Thin Lizzy is back with a fresh take on some of their most iconic tracks, marking their first new release in over four decades. This unique acoustic album reimagines beloved songs, offering a stripped-back sound that exposes the core of their songwriting. Original vocals from Phil Lynott are paired with brand-new guitar parts from founding member Eric Bell, creating an entirely new listening experience for fans. Acoustic Sessions’is released January 24 via Decca.
Producer and mixer Richard Whittaker, working alongside Eric Bell, went to huge lengths to use the original tapes, vocals and instrumentation with the only new addition being Eric’s fresh acoustic guitar parts which were recorded with him in Belfast at the Oh Yeah! Centre Studios, a unique celebration of Irish artists and their craft.
Each track on the album is a freshly created version of songs featured on either the 50th-anniversary super deluxe editions of Vagabonds Of The Western World, considered Thin Lizzy’s breakthrough, alongside their self-titled debut and Shades Of A Blue Orphanage.
Following the recent unveiling of the new acoustic version of "Whiskey In The Jar", their first UK Top 10 hit, Thin Lizzy are releasing a brand-new version of "Slow Blues", originally featured on the band’s 1973 album Vagabonds Of The Western World. Drummer Brian Downey, the only member to have played in every iteration of the band alongside Lynott, co-wrote the original version of "Slow Blues". His powerful, orchestral drumming created a distinctive bridge in a song that fused gritty blues with subtle jazz influences.
The newly recorded "Slow Blues E.B" (Eric Bell Acoustic Version) showcases a seamless blend of past and present, featuring fresh electric and acoustic guitar parts recently laid down by founding member Eric Bell at the Oh Yeah! Centre studio in Belfast. These new recordings are layered with Phil Lynott’s original vocal takes and Brian Downey’s authentic drum tracks, creating a rich and timeless sound. This innovative approach reimagines Thin Lizzy’s classic material by combining period-correct elements with modern production, delivering a unique listening experience that fans have never heard before. It’s a groundbreaking way to breathe new life into the band’s legacy while staying true to their roots.
Watch the new lyric video for "Slow Blues E.B" (Eric Bell Acoustic Version) below.
This album marks the first time since Bell’s exit that he has recorded under the Thin Lizzy name. Fans can now experience what might have been their “MTV Unplugged” moment—a chance to hear the band’s timeless music in its most intimate form.
The album will be available in both CD and limited-edition marble vinyl formats, along with an ultra-limited vinyl edition featuring an exclusive bonus track. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-generation release from one of rock’s most beloved bands.
Order here. For dedicated fans, a D2C edition includes an exclusive bonus track, “Slow Blues G.M,” a tribute to Gary Moore.
Tracklisting:
"Mama Nature Said" (Acoustic Version)
"A Song For While I’m Away" (Acoustic Version)
"Eire" (Acoustic Version)
"Slow Blues" (Acoustic Version)
"Dublin" (Acoustic Version)
"Whiskey In The Jar" (Acoustic Version)
"Here I Go Again" (Acoustic Version)
"Shades Of A Blue Orphanage" (Acoustic Version)
"Remembering Pt. 2" (Acoustic Version)
"Slow Blues G.M" (Gary Moore) (Acoustic Version)
"Slow Blues E.B" (Eric Bell Acoustic Version) lyric video:
"Whiskey In The Jar" (Acoustic Version) lyric video:
Album trailer:
