Phil Chevron (Pogues) RIP

Phil Chevron - RIP

Movie of the Week: Shane MacGowan - If I Should Fall From Grace With God (2000)

Shane MacGowan, circa mid 70's, well before the alcoholism set in

This unflinching, music-driven documentary provides the first real insight into the background and career of this legendary Irish artist who, as lead singer and songwriter for the Pogues, became a worldwide icon. The film includes contemporary interviews with his family, fellow musicians like Nick Cave, his longtime partner Victoria, and direct one-on-one sessions with Shane himself. These are interwoven with performance material stretching back to Shane's earliest work, along with fly-on-the-wall footage from both London and Ireland.

This can be purchased on DVD here. 

Movie of the Week: Straight To Hell (1987)

A classic from 1987 directed by Alex Cox, and starring Dick Rude, Joe Strummer, Elvis Costello, The Pogues, Dennis Hopper, Courtney Love, and a host of other hepcats. My favorite thing about this film besides the soundtrack? Spoiler: Everyone dies.

Strummer of Love in August

 Strummer of Love, August 17-19, 2012

NYNS - Fairytale of New York

Thanks to Mr. Lee for posting this great version of this Pogues song by Christy Moore which Holly had posted a while back. A nice way to sign off on Christmas day.