"Defender" is the thirteenth album and tenth studio album by Irish musician Rory Gallagher, released on July 3, 1987. Coming after a five-year hiatus from the recording studio, it was his first album released on the Capo label. The album marked a return to Gallagher's blues rock roots, with a gritty and raw sound.
The song "Continental Op" was inspired by the nameless fictional detective created by Dashiell Hammett and was dedicated to Hammett. This track, along with the rest of the album, showcases Gallagher's distinctive guitar work and robust vocal style. The album was well-received by fans and critics alike, appreciating Gallagher's enduring talent and the album's strong, blues-driven compositions.
