Hozier joins 36-track 20th Century Paddy on 13 November
Published on 10/17/2026 at 20:49 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Hozier will appear on 20th Century Paddy - The Songs of Shane MacGowan when the tribute album is released worldwide on 13 November 2026. The Rubyworks project brings together Hozier, Jessie Buckley and a wider Irish and international line-up for songs from Shane MacGowan’s catalogue.
Fairytale of New York pairs Hozier with Jessie Buckley
The published sequence lists Hozier and Jessie Buckley for Fairytale of New York. That duet places the act inside a 36-track collection built from Shane MacGowan’s catalogue, alongside Irish and international contributors.
An official tracklist gives the pairing and names the album as a tribute to MacGowan’s songs. Victoria Mary Clarke and Rubyworks are identified as partners behind the project.
Rubyworks sets four formats for the November release
The official announcement says the compilation will be released worldwide on 13 November 2026. The label named for the project is Rubyworks, and the release is presented as a multi-format collection.
The physical options are 3LP vinyl, 2CD and a Deluxe Bookpack, while digital is listed alongside them. The Bookpack includes three LPs, two CDs and a 60-page book with memorabilia and liner notes, as detailed in the official format details.
The tribute connects Hozier to MacGowan’s songbook
The Irish broadcaster lists Hozier and Jessie Buckley among the confirmed contributors, with their contribution identified as Fairytale of New York. The album brings together artists from Ireland and elsewhere to reinterpret songs from MacGowan’s catalogue.
The tracklist places Hozier beside artists including Bruce Springsteen, U2, Tom Waits and The Libertines. Hozier’s named contribution is a duet rather than a solo track, giving the release a clear connection to the wider Irish songwriting community. The confirmed contributors include the same Hozier and Jessie Buckley pairing.
Hozier: what fans in Germany need to know
- Release date: 20th Century Paddy - The Songs of Shane MacGowan will arrive worldwide on 13 November 2026.
- Hozier’s listed contribution is Fairytale of New York, performed with Jessie Buckley.
- Formats: 3LP vinyl, 2CD, Deluxe Bookpack and digital, via Rubyworks.
- Deluxe Bookpack: three LPs, two CDs and a 60-page book with memorabilia and liner notes.
Hozier on social media and streaming platforms
These links open a search for Hozier on each platform.
Hozier: frequently asked questions
When is 20th Century Paddy released?
The tribute album will be released worldwide on 13 November 2026.
Which Hozier song appears on 20th Century Paddy?
Hozier and Jessie Buckley will perform Fairytale of New York on the album.
Which formats will carry the Hozier contribution?
The release will arrive as 3LP vinyl, 2CD, Deluxe Bookpack and digital formats on 13 November 2026.
