The best Thin Lizzy albums

20 records, ordered by how much we can tell you about each one — not by chart position.

  1. 1
    Renegade

    Renegade Start here

    1981

    A gritty blend of blues rock and hard-edged melodies, infused with a sense of urgency and lyrical depth.

  2. 2
    Jailbreak

    Jailbreak

    1976

    A fusion of hard rock riffs and melodic harmonies that resonates with the spirit of rebellion and camaraderie.

  3. 3
    Thin Lizzy

    Thin Lizzy

    1971

    A blend of blues rock and hard rock, laced with poetic storytelling and vibrant guitar work that hints at the band's future sound.

  4. 4
    Nightlife

    Nightlife

    1974

    A smooth blend of blues rock and hard rock, driven by melodic guitar riffs and romantic, introspective lyrics.

  5. 5
    Vagabonds of the Western World

    Vagabonds of the Western World

    1973

    A rich tapestry of blues rock and hard-hitting riffs, infused with the spirit of Irish folklore and storytelling.

  6. 6
    Thunder and Lightning

    Thunder and Lightning

    1983

    Hard-hitting riffs and dynamic melodies converge, showcasing a blend of blues rock and traditional heavy metal energy.

  7. 7
    Fighting

    Fighting

    1975

    A gritty blend of hard rock and blues, infused with lyrical vulnerability and anthemic energy that defines Thin Lizzy's early sound.

  8. 8
    Shades of a Blue Orphanage

    Shades of a Blue Orphanage

    1972

    A fusion of blues rock and hard rock that intertwines intricate melodies with raw emotional expression.

  9. 9
    Black Rose: A Rock Legend

    Black Rose: A Rock Legend

    1979

    A vibrant fusion of hard rock and traditional Irish influences, bursting with melodic hooks and energetic instrumentation.

  10. 10
    Chinatown

    Chinatown

    1980

    A gritty exploration of urban life, blending hard rock riffs with bluesy undertones and introspective lyrics that reflect a tumultuous era.

  11. 11
    Bad Reputation

    Bad Reputation

    1977

    A blend of hard rock and blues with anthemic choruses and a touch of lyrical introspection.

  12. 12
    Johnny the Fox

    Johnny the Fox

    1976

    A vibrant blend of hard rock and blues, intertwining storytelling with dynamic guitar work and infectious melodies.

  13. 13
    New Day

    New Day

    1971

  14. 14
    Dedication

    Dedication

    1991

  15. 15
    Studio Sessions 1974

    Studio Sessions 1974

    1974

  16. 16
    A Song For While I’m Away

    A Song For While I’m Away

    2024

  17. 17
    Here I Go Again

    Here I Go Again

    2024

  18. 18
    The Acoustic Sessions

    The Acoustic Sessions

    2024

  19. 19
    Whiskey in the Jar

    Whiskey in the Jar

    2024

  20. 20
    1976

    1976

    2024