Remastered & expanded reissue of 1984 album includes six bonus tracks, 'A Pistol for Paddy Garcia', 'London Girl', 'Rainy Night in Soho', 'Body of An American', 'Planxty Noel Hill', & 'The Parting Glass'. WSM. 2004.
"Red Roses For Me" is the debut album by The Pogues, released in 1984 and now available on CD from WEA International. This groundbreaking record introduced the world to The Pogues' unique blend of traditional Irish folk music with punk rock energy, featuring Shane MacGowan's raw vocals and poetic lyrics. Tracks like "Transmetropolitan," "Streams of Whiskey," and "Dark Streets of London" showcase their signature sound?a raucous celebration of working-class life, love, and rebellion. WEA International is a renowned global music distributor known for bringing influential artists to audiences worldwide. With this release, listeners can experience the roots of a band that would go on to achieve international acclaim with albums such as "Rum Sodomy & the Lash" and hits like "Fairytale of New York." The Pogues are celebrated for revitalizing Celtic music traditions while leaving an indelible mark on modern rock.