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Kingfishr to honour Shane MacGowan with ‘The Sunnyside of the Street’ single
Kingfishr to honour Shane MacGowan with ‘The Sunnyside of the Street’ single. Photo: Casey King
Kingfishr announce upcoming single ‘The Sunnyside of the Street’ from highly anticipated ’20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan’
Limerick’s Kingfishr, who have firmly established themselves as one of the most exciting breakthrough acts in modern music, have officially announced the upcoming release of their stirring new single, ‘The Sunnyside of the Street.’
The highly anticipated track is a standout contribution to the upcoming tribute album, ‘20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan’, honouring the legendary Irish singer-songwriter.
Bringing their signature emotional depth to Shane MacGowan’s iconic storytelling, Kingfishr’s rendition promises a version that is both deeply respectful and uniquely their own.
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‘20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan’ is a curated, fierce collection dedicated to celebrating the enduring genius of the legendary Irish singer songwriter. Bringing together an array of exceptional musical talent, the project serves a powerful cause while shining a fresh light on Shane MacGowan’s poetic storytelling. The album acts as a cultural bridge, proving that Shane MacGowan’s grit and literary brilliance continues to heavily influence and inspire the next generation of global music icons.
The announcement comes amid a record-breaking year for Kingfishr. The band’s smash single ‘Killeagh’ became a certified cultural phenomenon, spending 17 weeks at #1 on the Irish charts, while their debut album ‘Halcyon’ also debuted at #1. The band has spent the year playing to packed rooms worldwide, recently completing their first ever headline tour of Australia, a string of sold out UK dates, including two nights at London’s O2 Academy Brixton and major European festivals including Pinkpop, Hurricane, Southside, and Rock Werchter, playing to over 100,000 fans at massive outdoor Irish shows.
Kingfishr said, “We picked Sunnyside of the Street because of how surprisingly sad the lyrics are when you focus in on them. We thought the song deserved to be shown in a light that reflects that. Shane made an incredible contribution to music and it’s an honour to be included in the project with so many talented people, especially given the cause it serves.”
Kingfishr are set to launch their completely sold-out US headline tour this week starting July 29, which features a landmark performance at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles on August 8. The band has also just announced three massive Irish outdoor shows for Summer 2027, set to play to 90,000+ fans across Belfast, Dublin, and Limerick.
As ‘20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan’ prepares to introduce Shane MacGowan’s timeless songbook to a new era, Kingfishr’s upcoming contribution stands as a powerful testament to the enduring, cross generational impact of Shane MacGowan’s songwriting.
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