"Moving tributes and unconventional farewell: Shane MacGowan's funeral service"
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Musicians including Nick Cave, Glen Hansard, and Lisa O'Neill performed moving tributes to Shane MacGowan at his funeral service in Nenagh, County Tipperary. The ceremony was attended by hundreds of people, including famous friends such as Johnny Depp and Bob Geldof. MacGowan, hailed as a poet, lyricist, singer, and trailblazer, was remembered for his contributions to music and his Irish heritage.
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