This Irish rock band was formed in Dublin in 1969 and rose to international fame in the 1970s with its brand of hard rock, blues rock, and rock and roll. They are best known for their hit songs “The Boys Are Back in Town,” “Jailbreak,” and “Whiskey in the Jar.” The band was fronted by the charismatic and influential lead singer and bassist, who was known for his distinctive voice and energetic stage presence. Despite lineup changes and personal struggles, the band remained active until the lead singer’s untimely death in 1986.
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