The Pogues were the first band to combine traditional Irish music with the aggression of punk. Their riotous yet melody-rich tunes and story-driven anthems have had a huge impact on like-minded followers such as Dropkick Murphys, Flogging Molly and The Saw Doctors. They've even swayed the slamming indie rock of The Libertines and the gentler, literate songs of The Decemberists.