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U2 and Legends Honor Shane MacGowan | Music News
U2 just dropped a fiery cover of The Pogues’ “Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah,” kicking off a massive tribute album titled 20th Century Paddy: The Songs of Shane MacGowan, set for release November 13. Joining U2 are Bruce Springsteen, Tom Waits, Primal Scream, Steve Earle, and the Dropkick Murphys—all reimagining MacGowan’s timeless classics. As The Edge noted, MacGowan’s contradictions were his truth, and this album proves his influence spanned genres and generations. A powerful, genre-defying homage to a musical icon whose voice still echoes loud and proud. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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