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Warren Ellis pays tribute to Glen Hansard with heartfelt story about cherished guitar
Warren Ellis, musician and member of Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, has shared a deeply personal anecdote about a Gibson tenor guitar gifted to him by his late friend and collaborator Glen Hansard. The instrument, sent years ago after Hansard discovered it in a guitar shop during his visit to the Woody Guthrie archives, arrived with a note reading: 'If there's a song in it you'll find it'. Ellis reflected on their enduring friendship, highlighting how Hansard's generosity and passion for music left a lasting impact. The tribute comes shortly after Hansard's tragic death from a motorcycle accident in Dublin at age 56. Ellis recounted memories of Hansard's loyalty, such as secretly paying to attend a Dirty Three performance in Boston despite being placed on the guestlist. He also shared their first meeting in County Cork in the mid-90s, where they bonded over their love for Bon Scott. Hansard's family has announced a public wake and funeral in Dublin, with music provided by his loved ones. Ellis recently performed with Nick Cave at a UK concert, marking the first time they played their 1995 collaboration 'Where The Wild Roses Grow' together since 2018. The article underscores the profound influence Hansard had on those around him, with Ellis noting that everyone he encountered was 'richer for the experience'.
