Thin Lizzy - Jailbreak (1976) #thinlizzy #phillynott

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"Jailbreak" is a song by Thin Lizzy that first appeared as the title track of their 1976 album Jailbreak. It remains one of the band's most well-known songs, often heard on classic rock radio alongside their hit "The Boys Are Back in Town."

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*Jailbreak* is Thin Lizzy's sixth studio album, released on **26 March 1976** by **Vertigo Records**, and it stands as a pivotal moment in the band's career. It marked their commercial breakthrough, particularly in the United States, where it became their only album to achieve **Gold certification**. The album features two of the band's most iconic singles: **"Jailbreak"** and **"The Boys Are Back in Town."** The latter track became Thin Lizzy's biggest hit in the U.S. and earned the band the **1976 NME Award for Best Single**.

*Jailbreak* showcases the band's signature blend of hard rock with elements of blues and traditional Irish music, along with their distinctive use of **twin lead guitars**, a sound that had become their hallmark. This album not only solidified Thin Lizzy’s international reputation but also became a defining release in 1970s rock music. Tracks like "The Boys Are Back in Town" continue to be classic rock radio staples and are synonymous with the band's enduring legacy.