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Bono's Busking and Royal Duet Celebrate Christmas Day
The article features photos of Bono busking and a festive royal duet, capturing holiday moments on Christmas Day.
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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.
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.
"Hamilton's Future: Mercedes and Ferrari in Talks Over F1 Move"
Mercedes will discuss the future of Lewis Hamilton's F1 engineer, Bono, before his move to Ferrari in 2025. Top drivers often bring trusted staff with them when changing teams, and Hamilton's close relationship with Bono raises the question of whether he will join the move. The tight timing of the transition and potential reshuffling at Ferrari add complexity to the situation.
U2's Bono Honors Victims of Music Festival Attacks
During U2's Las Vegas residency, Bono dedicated their song 'Pride (In the Name of Love)' to the victims of the desert rave massacre in Israel, where 260 people lost their lives during a Hamas terror attack. Expressing his desire for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict, Bono offered condolences and prayers for the victims and their families.
U2's Bono honors victims of Israeli festival attack
U2 frontman Bono paid tribute to the hundreds of young Israelis who were killed, kidnapped, or missing after a desert rave in Israel was attacked by Hamas terrorists. During a show in Las Vegas, Bono dedicated the song "Pride" to the victims and changed the lyrics to reflect the tragedy. He expressed his prayers for peace and non-violence while directing his anger towards the attackers. The audience joined in singing, showing solidarity with the festival-goers. U2 last performed in Israel in 1997 and declined an invitation to play there again in 2007.
Matty Healy Addresses Noel Gallagher's Insults and Thanks Fellow Musicians for Support.
Matty Healy of The 1975 revealed during a performance in Dublin that Chris Martin and Bono have been sending him supportive messages and packages, following his recent breakup and beef with Noel Gallagher. Healy joked about Gallagher during the performance and expressed gratitude for the support from his famous friends. Healy has also been leaning on his "boys" during this time.
Billy Corgan's Emotional Reaction to Kurt Cobain's Death.
Billy Corgan of Smashing Pumpkins likened his relationship with Kurt Cobain to a competition, calling the Nirvana mastermind his "greatest opponent." Corgan also discussed the legacy of Smashing Pumpkins compared to other greats of the era, including Nirvana. He also shared a story about giving advice to Bono for U2's All That You Can't Leave Behind LP. Corgan will be touring North America this summer with the Smashing Pumpkins on "The World Is a Vampire Tour."
U2 Collaborates with Students for Tiny Desk Concert Performance
Students from the Duke Ellington School of the Arts concert choir joined U2's Bono and The Edge for a Tiny Desk performance, featuring four songs including a reworked version of "Walk On." The two vocalists, Kirsten Holmes and Jevon Skipper, who aspire to use their talents to dip into the worlds of gospel, opera and R&B music, agreed to the performance with a few other classmates and members of the choir. The performance was a preview of U2's new album, Songs Of Surrender.
U2's Bono and The Edge Perform Intimate Tiny Desk Concert.
Bono and The Edge of U2 performed a Tiny Desk Concert featuring reimagined songs from their catalog, including a deeply emotional version of "Stuck in a Moment You Can't Get Out Of" and a reworked version of "Walk On" dedicated to the people of Ukraine. They were joined by a teen choir from the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, D.C. for several songs. The duo brought kindness and good-natured humor to the performance, treating the office to four songs and poking fun at their own fame.
U2's 'Songs of Surrender' Revisited and Reviewed.
U2 releases "Songs of Surrender," an album of 40 reimagined songs, and a Disney+ documentary, "Bono & the Edge: A Sort of Homecoming, With Dave Letterman," reflecting on the band's past. The album features largely acoustic arrangements of U2's arena anthems, recasting them as private conversations. The documentary mixes biographical interviews and bits of Ireland's history, and stages two performances. While the album has a few clever second thoughts about U2's catalog, most of the remakes strip away too much, leaving the inescapable fact that these songs are being rethought and revived years later, not created anew.
The Power of Collaboration: U2's Songs of Surrender Reviewed and Ranked.
The Edge of U2 explains in an interview with Apple Music's Zane Lowe that he needs Bono to finish the songs they write together, as they complement each other and shine brighter working together. The interview precedes the release of U2's new album, Songs of Surrender, which features stripped-down and reconfigured versions of 40 of their biggest hits. The band will also launch the MSG Sphere in Las Vegas this fall, performing their celebrated 1991 album, Achtung Baby!
U2 Revisits and Reinvents Their Catalog in "Songs of Surrender"
U2's Bono and The Edge discuss their new album "Songs of Surrender," which features stripped-down versions of 40 of their previous songs, including revised lyrics. The album was inspired by Bono's recent memoir, "Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story." The band also discusses their upcoming Las Vegas residency and the possibility of two new albums in progress.