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Shane MacGowan & the Popes - Across the Broad Atlantic: Live on Paddy's Day-New

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Shane MacGowan & the Popes
Album Title
Across the Broad Atlantic: Live on Paddy's Day-New
Release Date
February 26, 2002 
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Review by Todd Kristel
Dublin had to move 2001's St. Patrick's Day from March 17 to May 19 due to an outbreak of hoof-and-mouth disease. Consequently, Shane Macgowan was able to perform Paddy's Day shows at both Webster's Hall in Manhattan and Olympia Theatre in Dublin during the same year. Across The Broad Atlantic, which features performances from these two shows, is basically the soundtrack to a 75-minute party. The audibly rowdy crowd noises combined with the boisterous performances by Macgowan and his fine band give this album a celebratory atmosphere. Read More