Story

The linked article is about the death of the frontman of The Pogues, Shane MacGowan, at age 65. He had been unwell for some time, and was diagnosed with encephalitis before his death. MacGowan's hits include "Fairytale of New York" and "A Pair of Brown Eyes". His bandmates, friends, and fellow musicians in the industry paid tribute to him, calling him a lyrical and creative genius.