U2

     Dia duit to everyone!

     Today I'm writing about one of the most famous alternative rock band all over the world, and it is an Irish one: U2. I'm sure that you have heard at least one of their songs or maybe you will recognize them because of how do they look like since they are also a really mediatic band:

(From left to right: Larry Mullen Jr., Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton)    

     But actually, they are not just marketing because what made them famous is their live performers. The group consists of Bono (vocals and guitar), The Edge (guitar, keyboard and vocals), Larry Mullen (drums and percussion) and Adam Clayton (bass guitar). It was formed in 1976 and since a few years after their begining from now, they have been on the edge of the wave. They went through different styles (punk, rock, dance, industrial, pop, etc.) but always maintaining their essence.

     They have released 12 album studios, they have sold more than 150 millions records worldwide. They have also won 22 Grammy Awards (more than any other band). But the most important thing about them is what do they express with their music.

     They are known for having written about politics, human rights and they are involved in philantropic causes. Besides their Christian and spiritual imagery, social issues and critics to consumerism stand out among other themes.

     As for the influences, they cite The Who, The Beatles, Elvis Presley or Van Morrison. And they have work with many other groups and singers like Green Day, Leonard Cohen, Bruce Springsteen, Luciano Pavarotti, Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello, or R.E.M.

     Their most recognizable song from my point of view is: With or without you, here you can see this live performance. I had already posted before another song from them Pride (in the Name of Love) and finally Bloody Sunday another of their numerous masterpieces.

 

Sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U2
http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/U2

     I hope you enjoyed the post and as Christmas time is to come I wish you all happy holidays and Merry Christmas, or as we would say in Irish: Nollaig Shona!