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Brian Downey | |
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![]() Downey performing with Thin Lizzy at Aberdeen Music Hall, 6 January 2011 | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Brian Michael Downey |
Born | Dublin, Ireland | 27 January 1951
Genres | Hard rock, blues rock, heavy metal |
Occupation(s) | Drummer |
Years active | 1967–present |
Formerly of | Thin Lizzy, Funky Junction |
Brian Michael Downey (born 27 January 1951[1][2]) is an Irish drummer. He was a founding member of the rock band Thin Lizzy and the only other constant in the band aside from leader Phil Lynott until their disbandment in 1983.[3] Downey also co-wrote several Thin Lizzy songs. Allmusic critic Eduardo Rivadavia has argued that Downey is "certainly one of the most underrated [rock drummers] of his generation".[4]