Limehouse Lizzy

Limehouse Lizzy play The Drill on Friday 20 November, bringing their tribute to Philip Lynott and Thin Lizzy to Lincoln. They've been at it for nearly three decades now, and they've built a name for themselves on the live classic rock circuit. Along the way, they picked up a PRS/Billboard award as Britain's Hardest Working Act and were featured in the BBC's Arena series.

Fronting the band is singer Wayne Ellis, who used to be in The Clan, led by original Thin Lizzy member Brian Robertson. That's a direct link to the band they're paying tribute to, and it's a good bit of context to have in mind before the night. Their 2023/24 season was their biggest yet, with 41 sold-out shows on the Anniversary Tour, alongside dates in the USA, the UAE, the Caribbean, the Netherlands and Scandinavia. This Lincoln date is part of that ongoing run.

The venue is The Drill on Free School Lane, a versatile arts and community space with a capacity of around 500. It opened as the Drill Hall in 1890 and spent its early years as a military training facility, before it was refurbished into the cultural hub it is now, hosting live music, theatre, comedy and community activities. It's kept its historical character while modernising the facilities, so it's a familiar spot for a lot of us in the city.

Doors open at 7pm and the night runs until 11pm, so you've got plenty of time to get in and settle before the music starts. Tickets are £26.40, which includes the booking fee.