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Longford music fans laud new Cronin single release

The track is a remixed version of the title track from their debut album. ALSO READ: Cronin launch debut EP The cover artwork uses an image of the baptism font of English poet, painter and visionary William Blake. Cronin had a hectic 2018, which saw ...

22 Feb 2019 at 19:00

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WATCH: Bruce Springsteen pays emotional tribute to Shane MacGowan at Kilkenny gig

The legendary Bruce Springsteen kicked off his Kilkenny gig with a touching tribute to the late Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan at his Kilkenny gig on Sunday evening. As the sun glared across Nowlan Park, Kilkenny shortly after 7pm, The Boss treated ...

13 May 2024 at 08:16

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Portrait of Shane MacGowan by artist with proud Longford connections unveiled in Tipperary

A portrait commissioned by Shane McGowan’s family is now hanging in his favourite pub in Tipperary. Hand-painted with acrylic by Will McNally, who has proud Longford connections, the portrait of the late Pogues frontman was presented to his sister,...

31 Mar 2024 at 07:00

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Shane MacGowan's wife in new heartbreaking post just days after death of Pogues star

Shane MacGowan's wife has posted a heartfelt tribute to the Pogues star, hoping his smile can still help those struggling or in pain. The legendary singer/songwriter died last week and is due to be buried in his native Tipperary on Friday. ...

04 Dec 2023 at 10:21

National News

Shane MacGowan's widow remembers his 'pure and unconditional love' on Valentine's Day

The widow of Irish rocker Shane MacGowan has remembered his "pure and unconditional love" on Valentine's Day. Victoria Mary Clarke posted a picture of her late husband - best known for the song 'Fairytale of New York' and being the lead ...

15 Feb 2024 at 07:36

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Imelda May marks Sinead O’Connor’s birthday on day of Shane MacGowan’s funeral

Irish singer Imelda May has sent birthday wishes to the late Sinead O’Connor on the day of Shane MacGowan’s funeral saying “what a day for Ireland”. O’Connor, who died in July and was a close friend of May and MacGowan, would have ...

08 Dec 2023 at 16:41

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Shane MacGowan described as poet and trailblazer at his funeral

Shane MacGowan has been described as a poet, lyricist, singer and trailblazer at his funeral ceremony in County Tipperary. Hollywood star Johnny Depp and U2 frontman Bono were among those who participated in the service for The ...

08 Dec 2023 at 17:14

Arts & Entertainment

Bookies slash odds of Pogues' Christmas number one after Shane MacGowan's death

Bookmakers have slashed the odds of The Pogues’ Fairytale Of New York going to number one this Christmas following the death of Shane MacGowan. The band’s frontman died “peacefully” on Thursday at the age of 65, with his wife ...

01 Dec 2023 at 14:38

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Mourners gather for Dublin procession ahead of Shane MacGowan funeral

Mourners are gathering in Dublin for a public procession ahead of the funeral of Shane MacGowan. The songwriter, who found fame as the lead singer of London-Irish punk/folk band The Pogues, died at the age of 65 last week. ...

08 Dec 2023 at 11:44

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Public funeral for Shane MacGowan to take place today

Crowds of people are expected to gather in Dublin and Tipperary for the funeral procession of Shane MacGowan. The songwriter, who found fame as the lead singer of London-Irish punk/folk band The Pogues, died at the age of ...

08 Dec 2023 at 10:28

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Portraits capturing Shane MacGowan’s final London visit up for auction

Two paintings of Shane MacGowan’s last visit to London are to be auctioned for charity the Encephalitis Society. The Pogues’ frontman, who was best known for classic Christmas hit song Fairytale Of New York, died last ...

07 Dec 2023 at 15:39

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WATCH: Drone footage gives incredible view of Shane MacGowan's funeral procession

08 Dec 2023 at 12:18

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