THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED ALBUM “20TH CENTURY PADDY – THE SONGS OF SHANE MACGOWAN”
The tribute project celebrates the timeless genius of one of Ireland’s greatest songwriters, brought to life by an emotive new reinterpretation from Kingfishr.
DUBLIN, IE – Irish indie folk powerhouse Kingfishr, who have firmly established themselves as one of the most exciting breakthrough acts in modern music, have officially released their stirring new single, ‘The Sunnyside of the Street.’ The track is a standout contribution to the upcoming tribute album, ’20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan’, honouring the legendary Irish singer-songwriter, Shane MacGowan. Bringing their signature emotional depth to Shane MacGowan’s iconic storytelling, Kingfishr delivers a version that is both deeply respectful and uniquely their own.
’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, Shane MacGowan. 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 continue to heavily influence and inspire the next generation of global music icons.
Honouring Shane MacGowan’s lifelong legacy, 50% of artist royalties from the album will be donated to the Dublin Simon Community who actively provides life-saving housing and healthcare initiatives for people experiencing homelessness across Dublin.
The album navigates Shane MacGowan’s entire creative arc, moving from the high-velocity punk of his early years to the haunting, literate depths of his later work.
Here is the full tracklist of iconic songs:
Amble – The Snake With the Eyes of Garnet
Bob Geldof – St. John Of Gods
Bruce Springsteen – A Rainy Night in Soho
Camille O’Sullivan – You’re The One
Cronin – London You’re A Lady
Damien Dempsey – Sally MacLennane
David Gray – The Old Main Drag
David Keenan – The Sick Bed of Cuchulainn
Dropkick Murphys – The Body of an American
Garron Noone – White City
Glen Hansard – Bottle of Smoke
Hozier & Jessie Buckley – Fairytale of New York
Jimmy Artache – USA
Johnny Mac and The Faithful – Fiesta
Johnny Depp & Imelda May – Haunted
Kate Moss – Lonesome Highway
Kingfishr – The Sunnyside of the Street
Liam Ó Maonlaí – The Broad Majestic Shannon
Lisa Moorish & Another Day – Rain Street
Lisa O’Neill – Dark Streets of London
LYRA – Streets of Sorrow / Birmingham Six
Madra Salach – Turkish Song of the Damned
Moya Brennan – Mother Mo Chroi
Mundy – Victoria
Picture This – Aisling
Pinch of Snuff – Donegal Express
Primal Scream – A Pair of Brown Eyes
Steve Earle – If I Should Fall From Grace With God
The High Kings – Streams of Whiskey
The Jesus And Mary Chain – I’ll Be Your Handbag
The Libertines – Sayonara
The Murder Capital – The Song With No Name
The Pogues – Gabrielle
Tom Creagh – Paddy Public Enemy No. 1
Tom Waits – Summer In Siam
U2 – Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah
The release is part of a stratospheric, 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. They completed their first-ever headline tour of Australia alongside a long list of sold-out UK dates, including two nights at London’s O2 Academy Brixton. In addition to playing to over 100,000 fans at massive outdoor Irish shows, they hit major European festivals including Pinkpop, Hurricane, Southside, and Rock Werchter. Kingfishr have just begun their completely sold-out US headline tour starting July 29, which features a landmark performance at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles on August 8. Looking ahead, they have just announced three massive Irish outdoor shows for Summer 2027, set to play to 90,000+ fans across Belfast, Dublin, and Limerick.
“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
As ’20th Century Paddy’ prepares to introduce Shane MacGowan’s timeless songbook to a new era, Kingfishr’s contribution stands as a powerful testament to the enduring, cross-generational impact of Shane MacGowan’s songwriting.
‘The Sunnyside of the Street’ is available now on all major streaming platforms.
