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Shane MacGowan dead - latest: Pogues singer known for Fairytale of New York dies as tributes paid

His death comes one week after he was discharged from hospital

The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2023

Shane MacGowan, shy and complex genius behind The Pogues, dies aged 65

Musician had just returned home to be with his wife, Victoria Mary Clarke, after a lengthy stay in hospital

The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2023

Shane MacGowan: a timeless voice for Ireland’s diaspora in England

During a concert in Dublin in 2022, Bob Dylan paused between songs to pay tribute to another singer-songwriter who was in attendance that night. “I want to say hello to Shane MacGowan”, said Dylan, praising MacGowan as one of his “favourite artists”.

The Conversation · Nov 30, 2023

Bruce Springsteen delights onlookers as he stops for pint and fish and chips in Dublin

Bruce Springsteen is putting his time in Dublin to good use, and exciting members of the public in the process, by visiting a pub and enjoying fish and chips in between his three sold out shows at the RDS Arena

Daily Mirror · May 7, 2023

Bruce Springsteen surprises Shane MacGowan with home visit ahead of his Dublin concerts

Bruce Springsteen popped in to see The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan shortly after landing in Dublin as he prepares for three concerts at the RDS Arena over the weekend

Daily Mirror · May 4, 2023