album · December 1, 1998

Out in the Fields: The Very Best of Gary Moore

Gary Moore

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This 1998 compilation collects highlights from Moore's post-Thin Lizzy career, showcasing his considerable guitar prowess across blues-rock and hard rock. It bridges the gap between his earlier rock output and his later blues-focused material.

• "Out in the Fields" was released in 1998 by Virgin Records. The compilation spans Moore's solo work from 1982 to 1994. It features tracks from albums such as "Corridors of Power", "Victims of the Future", and "Still Got the Blues".
• Virgin Records promoted the compilation with a small radio campaign, though it did not chart in the UK. It aimed to capture Moore's broad appeal, from his rock roots to his blues successes.
• The compilation includes Moore's 1990s blues-rock material alongside his earlier hard rock anthems. It serves as a good introduction to his diverse solo career for new listeners.

Gary Moore was a guitarist from Northern Ireland known for his work in hard rock and blues genres, with a successful solo career. At the time of this 1998 compilation, he had recently released the studio album "Dark Days in Paradise".