‘Fields of Athenry’ composer Pete St John dies aged 90
Tributes paid to singer-songwriter from the worlds of music, sport and politics
Tributes paid to singer-songwriter from the worlds of music, sport and politics
He doesn’t miss getting hit. We can all relate to that. It’s what happens next that’s trickier
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