@spiderstacy @poguesofficial Here's a few words from me in appreciation of Mr. Philip Chevron.

I think it was Spider who once compared the atmosphere at a Pogues gig in Glasgow to being at a Glasgow Celtic football game. The difference being the crowd were cheering for the same team. I felt the same whenever I saw the band play. The Pogues command a following many football teams would envy both in number and passion. In the mid 1980's I heard Team Pogue and I was hooked. To me, first and foremost, Philip Chevron was a key player in that team. As years passed, I learned of his other work, heard anecdotes from people on how he influenced them, and of his humanity.

I was lucky to be at the Philip Chevron Testimonial a few short weeks ago. The depth of respect and love for Philip in the Olympia defies description. It also brought home to me that Philip played with many other teams than Team Pogue. He'll be sorely missed by teammates, friends, fans but most of all by his family. A legend has passed. A legacy endures.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

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