Kingfishr – have announced the upcoming release of their stirring new single, ‘The Sunnyside of the Street.’ taken from highly anticpated ‘20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan’ album

DUBLIN, IE – Irish indie folk powerhouse Kingfishr, who have firmly established themselves as one of the most exciting breakthrough acts in modern music, have officially announced the upcoming release of their stirring new single, ‘The Sunnyside of the Street.’

‘The Sunnyside of the Street.’
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The highly anticipated track is a standout contribution to the upcoming tribute album, ‘20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan’, honouring the legendary Irish singer songwriter. Bringing their signature emotional depth to Shane MacGowan’s iconic storytelling, Kingfishr’s rendition promises a version that is both deeply respectful and uniquely their own.

‘20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan’ is a curated, fierce collection dedicated to celebrating the enduring genius of the legendary Irish singer songwriter. Bringing together an array of exceptional musical talent, the project serves a powerful cause while shining a fresh light on Shane MacGowan’s poetic storytelling. The album acts as a cultural bridge, proving that Shane MacGowan’s grit and literary brilliance continues to heavily influence and inspire the next generation of global music icons.

Honouring Shane Macgowan’s lifelong legacy, 50% of artist royalties from the album will be donated to the Dublin Simon Community who actively provide life saving housing and healthcare initiatives for people experiencing homelessness across Dublin.

The album navigates Shane MacGowan’s entire creative arc, moving from the high velocity punk of his early years to the haunting, literate depths of his later work

Album tracklist:

Amble – The Snake With the Eyes of Garnet

Bob Geldof – St. John Of Gods

Bruce Springsteen – A Rainy Night in Soho

Camille O’Sullivan – You’re The One

Cronin – London You’re A Lady

Damien Dempsey – Sally MacLennane

David Gray – The Old Main Drag

David Keenan – The Sick Bed of Cuchulainn

Dropkick Murphys – The Body of an American

Garron Noone – White City

Glen Hansard – Bottle of Smoke

Hozier & Jessie Buckley – Fairytale of New York

Jimmy Artache – USA

Johnny Mac and The Faithful – Fiesta

Johnny Depp & Imelda May – Haunted

Kate Moss – Lonesome Highway

Kingfishr – The Sunnyside of the Street 

Liam Ó Maonlaí – The Broad Majestic Shannon

Lisa Moorish & Another Day – Rain Street

Lisa O’Neill – Dark Streets of London

LYRA – Streets of Sorrow / Birmingham Six

Madra Salach – Turkish Song of the Damned

Moya Brennan – Mother Mo Chroi

Mundy – Victoria

Picture This – Aisling

Pinch of Snuff – Donegal Express

Primal Scream – A Pair of Brown Eyes

Steve Earle – If I Should Fall From Grace With God

The High Kings – Streams of Whiskey

The Jesus And Mary Chain – I’ll Be Your Handbag

The Libertines – Sayonara 

The Murder Capital – The Song With No Name

The Pogues – Gabrielle

Tom Creagh – Paddy Public Enemy No. 1

Tom Waits – Summer In Siam

U2 – Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah

The announcement comes amid a record breaking year for Kingfishr. The band’s smash single ‘Killeagh’ became a certified cultural phenomenon, spending 17 weeks at #1 on the Irish charts, while their debut album ‘Halcyon’ also debuted at #1. The band has spent the year playing to packed rooms worldwide, recently completing their first ever headline tour of Australia, a string of sold out UK dates, including two nights at London’s O2 Academy Brixton and major European festivals including Pinkpop, Hurricane, Southside, and Rock Werchter, playing to over 100,000 fans at massive outdoor Irish shows.

“We picked Sunnyside of the Street because of how surprisingly sad the lyrics are when you focus in on them. We thought the song deserved to be shown in a light that reflects that. Shane made an incredible contribution to music and it’s an honour to be included in the project with so many talented people, especially given the cause it serves.” – Kingfishr

Kingfishr are set to launch their completely sold out US headline tour this week starting July 29, which features a landmark performance at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles on August 8. The band has also just announced three massive Irish outdoor shows for Summer 2027, set to play to 90,000+ fans across Belfast, Dublin, and Limerick.

As ‘20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan’ prepares to introduce Shane MacGowan’s timeless songbook to a new era, Kingfishr’s upcoming contribution stands as a powerful testament to the enduring, cross generational impact of Shane MacGowan’s songwriting.