U2 releases a cover of The Pogues’ “Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah” ahead of an upcoming tribute album dedicated to Shane MacGowan. The new track is presented as part of the project’s rollout, with outlets also noting the band’s decision to highlight another Pogues classic as part of the tribute.
The tribute album, titled 20th Century Paddy – The Songs Of Shane MacGowan, is scheduled for release on 13 November, according to multiple reports. NME and IrishCentral include comments and reflections from The Edge about MacGowan, while other coverage focuses more directly on the announcement and the track itself. Stereogum adds historical context on U2 and The Pogues’ relationship, including earlier collaborations and a past live tribute following MacGowan’s death.
Overall, the outlets converge on the same core news: U2 is publicly sharing the Pogues cover as part of a wider album honoring MacGowan’s legacy, with release timing and MacGowan-related commentary varying by outlet.
