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musiccelebrity2 years ago

Shane MacGowan's Widow Finds Comfort in Fans' Final Farewell

Thousands of mourners lined the streets of Dublin to bid farewell to Shane MacGowan, the legendary frontman of The Pogues, who passed away at the age of 65. Fans sang and danced as his funeral procession made its way through the city, with his widow, Victoria Clarke, expressing gratitude for the outpouring of love and support. The cortege then traveled to Tipperary for a public mass and cremation. MacGowan, known for his iconic Christmas hit "Fairytale of New York," was remembered as a talented musician and poet who left a lasting impact on Irish music.

via Daily Mail|
#dublin#fairytale-of-new-york#funeral
musiccelebrity2 years ago

Mourners Pay Tribute to Shane MacGowan with Street Serenades

Mourners in Dublin paid tribute to The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan by singing his songs on the streets during his funeral procession. Fans of all ages gathered outside the church where the ceremony was held, joining together in an impromptu jam session led by musicians equipped with banjos, harmonicas, and tin whistles. The crowd celebrated MacGowan's folk tradition and iconic songs, such as "Dirty Old Town" and "Fairytale of New York." Inside the church, Nick Cave, Glen Hansard, and Spider Stacy performed emotional renditions of MacGowan's songs. Tributes have poured in from various artists since his passing on November 30th.

via Consequence|
#dublin#funeral#musiccelebrity
musiccelebrity2 years ago

Shane MacGowan's Funeral Procession Draws Emotional Farewell in Dublin

Dublin pays tribute to Shane MacGowan, lead singer of The Pogues, with a funeral procession through the city. Mourners lined the streets as a horse-drawn carriage carried MacGowan's coffin, draped in the Irish flag. His music accompanied the procession, with musicians performing his famous hits. MacGowan's funeral will take place in Nenagh, and his wife expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support. MacGowan, who had been in ill health, died on November 30 at the age of 65.

via CNN|
#dublin#funeral-procession#musiccelebrity
musiccelebrity2 years ago

Compton Pays Tribute to Eazy-E with Street Renaming Ceremony

The city of Compton has renamed a street after late rapper Eazy-E, honoring his impact on hip-hop and the city. Eazy-E, a member of NWA and founder of Ruthless Records, died in 1995 at age 30. The renaming ceremony, attended by Compton Mayor Emma Shariff and Eazy-E's family, celebrated the rapper's contributions to music and recognized the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. The newly named Eazy Street is located in the Gateway Towne Center shopping plaza.

via KABC-TV|
#compton#eazy-e#hip-hop
musiccelebrity2 years ago

Kamala Harris Celebrates Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary with Star-Studded Party

Vice President Kamala Harris hosted a "50 Years of Hip-Hop" celebration at the official residence in Washington, D.C., featuring performances by artists such as Lil Wayne, Common, Jeezy, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, and more. Harris emphasized the influence and diversity of hip-hop in American culture, while attendees enjoyed the event on the front lawn. The concert, organized in collaboration with the Recording Academy's Black Music Coalition and Live Nation Urban, concluded with a thunderstorm.

via Variety|
#concert-review#hip-hop#kamala-harris
musiccelebrity2 years ago

Beastie Boys Square: Ad-Rock and Mike D Celebrate Iconic Renaming

The corner of Ludlow and Rivington in New York City's Lower East Side has been officially renamed Beastie Boys Square, with Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz and Michael "Mike D" Diamond in attendance. The intersection was immortalized on the cover of the Beastie Boys' 1989 album "Paul's Boutique." After years of efforts, the New York City Council approved the name change, leading to a ceremony where Ad-Rock and Mike D expressed their gratitude to fans and council members. They also paid tribute to their late bandmate, Adam "MCA" Yauch. The renaming of the square is seen as a lasting legacy for future generations to discover and question the significance of the Beastie Boys.

via Rolling Stone|
#beastie-boys#hip-hop#musiccelebrity
musiccelebrity2 years ago

Cleveland Celebrates Bone Thugs-N-Harmony with Street Dedication and Hip Hop Love

The City of Cleveland held a street dedication ceremony at the intersection of East 99th Street and St. Clair Avenue to honor the hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Fans had petitioned for a street sign reading "Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Way," which was quickly approved by the Cleveland City Council. The dedication ceremony celebrated the group's impact on the community and their success in putting Cleveland on the map in the music industry.

via News 5 Cleveland WEWS|
#bone-thugs-n-harmony#cleveland#councilman-kevin-conwell