Top Why Did Scott Gorham Leave Black Star Riders?

Black Star Riders announced Scott Gorham’s departure last September. Warwick said in a statement, “We are very sad to see Scott go, but we discussed a very heavy world touring commitment on the new record, and Scott decided he wanted to concentrate just on Thin Lizzy — and being the legend he is, none of us can blame him.”

Scott Gorham has been a mainstay of Thin Lizzy since 1974. He’s one of the band’s founding members, and he’s been a major force behind their sound. Gorham was a key contributor to Thin Lizzy’s success, and he’s considered a legend in the rock world. When Black Star Riders embarked on their new record, it would have required a significant touring commitment. Gorham felt that he could not fulfill both obligations. He was clear about his desire to focus his efforts on Thin Lizzy, and the band understood and respected his decision.