Guardian Music — I like Alela Diane's image of maternal creation in which you glimpse the Little Gods that mothers seem to be to their young childrenAny day now, my best friend is due to give birth. In these final weeks she has been setting her house in order, her bu... more info

Altsounds — Thin Lizzy is one of rock music's most recognizable names. The fiery Dublin band exploded onto the scene with a fresh sound, look and attitude. Lead by the incomparable Phil Lynott, the band reached many peaks and influenced generations of musicians... more info

The Music Fix — Tour and reissues in 2011 more info

Guardian Music — US army's choice of aural bombardment is all wrong, argues Stuart HeritageIf there's one thing the US military enjoys more than keeping our womenfolk in silk stockings during the second world war, it's bombarding its enemies with objectively terrible... more info

Powerpopulist — As some of these might be disappearing soon, we feel the need for speed. Hope you like. Thanks to the thoughtful hosts.The Church - Metropolis - Barely Awake in Frog PajamasDramarama - Work For Food - Barely Awake in Frog PajamasThe Soft Pack - C'mon... more info

411 Mania — The year was 1978 and Van Halen would unleash their classic debut upon the world. We look at the origins of the band plus classic albums from that year: AC/DC, Rainbow, Thin Lizzy live, Rush, and Judas Priest unleashes two classics in Hell Bent For ... more info

NME — Troops are blasting out loud music from a converted military vehicle more info

Guardian Music — American marines in Afghanistan unveil secret weapon against resistance – Metallica, Thin Lizzy and Offspring albumsThe sounds of Metallica and Thin Lizzy are now being used on the frontline in Afghanistan, according to a report by the AFP. Ma... more info

ContactMusic — Tragic BOYZONE star STEPHEN GATELY, BONO and late THIN LIZZY rocker PHIL LYNOTT have topped a new list of Ireland's greatest people.Bosses at broadcasting network RTE... more info

411 Mania — The year was 1977 and metal was introduced the heaviest band yet. We look at the beginnings of Motand#246;rhead, their first album, plus we have more classic albums from AC/DC, Judas Priest, Thin Lizzy, Rush, and the debut album from Quiet Riot! more info