Gig review: The Pogues and friends provide rousing revival of debut album at 3Arena 

The Pogues' concert in Dublin to mark the 40th anniversary of Red Roses For Me included an emotional speech from Victoria Mary Clarke 

The Pogues and friends on stage at 3Arena for the anniversary concert of Red Roses for me: in front, Radie Peat, Charles Hendy and Spider Stacy.

The Pogues – Red Roses For Me, 3Arena, Dublin, ★★★★☆

After a rapturously-received London show celebrating the 40th anniversary of Red Roses For Me back in May, chances were The Pogues would do it again. Their debut album is worthy of acclaim just for introducing their folk/punk hybrid in the first place and if there was any doubt about its lasting influence then tonight’s guest list puts it to bed.