Blackcatter - imagine that, indeed. Will wonders never cease? I'm not sure I understand your point, exactly; but I think maybe (?) I get your drift.

Two of the four original Clancy Brothers are dead, BC: Tom in 1990, Paddy in 1998, RIP. Liam, and Tommy Makem, are alive and singing. Unfortunately no longer as a duo, as they did for a glorious decade or so, doing work that some of us think far surpassed that of the beloved old quartet, artistically. Anyway, we're proud to be fans, and glad that others from both clans are carrying on.

As for "nice guys", I don't know any of 'em personally but have the impression that Dr. Makem is pretty nice. Damn funny, anyway. Now as for Liam, I dunno. Complicated fellow, I suspect. Read his book, you'll see. / But a Hell of a fine balladeer in his day. / & Why shouldn't they like their fans? Don't you like yours? I like mine. Both of 'em. :)