Mike Waterson passed away in the small hours of Wednesday 22nd.
As well as his position as a member of the ground-breaking Watersons singing group from the '60s' onwards, he had a fine wit in songwriting. He is also credited with having given the song "The Lakes of Pontchertain" to Planxty.
Our sympathies go to his family and friends.
All the Watersons had such distinctive voices, you could immediately hear them in a large group of singers.
We Norma a speedy recovery and look forward to hearing her soon.
Farewell Mike Waterson
Farewell Mike Waterson
Mike Waterson passed away in the small hours of Wednesday 22nd.
As well as his position as a member of the ground-breaking Watersons singing group from the '60s' onwards, he had a fine wit in songwriting. He is also credited with having given the song "The Lakes of Pontchertain" to Planxty.
Our sympathies go to his family and friends.
# Posted on June 23rd 2011 by Guernsey Pete
Re: Farewell Mike Waterson
A "Folk" legend.
RIP.
# Posted on June 23rd 2011 by bodhran bliss
Re: Farewell Mike Waterson
Sad news.
Quite a character. I recall having an extended conversation with him concerning mutton pies.
# Posted on June 23rd 2011 by Weejie
Re: Farewell Mike Waterson
Awsome singer; and Lal was a good singer too.
# Posted on June 23rd 2011 by Atahualpa Quigley
Re: Farewell Mike Waterson
Haven't seen Mike in years. A real character, and brilliant guy.
RIP Mike
# Posted on June 23rd 2011 by -=cluiche=-
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A true inspiration. He will be missed.
# Posted on June 23rd 2011 by Sugarfoot Jack
Re: Farewell Mike Waterson
He wrote "A stitch in time" which Christy Moore sings.
# Posted on June 23rd 2011 by kuec
Re: Farewell Mike Waterson
One of the greats.
# Posted on June 23rd 2011 by Bob himself
Re: Farewell Mike Waterson
All the Watersons had such distinctive voices, you could immediately hear them in a large group of singers.
We Norma a speedy recovery and look forward to hearing her soon.
# Posted on June 24th 2011 by geoffwright