tribute album

noun

: a recording of a set of songs that another musician or musical group is known for performing

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However, he was just recently confirmed for the Shane MacGowan tribute album; that song will be Waits’ first new studio recording in eight years. Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 19 Mar. 2026 Announced today, March 12, a tribute album, entitled 20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan, celebrating the impressive legacy of the late singer, songwriter and frontman of The Pogues. Lars Brandle, Billboard, 12 Mar. 2026 Check out Joe's music and the tribute album at jbonamassa.com. Erica Olsen, CBS News, 1 Feb. 2026 Adding to the tribute album's extended roster of talent are the Rolling Stones, CJ Chenier (Clifton's son), David Hidalgo (Los Lobos), Taj Mahal, Augie Meyers (Texas Tornados) and more. Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 7 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tribute album

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