Philip Chevron, June 17 1957 to October 8 2013

[John C]

And some of the pogues live very far away and may not have been able to make it back. 3 made it to the funeral, 2 others made it to the testimonial and I'm sure the other 2 would have been there if they could.

Actually 4 of them were there at the funeral. And, as has been said, 2 of the other 3 live very, very far away.

[Toonboy]

I really think its in bad taste for anyone to be sniping because only 3 of Philips colleagues attended his funeral.Philip was well loved and much respected not just by Pogues and Radiators fans,but by others from the theatre and the various projects he was involved in.I think it would be great if anyone had any stories about Phlip Chevron that they would like to share.I only knew Philip through his music,there must be loads of fans out who knew him,or maybe only met him once.So, no more sniping, bonnie lads and lasses,please.

[Johan Ingelberts]

Thank you for all the good times and the great music.
Great voice also.
We'll miss you.

Rest in peace

[jennylois]

Philip has touched so many lives. His talent, intelligence, wit, humour, kindness and compassion - to name a few of his qualities - will stay with us all forever. SO many of his past posts to peruse. Thank you Philip, beautiful man.

[JohnG]

I have not been here for a while. Just heard the terrible news. It's a very sad day

Likewise, I can only echo your sentiments.

[DzM]

I really think its in bad taste for anyone to be sniping

Agreed, and it is. It will also not be tolerated.

Any grumbling about who didn't attend, or wild speculation about why, will be removed. Persisting will get a polite invitation to stop. After that the invitations will become impolite.

Please have enough respect for Philip's friends, family and colleagues to not get into a crass and unwelcome game of speculation and innuendo. Thanks.

[Simon]

RIP Philip a true gentleman with a punk heart. We will miss you.

[mrdarcey]

I've been busy with shutdown related writing the past few days, and didn't hear about Phil's passing until Friday. So I apologize that this comes late.

I did just want to express my sadness and my appreciation for Phil, though. He was, indeed, always a gentleman to everyone. And an amazing talent. The world is a little bit colder now.

But mostly I wanted to pass my condolences to those who knew him well, loved ones and bandmates. And especially those here at Medusa, like DzM (and many others), who interacted with him on a near daily basis. He made this place special, and you guys are in my thoughts.

[LSMelo]

Yesterday I saw the full DVD's from Paris and Brixton. This one made me very sad. 3 of the people who participate at that show passed away already. Joe, Kirsty and Philip.

I didn't knew them personally but their music was and still is very importante to me.

I've been busy with shutdown related writing the past few days, and didn't hear about Phil's passing until Friday. So I apologize that this comes late.

I did just want to express my sadness and my appreciation for Phil, though. He was, indeed, always a gentleman to everyone. And an amazing talent. The world is a little bit colder now.

But mostly I wanted to pass my condolences to those who knew him well, loved ones and bandmates. And especially those here at Medusa, like DzM (and many others), who interacted with him on a near daily basis. He made this place special, and you guys are in my thoughts.

[Sportin' Life]

I really think its in bad taste for anyone to be sniping

Agreed, and it is. It will also not be tolerated.

Any grumbling about who didn't attend, or wild speculation about why, will be removed. Persisting will get a polite invitation to stop. After that the invitations will become impolite.

Please have enough respect for Philip's friends, family and colleagues to not get into a crass and unwelcome game of speculation and innuendo. Thanks.

This is exactly the type of circumstance where Philip is so missed on this board. He would have (at least in my imagination) diffused the situation with a witty remark that on one hand explained the situation, and on the other humanized the foibles of those involved.

[calhy]

I remember last seeing the Pogues last year, it cost me a permanently bruised knee.. I keep on limping now. I first saw them in Les Halles, Paris, round.. 1984??
Thats' really, very, very sad news... to LSMelo.. I was just thinking the same...My anonymous, sincere condolences to Phil's friends and family...

[LSMelo]

An article in Portugal.

http://blitz.sapo.pt/morreu-philip-chev ... ues=f89174

The link to youtbe has a beautifull version with Philip singing. Also there is a beautifull tribute from Thousand Sails in youtube.
I would like to have all versions from my fav Pogues's song. If anyone wants to share lets open a topic. I'll share the few I have.

[Tal]

"humanized the foibles of those involved."quote .And some.

[no ones rival]

"Let me go, boys, let me go, boys"

Sincere condolences to Mr. Chevron´s familiy and friends.

I wonder what Mr. Chevron would have posted.
I just ordered tickets for Brixton Academy, with a happy and sad feeling at the same time.
Peace&Love forever!

[woodnut]

Thousands Are Sailing. Thanks for the memories Phil. RIP.