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Richard Fortus to replace Viv Campbell in Thin Lizzy

THIN LIZZY TOUR DATES RUN FROM MAY 30 TO JULY 24

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GN'R guitarist Richard Fortus played a few tracks with Thin Lizzy in Chicago last week ? and he?ll join the band next month when Vivian Campbell returns to Def Leppard.

Campbell revealed the news after his final US appearance with Phil Lynott?s reactivated band, currently starring original-era members Scott Gorham, Brian Downey and Darren Wharton alongside Campbell, ex-Whitesnake bassist Marco Mendoza and ex-Almighty frontman Ricky Warwick.

Fortus will take over after Lizzy play at Slaine Castle, Ireland, on May 28. Campbell reports: ?Well, that was it: my last US show with Lizzy ? and it was a great one to end on. New guitarist Richard Fortus came and played a couple of songs.

?I have one final gig with them in Ireland, and the very next day we start Def Lep rehearsals.?

Cool... Richard will be at Download. Hope he pisses in Andy Copping's beer...

A member of GNR helping out ThinLizzy that is sweet! Have fun Richard!

This is cool news, it'll be a nice experience for Richard.  :)

very cool - great fit

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsFjgRft_HU


richard's in this

no need to thank :)

Vivian Campbell

Well, that was it; my last U.S. show with Lizzy, and Chicago was a great one to end on! I have one, final gig with them at Slane Castle festival in Ireland on May 28th. The very next day we start Def Lep rehearsals. New guitarist, Richard Fortus came and played a couple of songs with us tonight.

Friday at 11:24pm

http://www.facebook.com/officialviviancampbell/posts/210617458963973

THIN LIZZY Recruits GUNS N' ROSES Guitarist For Upcoming Tour - Apr. 3, 2011

Legendary rockers THIN LIZZY have recruited GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Richard Fortus as the temporary replacement for Vivian Campbell, who will return to DEF LEPPARD next month.

Fortus joined THIN LIZZY on stage at the final gig of THIN LIZZY's U.S. tour on April 1 at Vic Theatre in Chicago (see video below) and will take over for Campbell after LIZZY's May 28 concert at Slaine Castle, Ireland. Campbell writes on his Facebook page, "Well, that was it: my last U.S. show with LIZZY ? and it was a great one to end on. New guitarist Richard Fortus came and played a couple of songs. I have one final gig with them in Ireland, and the very next day we start DEF LEP rehearsals."

THIN LIZZY's latest reincarnation includes original-era members Scott Gorham, Brian Downey and Darren Wharton. Also on board are Campbell, former WHITESNAKE bassist Marco Mendoza and ex-THE ALMIGHTY frontman Ricky Warwick.

In a recent interview with Gibson.com, Campbell stated about his involvement with THIN LIZZY, "It's been a tremendous pleasure to tour with THIN LIZZY. Playing with a band that meant so much to me in my formative years has really rekindled my passion for the instrument again. I haven't been this excited about guitar playing since I was in my teens!"

When asked if he would like to be a part of future THIN LIZZY tours, should he be available, Vivian said, "Absolutely! However, I continue to be fully committed to DEF LEPPARD, and we're going to be on the road from June of this year, so LIZZY [will be using] a replacement for me for their continuing summer dates. They have very kindly offered me the opportunity to come back when my schedule with DEF LEPPARD opens up, and you can bet that I'll be there in a heartbeat!"

http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=156289

Fantastic !! ThankS

 :smoking:

 Real cool for Richard. Thin Lizzy is such an awesome band!

that also means no Axl show -at least- before JULY 24, right?

i know that`s what i thought but it`s cool for Richard to play with Thin Lizzy one of Axl`s favourite bands  : ok:

i don't think axl is a fan of this lineup. Axl and the rest of the world are a fan of Phill Lynott. This is just John Syke's take on Thin Lizzy. has nothing to do with what people love thin lizzy for. Replace the singer and songwriter and there goes the band. either way they have a pretty cool catalogue  to cover.

Richard was also cool enough to play with X Japan, in 2008 I believe.  :drool:

X Japan are probably my 2nd favourite band, next to GN'R. And I thank Robin and Richard for playing Endless Rain in Asia. So Richard doing this sort of stuff is nothing new, he just loves to keep busy, and what better way.  :)

sweet, i will be watching lizzy anyway, this is just a bonus.

Sykes is not in the band anymore dude.  Another new line up.
Its cool what they do though.  They always put on a cool show.  Everyone knows its not the same without Phil

As far as I can tell, Thin Lizzy is the only band that has not had one member appear consistently in every line-up. Pretty damn crazy.

Brian Downey, one of rock's most underrated drummers, played on all of their studio albums.
Gorham played on the majority of em.

I wanted to catch them when they played in CT last month, but couldn't pass up Jeff Beck who was playing the same night.

Yeah there isn't any one member that has been in every line up.  Although, Scott Gorham has pretty much always been involved since he first joined in the 70's.

They haven't actually released any new music under the name since Phil passed away.  Its basically a tribute band and all the members just enjoy putting on a good show.  (as well as the pay im sure). 

I saw them once or twice and they still do put on a rocking show.  I preffered when John Sykes was fronting the band though.  Now they have some little emo kid lol.

They put on a free show at Mohegan Sun Casino. Of course if I had went, it would have turned out to be anything but free, being in a Casino...
Wish they had played Boston. I know it can't really be Thin Lizzy w/o Phil, but I would love to hear some Lizzy songs live.

If I could see any band live, it would be a tough call between original GNR, '73 Stones and Gorham/Robo era Thin Lizzy

Andy Copping is easily tarred.

I will not disagree with your sentiment.

Nice one Slim : ok:

Press release at http://thinlizzy.richardfortus.com/





/jarmo

By summer tour :( I was hoping we would see GN'R soon in the States.  Well, whatever.

you can't always get what you want.

Is he just a temp? Surely he's not leaving GNR for these guys?

Yeah, that's certainly what I'd assume.  While GNR is in a down time, he's filling the void by joining Thin Lizzy.  Once GNR reconvenes, Richard will be there front and center.

I hope that is the case, Richard is a top bloke and sits well in GNR, hate to see him go.

The only sad part is we know that GNR isn't writing any material this summer with everyone doing there own thing..

That would seem to be the case.  From what we've heard though, we've been led to believe that the next album would be made up of songs that were already written for the CD sessions.  So while I'd love to hear what this lineup could come up with, that doesn't mean we won't necessarily hear new music.

Richard Fortus Talks About His Reunion Blues Gig Bag

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmP38a2OqQE

Big shout out to richard tomorrow .....monumental gig with it being 30 years since lizzy appeared at slane.


My god i hope scott & brian looks after you!! Have a blast

I thought Viv Campbell was still doing the Slane gig?

Oh well, I'm seeing Fortus on Thursday when they come to my town, this will be my 2nd time seeing Lizzy in the space of 6 months. And the first time seeing Fortus since GNR gig.

well hes in the group photo for the show?

I just listened to the Planet Rock interview with Scott. It's gonna be a Vivan gig, but Richard is coming on for a few songs as well, playing Ricky's guitar like in the Chicago show.

Leaving for Lizzy w/ Fortus in a min, I'll try to get a coupla pics for 'you downloading motherfuckers.'

Absolutely awesome night in a local venue.

(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg67/Gez2007/aaa82ce4.jpg)

(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg67/Gez2007/5ab8fc7f.jpg)

Looks like I'll be at Download on the Friday, so I'll definitely be watching these guys (as long as they don't clash with Korn... so far I've had to miss them at every Download they've played, and I'm not gonna do it again).

You should be fine for both man.

Went to see Richard with Lizzy on Thurs in Swindon - he fits in perfectly, really cool to see him up there. He looked like he was having a blast.

Will upload some photos shortly if I can figure out how to work my phone...

GREG

Dude, I saw you there. You had the Canadian Chinese Democracy tour shirt!

some cracking photo's from last night of  fortus

www.hotpress.ie

I had no interest in a Phil Lynott-less Thin Lizzy until Richard joined. Turns out Richard joining was a good thing, because they were actually extremely impressive at Download yesterday. The guy they've got singing now does a pretty good job at those classic songs, and everyone in the band was on top form. I'd recommend seeing them if they're coming to a festival near you.
Shortly before their performance, I was lucky enough to meet Richard very briefly, and he was cool. Scott Gorham was a few yards behind us, but never got to speak to him.

You did indeed! I had to duck out after half the set for a train back to London which I was gutted about but they sounded great. Saw Jailbreak though which was good fun. You seeing them again this tour? I think they are playing Finsbury Park which is awesome as i used to live over the road from there.

Saying that, might save my money for Buenos Aires....

GREG

What a shame! I live in Swindon, so this was as good as it gets for me! I know the guy who was promoting the show and I was trying to get my band on for the local support slot, but it wasn't to be.

Richard just tweeted Thin Lizzy tour dates for the US starting 12 October. It doesn't mention anything about whether he'll be part of it (it says he's part of their line up now). The South American dates are the week before, so I suppose he will be.

http://www.facebook.com/notes/thin-lizzy-official/thin-lizzy-set-to-rock-north-america-this-fall/160679297330564 (http://www.facebook.com/notes/thin-lizzy-official/thin-lizzy-set-to-rock-north-america-this-fall/160679297330564)

I'd have to assume, since he tweeted it himself, that he will be a part of the tour.

Unless of course, GNR gets more dates planned for the fall.  But it looks like Richard is planning ahead as if he's got a clean slate to work with.

He will likely do gigs he can do and someone else will fill in when he is with Guns.  I very much doubt it would be the other way around

Irish band comes to the States twice in same year and no Boston date?
I'd like to catch these sons of bitches if they do. I would have caught them in CT last time, but they played same night as Imelda May Band and Jeff Beck.
Tough competition.
It's no Thin Lizzy, but would still love to see Gorham and Downey live.

and may i ask why its not lizzy

It's simple, really... no Phil Lynott = no Thin Lizzy.

I don't disagree with that.  But at the same time, I don't think he'd tweet about a tour he's supposed to be a part of if his MAIN band was scheduled to be playing dates at the same time.

IF Guns gets some dates planned at the same time, then I'm sure he'd be onboard, but I would assume he's not expecting that to happen at this point.  He would know better than us.  Unless he's just giving Thin Lizzy free advertising.  If he knew GNR were going to be balls to the wall active this fall, I doubt he'd be promoting Thin Lizzy.  That's all I'm saying.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yMHxYYKnN8

Download Festival interview with Richard Fortus.

Very Good, Thanks

Thin Lizzy - Boys Are Back In Town (live in Enschede)

On this part of the 2011 tour the band consisted of:
* Scott Gorham (guitar)
* Brian Downey (drums)
* Darren Wharton (keyboards)
* Ricky Warwick (lead vocals)
* Marco Mendoza (bass)
* Richard Fortus (guitar)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h84zxBe-avI

Thin Lizzy - Whisky In The Jar (live in Enschede)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DwD5ROQFF4

All of this to honor Phil and keep the songs live on, I think that's pretty cool ;-)
I'm happy for Richard, looks like he is having a great time !

Cheers

Richard looks boss in Thin Lizzy's official promo shot!

(http://www.licklibrary.com/Images/Resources/Thin%20Lizzy%20April%202011%20Promo%20Pic.jpg)

All the guys in GNR must be really proud of Richard. I mean come on, he is playing with Thin Lizzy!! How freakin cool is that?

THIN LIZZY: Quality Helsinki Footage Available - July 13, 2011

Fan-filmed video footage of THIN LIZZY's July 9, 2011 performance at Nosturi in Helsinki, Finland can be seen below.

http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=160669

Rumored dates - October 11 - Paraguay / October 13 - Bolivia...

And then we have the confirmed Thin Lizzy dates...

Confirmed Thin Lizzy/Judas Priest Tour Dates:
 
12 October AT&T Center, San Antonio, TX.
14 October Concrete Street Amphitheater, Corpus Christi, TX.
15 October The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Houston, TX.   
16 October Allen Event Center, Dallas, TX.   
18 October Ava Amphitheater, Tucson, AZ.   
(...)
9 November Prairie Capital Convention Center, Springfield, IL
10 November The Family Arena, St. Charles MO
12 November The Venue at Horseshoe Casino, Chicago, IL.   
13 November Joe Louis Arena, Detroit, MI.     
22 November Air Canada Centre, Toronto ONT

If those rumored dates are really happening we have a problem.

Richard Only Summer Tour Whit THIN LIZZY

 : ok:

And how do you know that? He has the Oct/Nov dates listed on his own website (http://www.4tus.com (http://www.4tus.com)).

My guess is TL will have a replacement for Richard for the dates clashing with Guns.

Promotion For TL.

Ok.. but how do you know that?

Surely management would have outlined GN?R as being priority when agreeing the conditions in which certain players would become involved? ???

Richard is a major aspect of GN?R?s live prowess however if necessary the likes of Izzy or Paul Huge could be brought in as a temporary measure.

god I hope not

It?s not a very necessary line of debate given there?s no certainty to the notion Richard won?t participate in GN?R?s upcoming touring plans however in my opinion Paul is more than competent enough to temporarily operate the rhythm guitar. 8)

Please drop it, unless you actually know something.

And to know something you'd have to be Richard Fortus himself or somebody else who's knowledgeable about the subject.


The problem with posting all this speculation and guessing is that sometimes it can appear as a fact. If you don't know any better.

When in reality, it's nothing more than somebody's personal guess/opinion.

That's how many of the "I heard/read..." stories start. Somebody repeats their guess in a way that it can be confused for a fact.




/jarmo

I Remepmber In Moment, Fortus Only Dates In SUMMER TOUR Whit Lizzy.

if just for this summer, why he puts on concert posters promoting  ???

Why not? It shows his support and dedication towards the band...

When his contribution was announced the press release clearly stated he would fill in for the summer tour.

Cheers

Promotion & Help To TL

Could be as simple as they just used pics of the current band members, without taking into account that people might not be available for the concerts in question...




/jarmo

I just noticed Def Leppard have gigs scheduled in early October.  Isn't the guy Richard is filling in for touring with them, or am I wrong?

No, I noticed that, too.  They have dates through early November. 

There are any one of a number of scenarios that could be at play here.  Richard may be out of GN'R, he may not be touring with Lizzy, he may be doing the Lizzy dates that don't conflict with GN'R's schedule, or he may be doing the GN'R dates that don't conflict with Lizzy dates.

We don't know.  Actually, I sent Richard an e-mail last month asking him essentially if I should bother showing up for Lizzy set before Judas Priest to see him and he said he didn't know if he was going to be able to do both tours.  He didn't state a preference for either one, but he seemed like he would like to do both if he could.  At least, that's my interpretation.  What will take precedence remains to be seen.

Ali

I have an e-mail from planet rock in the UK outlining thin Liszt dates in the UK from mid Jan tonearly feb. It mentions Richard as being part of the band.

Guns N' Roses In Chile 2011
Spot T.V. Promotional

Whit > ROBIN & BRYAN

http://vimeo.com/25193606

You Know What In GN'R Is DJ ASHBA & FRANK FERRER ??

 : ok:

Yes, Richard Replaced To Campbell In TL

 : ok:

If he was unsure about the next Lizzy tour, it would be logical for TL to have a backup plan. They are aware of the conflicting dates I'm sure.

He was never stated to be a member of the band.  He was always just filling in for Vivian Campbell. 

Anyway, I don't see any importance in the Jan-Feb dates.  Those are not conflicts for any known GN'R dates.

Ali

I bet Planet Rock, or the person making the promotional material for the Thin Lizzy tour dates, don't have any idea of GN'R's future plans.


I've seen a lot of people look at the Thin Lizzy tour dates, then checking their GN'R calendar and making all kinds of assumptions based on it.

Some assume the worst (or wish for the worst in some cases).

But the reality is that nobody has asked Richard or know anything for sure. It's all assumptions.


Personally, since I don't know, I'm not gonna worry.

A lot of things has happened within the past month or so. Exciting things for fans in South America.

I wouldn't be surprised if Planet Rock or whoever else has no idea about these things...




/jarmo

Richard will be there, easy guys

Fernando

Can you please give a source for this and the other things you post?

Ali

He posted that on somebody's Facebook.  :)



/jarmo

Thank you for clearing that up Jarmo! Great to hear!


Ali

That's great to hear! Can't wait for October!  : ok:

It's True... Thanks J.

 : ok:

PD. Stop Whit Richard Quit Of GN'R, Please.

Someone ask him. :)

Thin Lizzy Announce HMV Instore Performance And Signing Session

Fans of the legendary Thin Lizzy get the chance to meet the band, in person when they visit HMV?s flagship Oxford Street store in London?s West End on Monday 25th July 2011 to launch their new UK tour and the reissue of Thin Lizzy albums.
 
The band will perform a short set from 6.00 pm, after which they will remain in the store to meet fans, sign copies of the reissued Thin Lizzy albums and enable fans to purchase tickets for the new UK tour from hmvtickets.

http://www.entertainment-focus.com/news/thin-lizzy-announce-hmv-instore-performance-and-signing-session

Waiting for an Alibi

Thin Lizzy new boy Richard Fortus is hoping that his Guns N?Roses duties are over in time for him to join up with Lizzy for their January tour


Richard Fortus admits he is desperate to retain his place in Thin Lizzy when the band embark on their UK tour in the new year and he expects to have wrapped up a handful of Guns N? Roses dates in South American in plenty time to do both.

The GNR guitarist was drafted into the new Lizzy line-up last year when Vivien Campbell went back to Def Leppard and Fortus says he is having a blast playing with the band.

Chatting to Rock Radio DJ Tom Russell backstage at High Voltage Fortus joked he will be back if invited, with the band when they kick start their tour in the Glasgow Barrowlands in January after being wowed by stories of the famous Scottish venue by Lizzy singer Ricky Warwick.

?I certainly hope so,? said Fortus. ?We (GNR) are doing some shows in October but hopefully I?ll be free and clear by January.?

Warwick also admitted his delight at the current version of Lizzy being embraced by fans of the classic band. He said:

?It?s maybe not for me to say why that is but maybe the spirit is just right with this line-up and I think we approach it with the right heart and soul. Maybe growing up in Ireland helps me a bit as well ? I don?t know.

?We certainly put on one hell of a show and I think the Lizzy fans know it won?t ever be as good as it was with Phil (Lynott) but this is as good as it?s going to get. If they think that the job is done.?


http://www.rockaaa.com/news/waiting-for-an-alibi-7268

If that isn't unequivocal proof that GN'R comes first for Richard and he isn't leaving the band, then I don't know what is.

Thanks for posting that.

Ali

Amazing Richard... 2 Legends... TL & GN'R... This Guy Is HAPPY !!!

 :beer:

UGH i hope this doesn't become a conflict, but damn I was hoping GNR would be in full swing in January

Richard only mentioned October.

Looks like he doesn't know for sure beyond that.






/jarmo

Yes, but it's only natural now for GN'R fans to be concerned about the fact that there is a slight chance that these 2 schedules may collide. There is nothing wrong in fans thinking like this, and they shouldn't be made to feel like they are doing something wrong in doing so, because let's face it... we are all secretly thinking about it.

The same thing happened with Robin, he started to tour with another band. And by the time GN'R was ready to go, he was too heavily involved in his current tour to back out, meaning GN'R needed a replacement.

I hope for GN'R's sake, that Richard manages to stay in the current line-up.  :D

(in before, someone has a go at me for thinking "negatively" like this....... even when it's human nature in doing so with being a fan and all.)  :hihi:

Richard has been playing with GNR for 9 years. He play's with a ton of energy. There's no question why other bands would want him to join.

I don't know what your point is, but I don't see anyone being "made to feel like they are doing something wrong".  Fact is that only the October GN'R dates are confirmed, nothing is definite beyond that.

I don't know how carefully you read the article, but he says he hopes he is free and clear of GN'R duties so he can play with Lizzy in January.  This indicates, rather clearly in my estimation, that he can and will only play with Lizzy if GN'R is not busy.  So, why are you concerned about a potential conflict?

It's not that you are thinking "negatively" in my estimation, but you come off as a bit hypersensitive with the pre-emptive defensive remarks and the perception that someone is being made to feel bad for wondering about potential conflicts between Lizzy and GN'R.  I don't see the necessity for either one of those at this point  :peace:

Ali

I would imagine that if GNR did a US tour that started in late October or early November it would be over by January, so where is the conflict?

Exactly.  If the rumors about a November, December US tour are correct, there will be no conflict unless GN'R has further touring activities or studio plans for January.

Ali

Yes.

No Conflict People... Stop Haters, Please !!!

 :smoking:

I don't see where there's an issue here.  He seems to be saying he'd like to tour with Thin Lizzy but only if he's not touring with GN'R.

THIN LIZZY: Pro-Shot Footage Of Entire HELLFEST Performance - July 25, 2011

Professionally filmed video footage of THIN LIZZY's entire performance at this year's Hellfest, which was held June 17-19, 2011 in Clisson, France, can be viewed below (courtesy of Arte [Association Relative ? la T?l?vision Europ?enne], a Franco-German TV network).

http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=161106

watched a few minutes of the show and Richard seems to be having a lot of fun. its great to see him being highly featured as a lead guitarist.

THNKS FM

The Point This Topic:

RICHARD IS GN'R

 : ok:

@richardfortus richardfortus   
Yes, i will make all scheduled Gn'R shows. Trying to figure out my schedule with Thin Lizzy. Priority remains Guns n' Roses

Thanks for posting.

As expected.... :)


I guess all the ones who were certain Richard had left because of Thin Lizzy must find something else to "worry" about.




/jarmo

give them 5 minutes... :hihi:

Dedicated To:

''' THE HATERS N' TROLLS '''

Glad he cleared that up, some people can't resist speculating and spreading rumors !

Btw going to see the TL show on Sunday in Belgium, last show of this tour & looking forward to see it...

Cheers

That is a SAD reality unfortunatly

Great to hear it from the man himself! I wish GNR would tour for a year, but at the same time I know Richard loves the TL gig

And Tommy SA

Richard must have been having the greatest time of his life... who's the musician that gets the luck to play with two of the biggest bands ever!
I would be really happy!

Thin Lizzy are certainly a band that i love as well!

That was a kick ass show last night, goosebumps all the way !!!

Video of the full interview with Richard has now been added.

Thin Lizzy new boy Richard Fortus is hoping that his Guns N?Roses duties are over in time for him to join up with Lizzy for their January tour **UPDATE ? VIDEO INTERVIEW**

August 8, 2011

Richard Fortus admits he is desperate to retain his place in Thin Lizzy when the band embark on their UK tour in the new year and he expects to have wrapped up a handful of Guns N? Roses dates in South American in plenty time to do both.

The GNR guitarist was drafted into the new Lizzy line-up last year when Vivien Campbell went back to Def Leppard and Fortus says he is having a blast playing with the band.

Chatting to Rock Radio DJ Tom Russell backstage at High Voltage Fortus joked he will be back if invited, with the band when they kick start their tour in the Glasgow Barrowlands in January after being wowed by stories of the famous Scottish venue by Lizzy singer Ricky Warwick.

?I certainly hope so,? said Fortus. ?We (GNR) are doing some shows in October but hopefully I?ll be free and clear by January.?

Warwick also admitted his delight at the current version of Lizzy being embraced by fans of the classic band. He said:

?It?s maybe not for me to say why that is but maybe the spirit is just right with this line-up and I think we approach it with the right heart and soul. Maybe growing up in Ireland helps me a bit as well ? I don?t know.

?We certainly put on one hell of a show and I think the Lizzy fans know it won?t ever be as good as it was with Phil (Lynott) but this is as good as it?s going to get. If they think that the job is done.?

Video: http://www.rockaaa.com/news/waiting-for-an-alibi-7268

I know Rich says that his first priority is guns, but his being "desperate" to remain a touring member of Lizzy kind of makes you wonder.

Personally, I wouldn't blame him if he did leave guns. There are far too many silent years to expect any respectable musician to stay indefinitely.


 

You do realize that after this interview was conducted he said his priority remains Guns N' Roses and that the "desperate" comment was one attributed to him by the writer of this story and not actually a direct quote from Richard, right?

Ali

Yeah, if you listen to the interview that is not what he says.  Here is how it goes...

Regarding the upcoming U.K. Thin Lizzy tour...

Richard are you going to be around for that?

Richard Fortus: I certainly hope so. Hopefully I'll be invited.

What about the Guns N' Roses thing, are there nothing on the cards with that at the moment?

Richard Fortus: We're doing some shows in S. America coming up in October.  But hopefully I'll be free and clear and we'll be back in January [with Thin Lizzy].

After that interview was done, he said: Yes, i will make all scheduled Gn'R shows. Trying to figure out my schedule with Thin Lizzy. Priority remains Guns n' Roses





/jarmo

Latest tweet from Rich, glad I was there ;-)

richardfortus
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xm58uEf--N8 http://fb.me/VJEheeF7
10 hours ago

awesome version of Black Rose

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DeDn28T0aw

Never thought too much about it.

Regardless, it kind of makes me wonder why he'd say that he hopes to be free and clear by January.

Since he says that Guns is his first priority, you'd think that Fortus would hope that the tour would last longer than 2-3 months.

No offense, but this goes to show that some people here will always look for some how, some way to twist things around so it comes out looking negative.

His priority is GN'R. End of story.

Ali

It's just strange that he would say that Guns is his first priority, but in the same breath say that he "hopes to be free and clear by January".

I don't think that most would have to look much to take notice of this.

Why not just say "if I'm free and clear come January, I'll be back with Lizzy?"

Tommy Dates
Dizzy Dates
Etc

You Not Have Info From GN'R

Bye

First of all, he's being interviewed together with another member of Thin Lizzy. Of course he says "he hopes to come back together with them", that's being polite.

Second, don't you think Richard enjoys touring with Lizzy? I don't think he would've been doing that unless he has a really good time with those guys. He's already in GN'R, I seriously doubt he's out there with Lizzy just to earn a buck. When he's clearly having a blast touring with Lizzy, I see no problem with him saying he hopes to do more of it.

Him saying this doesn't mean he enjoys his stay in GN'R any less, it's just him hoping there's time to do both things. If one happens to collide with the other, GN'R is his priority.


I'm having a hard time seeing any problems here.

You see it because you want to see it...  ::)

It was NOT in the same breath.  He was being interviewed with members of Thin Lizzy and said he hopes to be able to tour with them in January.  Later, realizing there was some confusion about his status with both bands, he said that he will make all future GN'R shows and that his priority is Guns N' Roses.  That was in a separate update he made himself on his own Facebook page.

Ali

Dude, I don't even like Guns N' Roses, but you suck.

Super cereal.

A life.

Get one.

AjajAJja, Funny Moment

 :peace:

Thin Lizzy have recruited guitarist Damon Johnson (Alice Cooper, Brother Cane) to replace Richard Fortus on their forthcoming US tour with Judas Priest. Fortus will be on the road with Guns n Roses for the remainder of the year.

Upon his appointment with Thin Lizzy, Damon says, "The music of Thin Lizzy is the absolute biggest influence on my entire career; as a guitarist, songwriter, singer and performer I've been performing Lizzy songs since I started playing in bars in Alabama in 1987. To be even a small footnote on the list of great guitarists that have been in the band over the years is one of the highest accolades of my life. I am honored and beyond excited!!"

For more information on all Thin Lizzy dates please visit www.thinlizzyband.com

(http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/318316_261931967158444_169214426430199_1009538_6791227_n.jpg)

You  HAPPY Now ???

 :hihi:

Pics from Thin Lizzy performing @ the Lokerse Feesten in Belgium July 30th

http://www.melodicpixels.eu/content/lokerse-feesten-2011-datsuns-thin-lizzy (http://www.melodicpixels.eu/content/lokerse-feesten-2011-datsuns-thin-lizzy)

Thanx to Christophe Ochal