Tragedy Strikes The Pogues Again: Andrew Ranken Dead at 72

The music world is mourning tonight. Andrew Ranken, founding drummer and driving force behind The Pogues, has died at 72. Known as “The Clobberer,” Ranken helped shape the band’s iconic Celtic punk sound for decades. After years of health struggles, his passing marks another heartbreaking loss for the legendary group. Here’s what we know about his death, his legacy, and the emotional tributes pouring in.