The Pogues: 'No one will ever make another classic Christmas song again'

The Pogues don't want new 'competition' for the Fairytale of New York at Christmas but admit the song can have a downside as they go on tour

The Pogues are behind one of the most iconic Christmas songs of all time Fairytale of New York is one of the most beloved Christmas songs out there, so unsurprisingly The Pogues ‘don”t want competition’. Released in 1988, the band’s festive hit is a constant in the December charts, and gained extra boost last year due to the tragic death of singer Shane MacGowan.

’ However, these days rereleasing is a ‘funny notion anyway’ as streaming makes everything permanently accessible. Instead, Jem sees it as a way to spotlight songs that need a little more love, which is what they’re hoping to do with this upcoming tour. The Rum Sodomy and the Lash Tour is their first UK headline tour in over 10 years, celebrating 40 years of their iconic album Rum Sodomy & the Lash.

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