DJ Hugh Scully dies as 'legend' that helped shape Dublin's music scene is remembered
The Dublin music scene is mourning the loss of a true icon, Hugh Scully, whose impact as a DJ and promoter made him a "legend" in the city's vibrant nightlife.
The capital has been paying its respects to the much-loved Dubliner, who carved out a diverse career spinning tracks as a DJ, hosting radio shows, and promoting events. Scully was a trailblazer for dance music on non-pirate radio during the 90s and lent his voice to several stations including Spin 1038.
In recent years, he took the helm at Dublin Vinyl and The Record Hub, continuing to influence the scene by organising and DJing at Dublin's hottest events. Ray Donoghue, Dublin's Night Time Economy Advisor and a close friend of Scully for nearly three decades, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram: "A truly lovely man. A generous soul. A great partner in Coastal Beats, a brilliant DJ, and a friend for almost 30 years."
Donoghue fondly remembered Scully's infectious laughter and smile, adding, "Every time we met, you lifted my spirits with that laugh and smile. Hugh, you will be sorely missed. Rest well, my friend."
Nikki Hayes, former 2FM presenter, expressed her sadness, saying: "Gutted to learn of the passing of Hugh Scully. I worked with himself and Shay in the early years of Spin1038 he was a true gentleman and I think we all had a crush on him at some stage. Huge loss.", reports the Irish Mirror.
Chef and fellow DJ Marcus O'Laire also paid homage to Scully, revealing his heartbreak on social media: "I don't speak lightly when I say that Hugh's friendship and mentorship steered my life in ways that I'm not sure even he realised.
"He was a hero to me in my twenties who grew into a friend and I will truly never forget him, his ease of life, his humour, his incredible knowledge of music and love for good times."
DJ Tonie Walsh took to Instagram to share his grief: "Such sad news from Dublin that fellow DJ, Hugh Scully, has died after a bout of cancer. We forged a particularly strong relationship while co-producing the Red Bull Music Academy in 2000, by which time we'd also been working together at Dublin's H.A.M. in PoD, one of the most beautiful clubs to have ever graced the capital.
"So many lovely, life-affirming memories. Thank you, Hugh. You were such a suave, dapper man and a bright ball of energy. Thinking of Claire, your family and your great circle of friends you've left behind in Ireland."
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