Bruce Springsteen, Kate Moss and Johnny Depp to appear on all-star Shane MacGowan tribute album

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Ben Beaumont-ThomasMarch 12, 2026 at 07:00 AM

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Bruce Springsteen has penned an essay celebrating Shane MacGowan's songwriting in conjunction with the announcement of the tribute album, *20th Century Paddy: The Songs of Shane MacGowan*, set for release on November 13th. Springsteen's cover of "A Rainy Night in Soho" is the first song released from the album. In his essay, Springsteen places MacGowan among influential artists and reflects on MacGowan's raw and honest artistry. The album features covers by a diverse group of artists, including Tom Waits, Steve Earle, The Libertines, Primal Scream, Kate Moss, Johnny Depp, and numerous Irish musicians. Springsteen also shared that he spent an afternoon with MacGowan shortly before his death, expressing his appreciation for his work.

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