The Whistlin' Donkeys Fairytale Of New York

Paula Shields who researched the programme that told the back story of the famous song Fairytale of New York.

Tigermoth Records are proud to release the new Christmas EP from Les Penning (Mike Oldfield) and Robert Reed (Sanctuary/Magenta/Cyan) The title track is a re-working of the classic song from The Pogues and Kirsty MacColl, ‘Fairytale of New York’ and also features four new recordings, including 2 Christmas carols and a new track written by Les and Rob.

In 2005, for the first time in 18 years, all eight members of The Pogues return to the studio where their biggest hit - and the nation's favourite Christmas song - was recorded. The song's producer Steve Lillywhite strips Fairytale down to the basics, and director Peter Dougherty reveals the tricks behind the making of the video - including how a cameo from Hollywood star Matt Dillon stopped The Pogues from almost being arrested. With contributions from Matt Dillon, Nick Cave, Jools Holland and of course Shane MacGowan and The Pogues, it lifts the lid on this seminal track and reveals the secrets behind its making.