U2 Added to Shane MacGowan Tribute Album Featuring Musical Legends
Summary
The rock band U2 has joined a tribute album honoring Shane MacGowan, the late lead singer of The Pogues. The album, titled "20th Century Paddy - The Songs of Shane MacGowan," will be released on November 13 and features various well-known artists covering MacGowan’s songs.Key Facts
- U2 contributed a cover of The Pogues’ song "Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah" to the tribute album.
- The album honors Shane MacGowan, who died in 2023 at age 65.
- Other artists featured include Bruce Springsteen, Hozier with Jessie Buckley, Dropkick Murphys, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Tom Waits, and The Pogues themselves.
- Bruce Springsteen’s contribution is his previously released cover of "A Rainy Night in Soho."
- The Pogues reunited in 2024 and toured the U.S. in 2025 with original members and guest musicians.
- The album celebrates MacGowan’s musical legacy and his impact on Irish music.
- The full track list is available on Shane MacGowan’s official Instagram page.
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