The Pogues' Spider Stacy reflects on legacy of 'Fairytale of New York': 'It's really, really nice'

The Pogues' "Fairytale of New York" remains a holiday staple nearly 40 years after its release. All these years later, Pogues ...
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Opinion: My kind of holiday song

NPR's Scott Simon explains why The Pogues' "Fairytale of New York" is a holiday song for those who have troubles and ...
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Meaning and backstory behind iconic Christmas song Fairytale of New York

Shane MacGowan, the iconic frontman of The Pogues, passed away just over 12 months ago at the age of 65. The Pogues have left a lasting legacy worldwide, particularly acclaimed in the UK and Ireland - ...

Good Charlotte shares cover of The Pogues' 'Fairytale of New York'

Good Charlotte has shared a cover of The Pogues' holiday punk classic, "Fairytale of New York.""This has always been one of ...
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Hozier Brings Christmas Vibes to ‘Saturday Night Live’ With Emotional Performance and Changed Lyrics to ‘Fairytale of New York’

Hozier was the musical guest on “Saturday Night Live‘s” Christmas edition Saturday night, and for his second song, the Irish artist paid tribute to the Pogues’ classic “Fairytale of New York.” On ...
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The Pogues’ “Fairytale of New York” Has Long Been Subject of Controversy, Songwriter Says That’s the Point

Some of the most beloved Christmas songs are a bit rough around the edges, from the hokey and macabre “Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer” to the Pogues’ controversial “Fairytale of New York.” The ...
Rolling Stone

‘SNL’: Watch Hozier Perform Hit Song ‘Too Sweet,’ Pogues’ ‘Fairytale of New York’

Hozier returned to the stage later with a cover of the Irish folk ballad that appeared on the Pogues’ 1988 album If I Should Fall from Grace of God. The Christmas-themed track, which has been reissued ...