Known as “The Clobberer,” he pounded out driving rhythms that fueled the band’s boisterous blend of traditional Irish music, ...

Andrew Ranken, drummer and founding member of English Celtic punk band the Pogues, has died, the band announced on social ...

Ranken was a founding member of the Irish folk group and performed on all seven of their studio albums.

The drummer and founding member of The Pogues has died. Andrew Ranken was 72 years old. The Pogues announced his death on Feb ...

Londoner Andrew Ranken is the fourth member of The Pogues to pass away ...

Robert McMillen speaks to legendary Mancunian trad musician Michael McGoldrick, who will be playing at a special concert at ...

One of Ireland’s most successful bands of the late 1980s have revisited their back catalogue for a new album on Sony Music featuring some of their earliest recordings, fan favourites and rarities, all ...

Paste is the place to kick off each and every New Music Friday. We follow our regular roundups of the best new songs by highlighting the most compelling new records you need to hear. Find the best new ...

Andrew Ranken, founding drummer of The Pogues and the rhythmic force behind classics including Rum Sodomy & The Lash and Fairytale Of New York, has died aged 72.

Versatile in his musical talents, Ranken contributed drums, percussion, harmonica, and vocals to the band’s sound. He had ...

It’s a lovely day. A pity about the weather.” Kevin Sharkey tries always to bring his mother’s spirit and attitude to his ...