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U2 Leadoff Singles, Ranked: The Fly Tops, Boots Trails
music6 days ago

U2 Leadoff Singles, Ranked: The Fly Tops, Boots Trails

Rolling Stone ranks U2's leadoff singles from their albums, arguing the opener often sets the tone more than the album itself; from 'The Fly' (1991) at No. 1 to 'Get On Your Boots' (2009) at No. 15, the piece spotlights standout tracks like 'Desire,' 'Vertigo,' 'New Year’s Day,' 'Pride (In the Name of Love),' and 'With or Without You,' notes misfires such as 'Discothèque' and 'A Day Without Me,' and also mentions a forthcoming album’s leadoff single, 'Street of Dreams'.

via rollingstone.com|
#lead-singles#music#ranking
U2 Drops Joyous Lead Single Street of Dreams Ahead of New Studio LP
music6 days ago

U2 Drops Joyous Lead Single Street of Dreams Ahead of New Studio LP

U2 released Street of Dreams, the joyous lead single from an upcoming studio album (title TBD) produced by Jacknife Lee. The upbeat track follows a year that saw the release of two six-song EPs, Days of Ash and Easter Lily, and Bono has teased a noisy, unreasonably colorful LP for live shows. The video was shot in Mexico City during a rainstorm near a Street Child World Cup event; Larry Mullen Jr. rejoined the sessions after neck surgery for the project, which will mark the band’s 50th anniversary later this year, though no album title or tour plans have been announced.

via rollingstone.com|
#50th-anniversary#music#new-single
Star-Studded Lineup to Kick Off Obama Presidential Center Opening
culture28 days ago

Star-Studded Lineup to Kick Off Obama Presidential Center Opening

Bruce Springsteen, U2’s Bono and The Edge, and Stevie Wonder headline the Obama Presidential Center’s grand opening in Chicago on June 18, with a worldwide livestream at 11 a.m. CT; the event also features Michelle Obama and other stars, highlighting the values of the Obama presidency as the center opens to the public June 19, with the livestream available on the center’s site.

via Rolling Stone|
#bruce-springsteen#culture#obama-presidential-center
U2 Drops Six-Track EP Days of Ash Addressing Global Conflicts
music4 months ago

U2 Drops Six-Track EP Days of Ash Addressing Global Conflicts

U2 returns from hiatus with a surprise six-song EP, Days of Ash, addressing political flashpoints from ICE raids to Israel–Palestine tensions, Ukraine, and Iran. The collection features Ed Sheeran on Yours Eternally, lyric videos for each track, and was produced with Jacknife Lee, with Bono and Larry Mullen Jr. framing the songs as defiant and urgent ahead of a forthcoming album.

via Rolling Stone|
#days-of-ash#ed-sheeran#israel-palestine-conflict
U2 Unveils Days of Ash EP Featuring Renee Good Tribute 'American Obituary'
entertainment4 months ago

U2 Unveils Days of Ash EP Featuring Renee Good Tribute 'American Obituary'

U2 released a six-track EP, Days of Ash, led by the four-minute protest song American Obituary honoring Renee Good, a Minneapolis protester killed in January; the collection includes a poem set to music and other tracks addressing Gaza, Iran, and Ukraine, with Ed Sheeran guesting on Yours Eternally and a documentary accompanying the release as the band works toward a fuller, more joyful future album.

via NBC News|
#american-obituary#ash-wednesday#days-of-ash
U2’s Defiantly Joyful Return: Mullen Resumes Drums as New Album Takes Shape
music4 months ago

U2’s Defiantly Joyful Return: Mullen Resumes Drums as New Album Takes Shape

U2 is recording a follow-up to Songs of Experience with Larry Mullen Jr. back on drums after neck surgery, following Bram van den Berg’s stint during the Sphere residency. The band released the Days of Ash EP and Bono says roughly 25 songs are in contention for future projects, with a mood described as “defiantly joyful” and celebratory rather than mournful; there is no timeline yet, but the album isn’t far behind, and Mullen says he’s rebuilt and playing with renewed energy.

via Rolling Stone|
#bono#days-of-ash-ep#larry-mullen-jr
U2 Burns Bright with Six-Track Protest EP Days of Ash, Teasing a New Album
entertainment4 months ago

U2 Burns Bright with Six-Track Protest EP Days of Ash, Teasing a New Album

U2 releases Days of Ash, their first new music since 2017, a six-track EP centered on global rights struggles—from Renee Good’s death at ICE to Iran’s protests and a Palestinian activist death—featuring Ed Sheeran and Taras Topolia on the closing track. Bono uses the songs to critique political rhetoric and advocate for democracy, while a Kyiv-related documentary accompanies the release. The band also confirms a separate full album later this year, and drummer Larry Mullen Jr. briefly returns from neck surgery.

via The Guardian|
#bono#days-of-ash#entertainment
world11 months ago

U2 Members Condemn Gaza Conflict and Call for Humanity

Members of U2 have issued individual statements condemning the violence and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, criticizing both Hamas and the Israeli government, especially Prime Minister Netanyahu, and calling for peace, justice, and increased humanitarian aid. Bono emphasized the moral failure and the need for a negotiated, humane solution, while other band members questioned Israel's military actions and the impact on civilians, advocating for a two-state solution and international intervention.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#bono#gaza#israel
world11 months ago

U2 Condemns Israeli Military Action and Voices Support for Gaza

Members of U2 have issued individual statements condemning the violence and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, criticizing both Hamas and the Israeli government, especially Prime Minister Netanyahu, and calling for peace, justice, and increased humanitarian aid. Bono emphasized the moral failure of both sides, while The Edge questioned Israel's actions and future, Clayton highlighted the devastation, and Mullen condemned the famine and violence, urging global awareness and action.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#bono#gaza#israel
U2 Members Condemn Gaza Violence and Call for Action
world11 months ago

U2 Members Condemn Gaza Violence and Call for Action

U2 members release a statement condemning the violence and atrocities committed during the Israel-Gaza conflict, criticizing both Hamas and the Israeli government, especially Benjamin Netanyahu, for their roles in the ongoing crisis. They express solidarity with the Palestinian people and call for a ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and rational negotiations, emphasizing the importance of listening to diverse voices and supporting peace efforts.

via Pitchfork|
#gaza#hamas#israel
U2's Larry Mullen Jr. Opens Up About Dyscalculia and Its Impact on Drumming
entertainment1 year ago

U2's Larry Mullen Jr. Opens Up About Dyscalculia and Its Impact on Drumming

U2 drummer Larry Mullen Jr. has been diagnosed with dyscalculia, a condition affecting his ability to understand numbers, which explains his difficulty in counting music bars during performances. Despite this challenge, Mullen is back in the studio with U2, working on new material and recovering from recent surgery for drumming-related injuries. The band plans to tour in 2026 with a potentially new sound.

via NME|
#dyscalculia#entertainment#health