In this, our special Phil Lynott issue of Hot Press, we remember the Dublin born rock legend, who sadly died 25 years ago.

In the magazine, Phil's former bandmates Brian Downey and Brian Robertson, former manager Frank Murray, and famous fans - including Metallica's James Hetfield! - talk about their memories of the Thin Lizzy frontman.

But wait, there's more! Click here to read what happened when Hot Press met the band in 1978, and here and here, for two of our fascinating interviews with Philip in 1981 and 1984.

Also, check out HP's original reviews of Solo In Soho (1980), and The Philip Lynott Solo Album (1982).

Elsewhere in the issue, we meet Ozzies Cut Copy, SFA frontman Gruff Rhys, (who has just released his third solo album Hotel Shampoo), and Europe frontman Joey Tempest. Listen to Cut Copy's 'Need You Now', Rhys' 'Sensations In The Dark' and Tempest's 'Last Look At Eden' below...

And click here to watch Exit: Pursued By A Bear's video for 'Amédée', directed by Shaun O'Connor.

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