U2
rock group Grammy Award-winning Irish rock group known for its political songs, anthemic guitars, and big, high-tech concerts. The group's political themes are often a lightning rod of controversy, usually directed at lead singer Bono . Formed in 1977, U2's recordings include Boy (1980), Joshua Tree (1987), Achtung Baby (1991), and Zooropa (1993). Band members include:
Bono
(Paul Hewson) singer Born: 5/10/1960 Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland The Edge
(David Evans) guitarist Born: 8/8/1961 Birthplace: Barking, England Adam Clayton
bassist Born: 3/13/1960 Birthplace: Oxford, England Larry Mullen, Jr.
drummer Born: 10/31/1961 Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland Discography Boy , 1980 October , 1981 War , 1983 Under a Blood Red Sky , 1983 The Unforgettable Fire , 1984 Wide Awake in America , 1985 The Joshua Tree , 1987 Rattle & Hum , 1988 Achtung Baby , 1991 Zooropa , 1993 Pop , 1997 All That You Can't Leave Behind , 2000 Information Please® Database, © 2007 Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.
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