Shane MacGowan and A Furious Devotion: Richard Balls author interview

Punk protagonist, legendary drinker, Irish musical icon. The complete and extraordinary journey of the Pogues’ notorious frontman from outcast to national treasure has never been told - until now.
A Furious Devotion vividly recounts the experiences that shaped the greatest songwriter of his generation: the formative trips to his mother’s homestead in Tipperary, the explosion of punk which changed his life, and the drink and drugs that nearly ended it.
This frank and extensive biography also includes many previously unseen personal photographs.
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Got this book from my wife for Christmas and is a cracking read, thanks for writing this Richard

[@theliamofella]

Although I have never met Shane and haven’t got any right to comment on his personality but I feel that he is very misunderstood, I suspect that he is very sensitive and generous and intelligent and honest ,

[@bozoakacarl]

Brilliant Book.......Well done Mr.Balls & Thank You.

[@leahflower9924]

I went from loving johnny thunders to loving Shane macgowan go figure 🤷

[@Arahsure]

Sarcasm? If not,why would that be a big jump?