RIP Darryl Hunt - Pogues Bass Player

Age 72. In their prime they introduced the energy of punk into Irish folk and captivated a young audience. At his best Shane MacGowan was a fabulous writer and his band enabled his spirited performances. Darryl Hunt has some writing credits, including ‘Love you till the end.’ He was a permanent member of the band 1986–1996, 2001–2014.

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/aug/09/the-pogues-bassist-darryl-hunt-dies-aged-72
https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/music/2022/08/09/pogues-musician-darryl-hunt-dies-aged-72/
https://www.hotpress.com/music/the-pogues-darryl-hunt-has-died-aged-72-22924009

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Extraordinary to contemplate the possibility MacGowan might outlive them all.

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His wife Victoria seems to look after Shane well. He must have a strong constitution.

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