I spent a few hours with him in Edinburgh 1998. I smoked a joint with him - he rolled it!
My friend who introduced me was his right hand man for about 3 years until they fell out. (Money)
He now no longer thinks he is Mr Nice.

Personally, I found him not a bad guy, a bit full of his self importance. Loved the attention. He was not wealthy by a long shot, merely making an ok living.

RIP Howie!