Liverpool mourns Graham “Milky” Mitchell’s unexpected death. He was a beloved musician in the Liverpool and Dublin music scene.
Graham lived in Liverpool for several years, though. He often visited the Cavern Pub and went to the Monday Club, hosted by Chester-born musician Ian Prowse. Ian and Graham became friends after meeting.
Ian praised Graham’s kindness and musical talent. He said he ran the club for fourteen years, and Graham came wanting to play music seven years ago. They became immediate friends, and everyone loved him. He had great songs and “light about him.”
According to Ian, Graham wasn’t trying to be cool. Ian stated no one was sweeter than Milky Mitchell, and he was accepted at the Monday Club. Graham moved back to Ireland, but they stayed connected.
Ian asked him to open shows in Dublin. Graham’s death shocked the Liverpool musician; he was young, vibrant, and funny. Barry Jones, who helps run the Monday Club, told Ian the news about Graham. People are shocked and sending love. Graham made a big impact and won’t be forgotten.
The origin of his nickname is unknown. Some thought “Milky” was for his fair hair. Ian said Graham played soulful love songs which people enjoyed at the Monday Club. Graham loved the club very much.
Even after work, he rushed there. Sometimes, he messaged Ian to get on the list. Ian thinks Graham worked as a nurse. He felt at home in Liverpool, which reminded him of Ireland.
Music and laughter surrounded him. Ian knew people in Dublin, and that helped, too; he never got homesick. Graham’s funeral occurred today in Ireland. Ian enjoyed talking with him; he was a classic Dubliner.
Graham wrote great songs, and Ian encouraged him. Ian is playing in Dublin next month, and they planned to meet up then. Now, he can’t believe he won’t see Graham again. He possessed a beautiful, pure voice, and it is strange to think he will not hear it again.
He will always be remembered at the club and made many friends there. Graham smiled, and the world smiled back.