The British guitarist started his career with The Tygers of Pan Tang in 1980, his bio explains. He spent two years with the band before auditioning for a spot with Thin Lizzy.

The British guitarist started his career with The Tygers of Pan Tang in 1980, his bio explains. He spent two years with the band before auditioning for a spot with Thin Lizzy.

Sykes started his career in 1980 when he joined the British band The Tygers of Pan Tang, according to his website. He later joined Thin Lizzy in 1982 as their lead guitarist.