Metal Mayhem ROC: John Sykes: The Rise and Retreat of a Rock Guitar Icon

He co-wrote Whitesnake’s biggest hits. He reignited Thin Lizzy’s final

chapter. He formed Blue Murder. And then he slowly vanished. In this

exclusive conversation with filmmaker Damian Kolodiy, we reveal the highs,

lows, and lasting mystery of the guitar legend. We explore Sykes’ meteoric

rise in the 1980s, his stunning creative output, the betrayal that pushed

him out of the spotlight, and the final unreleased album that fans still

hope to hear.

Based on Kolodiy’s new two-part documentary John Sykes: His Words, His

Music, this episode offers a deep dive into the life and legacy of a rock

icon whose influence runs deep, yet whose story has remained largely

overlooked.

00:00: Introduction to Damian Kolodiy

00:47: Discovering the Legacy of John Sykes

03:04: Unraveling the Mystique of John Sykes

06:25: Building the Documentary

10:59: Researching John Sykes from the Ground Up

16:07: Early Career with Tygers Of Pan Tang

18:41: Reigniting Thin Lizzy with a New Edge

21:59: Phil Lynott Friendship and Creative Bond

24:53: Reviving Thin Lizzy to Honor Phil

27:32: Success and Controversy of the Whitesnake Era

32:42: The Rise and Fall of Blue Murder

34:26: Going Solo and Navigating the 90s

39:53: Final Years, Abandoned Projects, and the Lost Album

45:09: Documentary Premier and Viewing Details

Metal Mayhem ROC:

https://metalmayhemroc.com/

Damian Kolodiy / NYC Rocks TV:

https://www.youtube.com/@NYCRocksTV

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