03/28/23 • 67 min
U2’s The Edge is one of only a handful of guitarists who's as recognizable as his band’s wildly successful frontman. U2 has been playing together since 1976, when they were all teenagers in Dublin. Nearing their 50-year anniversary as a band, U2 just released their latest album, Songs of Surrender—a 40-track collection of reimagined and stripped down songs that span the entirety of their catalog.
On today’s episode Rick Rubin talks to The Edge about his theory behind the band’s longevity. The Edge also shares stories about writing U2 classics like “New Year’s Day” and “Where The Streets Have No Name.” And he explains why Bono singing at the top of his range can be a bit much.
You can hear a playlist of some of our favorite U2 songs HERE.
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03/28/23 • 67 min
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Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond - The Edge
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What is the latest album released by U2?
The latest album released by U2 is called "Songs of Surrender."
What is the concept behind U2's new album?
U2's new album "Songs of Surrender" brings intimacy and simplicity to their performances by reimagining and stripping down their songs.
How did the pandemic lockdown influence U2's experimentation with their songs?
The pandemic lockdown provided U2 with the perfect opportunity to experiment with rearranging their songs.
Who is The Edge from U2 influenced by musically?
The Edge from U2 was influenced by punk rock and grew up with limited access to records.
How has The Edge's relationship with music changed over the years?
The Edge's relationship with music has changed over the years, becoming more open to different styles and appreciating timeless songs.
How does U2 work on their music now compared to earlier in their career?
U2 now works individually on their ideas and then bring them to the band, whereas earlier in their career they would play off each other in the rehearsal room.
What was the inspiration behind U2's song "Walk On"?
The song "Walk On" by U2 was inspired by the leader of the Democratic movement in Myanmar.
What events inspired U2 to write new lyrics for "Walk On"?
U2 wrote new lyrics for "Walk On" based on the Russian invasion of Ukraine and President Zelenski, who was a stand-up comedian turned politician.
What is the spiritual dimension in creativity according to The Edge?
The Edge believes that insights as creators are often outside of explanation or logic, and accessing the collective consciousness plays a role in creativity.
How do science and faith coexist according to The Edge?
The Edge believes that science and faith can coexist but emphasizes the importance of separating inspiration, which can be spiritual, from scientific proof.
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