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U2’s The Edge explains why ‘sound’ is so important

There is nothing more important than “sound” to U2 guitarist The Edge. He recently appeared on the Sodajerker podcast and discussed why the sonic elements of a song are so crucial. While his bandmates ...
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Master the Edge’s Stylistic Moves From U2’s Landmark 1983 Album, ‘War’

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - 1984: Guitarist The Edge with the band 'U2' performing live on stage at the Sydney Entertainment Centre during ...
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The U2 Song That Benefited From Edge’s ‘F This’ Approach

As U2’s lead guitarist, the Edge has contributed to many of rock’s most timeless tracks. Part of his success can be attributed to a willingness to push the boundaries of his instruments’ sound. During ...

The 1984 U2 song The Edge said they couldn’t match: “Never as good”

U2 have been known for going outside the norm when it comes to rock songs, but The Edge said the magic of this take could ...
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U2’s the Edge Takes Some Blame for Bono’s Vocal Embarrassment

U2 guitarist the Edge accepted some of the blame for Bono feeling embarrassed when he has to hear the band’s early songs. Last year the singer said he “turned scarlet” if any of those tracks reached ...
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U2’s The Edge on The Sphere’s Opening Night: ‘This Is Definitely Working’

On September 29, the iconic Irish rock band U2 played the first concert in the Sphere, Las Vegas’ other-worldly $2.3 billion immersive concert hall. Years in the making, the performance ushered in a ...