Bono says maintaining U2 band dynamic has ‘got harder’ because of ‘male ego’ Irish rock group also addressed the band’s future The Independent UK · Nov 6
Bono says he is ‘not up to’ working with Trump on humanitarian causes despite invitation U2 rocker has previously campaigned at the White House over issues including global poverty and HIV/Aids The Independent UK · Nov 6
U2 insist they're not saying goodbye despite album ‘grudge match’ U2 have dismissed any suggestion that their new album signals the end of the band, with Bono insisting there are no retirement plans despite admitting making records remains a tough "grudge match". BANG Premier · Nov 6
U2 announce spectacular 2027 world tour The Irish rock legends have unveiled six stadium concerts across Latin America ahead of further dates in Europe and North America, alongside a 12-track album featuring collaborations with Rosalía and Dolly Parton. BANG Premier · Oct 15
Bono Says Ed Sheeran Didn't Want to Get Into Politics on U2 Song: 'I Just Want To Keep My Thing Free' Bono says Ed Sheeran initially resisted political involvement in U2's Ukraine-inspired song, while defending artists' right to decide how publicly they engage with political issues. International Business Times UK · Oct 2
Ed Sheeran didn’t want to ‘get into politics’ on U2 collab track before Macklemore controversy Sheeran and U2 released ‘Yours Eternally’ earlier this year, which is written from the perspective of a Ukrainian soldier during the ongoing war with Russia The Independent UK · Oct 1
"Great to see Larry behind the kit": U2 release single 'Street of Dreams' ahead of first new album in nine years The track was accompanied by a rousing video shot in Mexico City MusicRadar · Jul 9
Bono lambasts ICE, Putin, Netanyahu and more as U2 release first collection of new songs since 2017 New EP Days of Ash features songs about Renee Good, Iranian protesters and other political topics, and precedes new ‘defiantly joyful’ album later in 2026 The Guardian - UK · Feb 18
Ed Sheeran and Ukrainian soldier feature on politically driven new U2 record Days Of Ash is the group’s first release in almost three years. Evening Standard · Feb 18
Madonna urges Pope Leo XIV to visit Gaza 'before it's too late' The singer wrote that the pontiff was “the only one of us who cannot be denied entry” into Gaza, adding that “there is no more time.” Euronews · Aug 12, 2025
'Depravity and lawlessness’: U2 speak out on Israel’s actions in Gaza Bono and his bandmates have released personal statements condemning Hamas' "diabolical" actions and how Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli government deserve "our categorical and unequivocal condemnation." Euronews · Aug 11, 2025
U2 guitarist The Edge becomes Irish citizen in ‘long-overdue move’ Musician said the step was ‘long overdue’ The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2025
Bono: U2 is a democracy U2 frontman Bono has revealed that the band work as a "democracy", although The Edge's creative ideas are most likely to be taken on board. BANG Premier · Jun 1, 2025
“I'm sure you all agree, I'm hardly Bob Dylan”: Charli xcx scoops the Songwriter of the Year award at this year’s Ivor Novellos Other winners at last night's event included U2, Robbie Williams, Brandon Flowers, Berwyn and Self Esteem MusicRadar · May 23, 2025
MusicRadar · Jan 1, 2025 “New Year’s Day set the template for a more direct sonic vision for U2 - and marked the point at which they shifted their gaze towards political issues around the globe”: The making of an ’80s rock classic It was a defining moment for Bono and the boys
MusicRadar · Dec 16, 2024 “I had to find ways of doing this - and counting bars is like climbing Everest”: Larry Mullen Jr talks about his long battle with dyscalculia Drummer has often had ‘pained’ expression on his face as a result
The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2024 U2’s Larry Mullen reveals dyscalculia diagnosis: ‘I can’t count, I can’t add’ ‘Counting bars is like climbing Everest,’ said drummer
BANG Premier · Dec 13, 2024 U2's Larry Mullen Jr diagnosed with learning disability U2 drummer Larry Mullen Jr has revealed he's been diagnosed with learning disability dyscalculia which makes maths very difficult and has affected his ability to stay in time when performing.
Evening Standard · Dec 12, 2024 U2’s Larry Mullen Jr on his dyscalculia: Counting bars is like climbing Everest The Irish musician revealed that he cannot count or add because of the learning difficulty.
Louder · Dec 2, 2024 “A phrase that works on every occasion is an invaluable exit strategy”: Bono on the priceless advice he was given by a hard rock, harder-drinking legend U2’s frontman on being enlightened by a true rock’n’roll sage
BANG Premier · Nov 22, 2024 Larry Mullen Jr 'back on his stool' after neck surgery Adam Clayton has revealed his U2 bandmate Larry Mullen Jr. is "back on his stool" after undergoing neck surgery.
MusicRadar · Aug 22, 2024 “After all these years, I get to see a U2 show”: The Edge in the director’s chair for new U2 concert film The Edge directs new U2 concert film
Top News · Mar 3, 2024 U2 Drummer Larry Mullen Jr. Attends Vegas Show After Recovery U2's emotional reunion at the Sphere in Las Vegas highlighted their legacy and resilience, with drummer Larry Mullen Jr. making a special appearance after ...
MusicRadar · Nov 15, 2023 "Where menace meets magic": 6 legendary albums recorded at the iconic Hansa Tonstudio in Berlin Bowie, Iggy, Bono, Stipe, Depeche and Sylvian all recorded their master works there. Thankfully not all together.
The Independent UK · Sep 30, 2023 U2 concert uses stunning visuals to open massive Sphere venue in Las Vegas Two helicopters zoomed through the starlit skies before producing spotlights over a Las Vegas desert and U2 frontman Bono, who kneeled to ground while singing “Vertigo.”