Rory’s brother and former manager ... Bonamassa's father introduced him to Gallagher's music through the guitarist's Live in Europe album. Joe recalled the impression the Irish rocker made ...
I am grateful that these treasured instruments can now tour the globe as Rory did, spreading his music and memory." Bonhams Gallagher bought the 1961 Fender Stratocaster for £100 in 1963 ...
Gallagher was born in Ballyshannon ... "But he really would be honoured and proud too at the same time. "Rory made classic music and he didn't follow whatever was fashionable.
Rory Gallagher was the original Irish guitar hero ... he sold 30 million records and became a charismatic icon of Irish music, inspiring musicians such as Brian May, The Edge, Slash and Johnny ...
Rory Gallagher was the original Irish guitar hero ... he sold 30 million records and became a charismatic icon of Irish music, but away from the stage, Rory was an intensely private man.