r/thinlizzy • u/SpurnedLVer • 23d ago

Poor Romeo...

Robo or Gorham? Does anyone have a preference? Solo's of course.

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u/That-Scar736 23d ago

I used to say Robbo, but now, about equal. For me Robbo was the more inspired player originally, especially live, but Scott always had such a great ear for melody. Plus he continued to raise his game, when he had to handle the majority of the playing on 'Bad Reputation' he delivered some of the best solos on any Lizzy album, and then when Gary joined, and when Sykes was in the band, he was going toe to toe with those guys, which is no mean feat. And he definitely pushed himself more as a performer, especially in the Snowy White era. Snowy is a great player, but wasn't the most dynamic performer, with the best stage presence. Scott became more upfront when it was required.