Sports-lover turned journalist, born and bred in Scotland, with a passion for football (soccer). He’s also a keen follower of NFL, NBA, golf and tennis, among others, and always has an eye on the ...

Shane MacGowan's rambunctious festive classic Fairytale of New York stirred controversy for its contentious lyrics – but could be headed for the top of the UK charts this Christmas, writes Nicholas ...

The Pogues started making music in London in 1982. They mixed Irish folk with punk rock—something totally new at the time. Shane MacGowan led the band with his raw, distinctive voice, and they became ...

Lyrics in ‘Fairytale of New York,’ the Christmas classic by the Pogues, are at the center of a renewed debate this holiday season. Read More: Saoirse Ronan and Jimmy Fallon’s Irish up Christmas with a ...