Andrew 'The Clobberer' Ranken, drummer and founding member of The Pogues, has died. The news was broken by his bandmates. Ranken was 72 years old.
“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Andrew Ranken, drummer, founding member and beating heart of the Pogues,” reads the caption, accompanied by a collage of images portraying him during live performances over the years.
«Andrew, thank you for everything, for your friendship, your spirit and your generosity, and of course for the music. You will forever be a friend and brother”, writes the band again. “Our thoughts and affection go out to his family at this sad and difficult time.”
