It's always a thrill to hear new material from these guys. Disc one is a live set from London, 2003. The production is
in-your-face live: raw enough to capture the Popes' energy and spirit but polished just enough so nothing gets lost in the mix.
It's a killer set featuring live versions of some of the best tracks from 2000's Holloway Boulevard release
(included here as disc 2), a traditional piece or two, and a couple of songs from Shane Macgowan's 2 solo studio efforts. Shane himself
contributes the liner notes which are an entertaining read. The
live disc alone is worth picking up. Throw in the disc 2 studio album and you're a fool for passing it up!
If you're a fan of guitar driven, trad. Irish-punk, you'll love it.
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