“The Radiators kicked doors open…and we all walked through” “SAY A SONG: The words & music of Philip Chevron” was an enjoyable, emotional and very relevant celebration of the genius of Philip Chevron. The Sarah Lundberg Summer School 2023 at the Sean O’Casey Theatre featured an amazing line up of speakers, performers and video contributions …
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Jun 10
“ROCK ON PHILIP” – Sarah Lundberg Summer School 2023 to celebrate Philip Chevron
The Sarah Lundberg Summer School 2023 will be “ SAY A SONG: The words & music of Philip Chevron”, taking place at the Sean O’Casey Theatre on Saturday 24th June. This will be a celebration of the life, art and legacy of Philip Chevron, and will include contributions from family, bandmates, friends and collaborators. A …
Oct 08
East Wall versus Punk Rock 1978
Faithful departed- Phil Chevron This week, on the 8th October 2013 Dublin musician Phil Chevron passed away, aged just 56 years. Chevron, originally from Santry, is best known as the guitarist with The Pogues. He was also a gifted songwriter, penning the haunting tribute to the Irish emigrant experience ‘Thousands are sailing’ and ‘Faithful …