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Pogues joined on stage by Catatonia star

Cerys Matthews appears with the band in Cardiff

December 13, 2005 | 0 Comments
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Former Catatonia singer joined the on stage in Cardiff last night (December 12).

The Irish veterans were playing the Cardiff International Arena when Matthews joined them, taking the part of the late Kirsty MacColl on their Christmas classic ‘Fairytale Of New York’.

“ did a wonderful job performing with Shane [MacGowan],” one fan posted on the band’s official forum. “It's just a shame Kirsty couldn't be there. Although I dare say she was there in spirit.”

Another messageboard poster added: “Cerys and Shane were wonderful for ‘Fairytale’ - made my night!”

The now continue their series of Christmas dates, which includes a three-night residency at London’s Brixton Academy next week (December 20-22).

For ticket availability, go to NME Tickets or call them on 0870 1 663 663.

The Pogues tickets:

Date / Time	Artist	Venue	Town/City	Buy
Dec 09, 2009 19:30	The Pogues	O2 Academy Newcastle	Newcastle	Buy The Pogues tickets from Seetickets
Dec 10, 2009 19:30	The Pogues	O2 Academy Glasgow	Glasgow	Buy The Pogues tickets from Seetickets
Dec 12, 2009 19:30	The Pogues	O2 Academy Sheffield	Sheffield	Buy The Pogues tickets from Seetickets
Dec 13, 2009 19:30	The Pogues	Apollo	Manchester	Buy The Pogues tickets from Seetickets
Dec 14, 2009 19:30	The Pogues	O2 Academy Leeds	Leeds	Buy The Pogues tickets from Seetickets
Dec 16, 2009 19:30	The Pogues	O2 Academy Birmingham	Birmingham	Buy The Pogues tickets from Seetickets
Dec 18, 2009 19:30	The Pogues	O2 Academy Brixton	London	Buy The Pogues tickets from Seetickets
Dec 19, 2009 19:30	The Pogues	O2 Academy Brixton	London	Buy The Pogues tickets from Seetickets