Vagabonds, Kings, Warriors, Angels
Thin Lizzy · 2001
307 min · 73 tracks · hard rock · blues rock · traditional heavy metal
A rich tapestry of blues rock intertwined with storytelling and classic Irish influences, echoing Thin Lizzy's legacy.
Why this album works
The album serves as a comprehensive retrospective that highlights Thin Lizzy's impact on rock music, particularly in blending hard rock with traditional Irish elements. Critics noted its ability to introduce new listeners to the band while also providing long-time fans with rare gems, solidifying Thin Lizzy's place among rock legends despite their absence from the mainstream scene.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks storytelling that invites reflection long sessions for deep exploration
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Vagabonds, Kings, Warriors, Angels' is a posthumous collection that showcases the depth of Thin Lizzy's catalog. At this time, the band was no longer active following the death of frontman Phil Lynott in 1986, making this album a celebration of their enduring influence and artistry. The compilation includes live tracks and previously unreleased material, reflecting their evolution over the years.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aerosmith· Gary Moore· Ian Gillan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Farmer 3:39
- 2 The Friendly Ranger at Clontarf Castle 3:02
- 3 Remembering, Part 1 6:01
- 4 Dublin 2:27
- 5 Remembering, Part 2 (New Day) 5:05
- 6 Things Ain’t Working Out Down at the Farm 4:30
- 7 Buffalo Gal 5:31
- 8 Sarah 2:59
- 9 Brought Down 4:21
- 10 Whiskey in the Jar Standout 5:44
- 11 Black Boys on the Corner 3:26
- 12 Randolph’s Tango 3:49
- 13 Broken Dreams 4:27
- 14 Vagabond of the Western World 4:45
- 15 Little Girl in Bloom 5:14
- 16 Slow Blues 5:13
- 17 The Rocker 5:12
- 18 Here I Go Again 3:51
Disc 2
- 1 Cruising in the Lizzymobile 4:09
- 2 Little Darling 2:58
- 3 Sitamoia 3:23
- 4 Philomena 3:43
- 5 Still in Love With You 5:40
- 6 Showdown 4:33
- 7 It’s Only Money 2:51
- 8 Rosalie 2:57
- 9 Half Caste 3:39
- 10 King’s Vengeance 4:11
- 11 Suicide 5:14
- 12 Wild One 4:18
- 13 Try a Little Harder 4:01
- 14 Fighting My Way Back 3:13
- 15 Jailbreak Standout 4:02
- 16 Romeo and the Lonely Girl 3:58
- 17 The Boys Are Back in Town Standout 4:27
- 18 Cowboy Song 5:16
- 19 Emerald 4:03
Disc 3
- 1 Johnny 4:25
- 2 Don’t Believe a Word 2:19
- 3 Fools Gold 3:52
- 4 Johnny the Fox Meets Jimmy the Weed 3:42
- 5 Massacre 3:02
- 6 Soldier of Fortune 5:18
- 7 Bad Reputation 3:10
- 8 Dancing in the Moonlight 3:28
- 9 Killer Without a Cause 3:35
- 10 Warrior 4:08
- 11 Are You Ready 2:42
- 12 Rosalie/Cowgirl’s Song 4:03
- 13 Me and the Boys 3:37
- 14 Parisienne Walkways 3:21
- 15 Do Anything You Want To 3:53
- 16 Waiting for an Alibi 3:29
- 17 Sarah 3:31
- 18 Got to Give It Up 4:25
- 19 Róisín Dubh (Black Rose): A Rock Legend 7:06
- 20 Just the Two of Us 2:45
Disc 4
- 1 Dear Miss Lonely Hearts 4:10
- 2 King’s Call 3:40
- 3 Chinatown 4:41
- 4 Sugar Blues 5:39
- 5 Killer on the Loose 3:54
- 6 Don’t Play Around 3:09
- 7 Song for Jimi 4:50
- 8 Renegade 6:10
- 9 Hollywood (Down on Your Luck) 4:11
- 10 Old Town 3:27
- 11 Thunder and Lightning 4:56
- 12 Cold Sweat 3:09
- 13 The Sun Goes Down 6:19
- 14 Sisters of Mercy 6:22
- 15 Nineteen 5:28
- 16 A Night in the Life of a Blues Singer 4:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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