Produced by Joe Strummer and released on 6th November 1990, Hells Ditch is the fifth studio album by Irish folk punk band The Pogues. It marked a move away from the bands traditional Irish sound and into new ideas of Rock and Folk.

Despite ongoing struggles, MacGowan can be seen at his lyrical best, showcasing his love for Asian and Latin themes on tracks such as Summer in Siam and Lorca’s Novena. With tensions in the band beginning to mount, The Pogues still managed to bring together new sounds and ideas with renewed vigour, creating a diverse album with almost every song a step into new musical territory. Hells Ditch producer Strummer later went on to fill in for MacGowan briefly on tour, before Spider Stacy took over the role in 1991.

This exclusive Limited Edition orange vinyl celebrates the albums 30th anniversary since its original release date.

Release date: 6th November, 2020

Track List
LP1
Side One:
1. The Sunnyside Of The Street
2. Sayonara
3. The Ghost Of A Smile
4. Hell’s Ditch
5. Lorca’s Novena
6. Summer In Siam

Side Two:
1. Rain Street
2. Rainbow Man
3. The Wake Of The Medusa
4. House Of The Gods
5. 5 Green Queens And Jean
6. Maidrn Rua
7. Six To Go