I'm gutted. As I was the first time he left in 1990. He's right though - he's become a sort of heritage adjunct to the latest version of the band, and it must be frustrating for him. For me personally, I just can't see myself wanting t attend a Waterboys show without Steve being there. So I'm very saddened by the news.
Incidentally, today would have been my late partner Gill's birthday. She'd have felt much the same as I do.
Jules