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Shane MacGowan, the raspy-voiced Pogues frontman who fused punk fire with Irish folk soul, passed away over three years ago on November 30, 2023, at age 65 after battling viral encephalitis and a recent infection, as confirmed by his wife Victoria Clarke to Rolling Stone France. In the past few days, no fresh personal developments, public appearances, business moves, or direct social media mentions of the late legend have surfaced from verified outlets, leaving fans to cling to his enduring echo. The biggest ripple comes from AOL, spotlighting a recent Pogues gig at Brixton Academy that felt strangely beautiful without their talisman songwriter, a poignant reminder of his irreplaceable void in the band he defined four decades on. Buzz builds around upcoming tributes with real biographical weight: BayFM reports Pogues spider Stacy headlining Bluesfest 2026 over Easter, centering their classic Rum Sodomy and the Lash album in dual shows that could cement MacGowans legacy for new ears. Eventbrite lists a March 13 gig at Londons Boogaloo Pub by Boys from the Black Stuff, his friends and collaborators, celebrating his Pogues catalog in what promises intimate, whiskey-soaked homage. A BornHub substack post name-drops Nick Caves haunting Rainy Night in Soho rendition from MacGowans funeral, stirring diaspora nostalgia and proving his unapologetic Irish spirit still haunts playlists. Hastings Online Times recalls his iconic voice in a Mid-Winter Festival review with Christy Moore nods, while Dolans gig listings nod to his influence on acts like Madra Salach touring now. No unconfirmed gossip swirls, just these steady waves of reverence keeping Fairytale of New Yorks rogue king alive in the cultural bloodstream. Word count: 378

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