God Bless America - Best Of Thirsty is a powerful new album from the London-based rock project Thirsty Quireboys, honoring the legacy of the late Guy Bailey. This striking release reunites The Quireboys' founding duo, Spike and Guy Bailey, offering a posthumous collaboration that reimagines Bailey's songs through new vocals and powerful duets, shaped under the ear of legendary producer Chris Kimsey.

Key Features & Highlights

• A powerful new album honoring the legacy of Guy Bailey, founder of The Quireboys.
• Features a rare and unexpected reunion: a posthumous collaboration between Guy Bailey and musical partner Spike (The Quireboys).
• Remixed and shaped by legendary Rolling Stones producer Chris Kimsey, bringing new clarity and emotional depth.
• Celebrates Bailey's distinctive sound, developed through his solo project 'Thirsty' with lyricist Irina D.
• Originally conceived as a tribute, the project expanded when Spike's first vocal take reignited the old chemistry with Guy's guitar work.

Specifications

• Artist: THIRSTY QUIREBOYS
• Album Title: GOD BLESS AMERICA - BEST OF THIRSTY
• Format: audioCD
• Number of Discs: 1
• Release Date: 2026-06-19
• Manufacturer/Label: CADIZ - REAL VISION RECORDS
• Dimensions: 125 x 140 x 6mm
• Weight: 100g
• Best Sellers Rank (Pop): #6,758 in Pop

The Story Behind the Music

Guy Bailey and Spike co-founded The Quireboys, achieving global tours and gold/platinum records. Guy Bailey's solo project 'Thirsty' began in 2014 collaborating with Russian poet Irina D. This album was conceived as a tribute, initially featuring Spike on only one track, '10, 7 and Possibly 6'. However, the immediate chemistry between Spike's voice and Guy's guitar led to the creation of this full, emotionally charged album.

God Bless America – Best Of Thirsty stands as both a celebration and a testament to the unmistakable creative spirit of Guy Bailey.