The Cobblestone pub have led tributes to Dublin musician Mick O'Grady following his death.
The Berkeley Road resident died in the Mater Hospital on Tuesday, and is remembered as being a 'wonderful and welcoming' presence.
Mick was renowned for encouraging young musicans and singers for decades, no matter where they were from in the world.
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And the Smithfield trad music venue said that the clann had lost their chief after Mick's death.
They posted: "Our friend and guiding light throughout the music years in the Cobblestone, Mick O'Grady, passed away this morning.
"We are all better off for knowing this great individual and really sad that he has died. We are blessed with lovely memories of Mick, his music, his stories and his wit.
"He was an inspiration and an endless source of encouragement to so many of us.
"The clann has lost its chief.
"May he rest in peace."
Carlow trad band, Ye Vagabonds said that Mick had been a comforting presence when they first moved to Dublin.
They posted: "So sad to hear of Mick O’Grady’s passing today. When we first moved to Dublin we used to spend our Wednesday evenings with Mick and Jesse in The Cobblestone.
"He was always so welcoming, warm and funny, and full of charm and character. He’ll be sorely missed. RIP Mick."
Trad musicians from around the world were devastated to hear the sad news.
One person said: "A welcoming presence for anyone who ever graced the Cobblestone, especially people visiting for the first time, Mick would always be up for the craic. Hadn't seen him since Covid but like the rest of you I'll miss him. A part of us has gone with him."
Another wrote: "So sad to know that Mick is gone. Another seat that will remain empty. Another link in the musical chain missing, we're left with the happy memories. Rest in Peace Mick."
A third commented: "So sorry to hear this, we was an absolute gentleman so kind and welcoming and a wonderful musician."
The renowned musician's funeral will take place at 2pm on Sunday afternoon and the service will be streamed online for those that can't attend in person.
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