Alan York

Articles by Alan York

The shows kick off on 16 May in London, Ontario in Canada.

The spectacular, immersive in-concert show will be in selected theatres on 31 January and 4 February 2024.

In Depth

The best reissues of 2023 include gargantuan box sets and back-to-basics vinyl among a smorgasbord of essential releases.

The classic song featuring Kirsty MacColl is currently at No. 18 and is likely to rise much higher on the chart.

In Depth

Pretenders ‘ Christmas song, 2000 Miles, sprang from tragic circumstances, yet Chrissie Hynde ‘s Yuletide staple remains a triumph.

The iconic Manchester group play Cardiff Alexander Head on 22 August and a hometown show in Wythenshawe Park two days later.

The doc, directed by Julien Temple has been added to iPlayer in tribute to The Pogues' frontman who died on 30 November aged 65.

The new mix of the song features an additional verse and runs for almost six minutes.

List & Guides

They were rowdy, rebellious and volatile, but Shane MacGowan and co built their catalogue to last – as the best Pogues songs attest.

In Depth

Harnessing the lyrical brilliance of Irish folk and the aggressive snarl of punk, The Pogues’ frontman Shane MacGowan created a unique style.

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