U2 (Musical group)
Overview
| Works: | 1,330 works in 3,705 publications in 9 languages and 55,141 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Rock music Drama Historical films Alternative rock music History Biographical films Biography Crime films Gangster films Melodramas (Motion pictures) |
| Roles: | Performer, Instrumentalist, Musician, Composer, Originator, Producer, Interviewee, Bibliographic antecedent, Other, Dedicatee, Singer, Author, Lyricist |
| Classifications: | M1630.18.U89, 782.42166 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
U2 (Musical group)
- U2 by U2 by U2 (Musical group)( Book )
- Unforgettable fire : the story of U2 by Eamon Dunphy( Book )
- U2 : the definitive biography by John Jobling( Book )
- U2 at the end of the world by Bill Flanagan( Book )
- Bono by David Kootnikoff( Book )
- One step closer : why U2 matters to those seeking God by Christian Scharen( Book )
- U2 : into the heart : [the stories behind every song] by Niall Stokes( Book )
- We get to carry each other : the Gospel according to U2 by Greg Garrett( Book )
- Exploring U2 : is this rock 'n' roll? : essays on the music, work, and influence of U2( Book )
- Walk on : the spiritual journey of U2 by Steve Stockman( Book )
- U2 and philosophy : how to decipher an atomic band( Book )
- Killing Bono by Nick Hamm( Visual )
- Rattle and hum by U2 (Musical group)( Visual )
- Bono : God's Favorite Son( Visual )
- U2 : Let Them Be-The Second Chapter( Visual )
- Killing Bono by Neil McCormick( Book )
- The world and U2 : one band's remaking of global activism by Alan L McPherson( Book )
- U2 : rock 'n' roll to change the world by Timothy D Neufeld( Book )
- U2 : a musical biography by David Kootnikoff( Book )
- Rattle and hum by U2 (Musical group)( Recording )
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Most widely held works by
U2 (Musical group)
Gangs of New York by
Martin Scorsese(
Visual
)
7 editions published between 2003 and 2014 in English and French and held by 2,094 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Set in New York City just prior to the Civil War, a man seeks to avenge the death of his father and gets caught in the middle of the powerful and corrupt political machines of Manhattan
7 editions published between 2003 and 2014 in English and French and held by 2,094 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Set in New York City just prior to the Civil War, a man seeks to avenge the death of his father and gets caught in the middle of the powerful and corrupt political machines of Manhattan
The Joshua tree by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
103 editions published between 1987 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 2,028 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Both a critical and commercial landmark for U2. The album sees the band adding more American influences, including country and blues, to the mix. This Grammy-winning album includes the hit Where the Streets Have No Name
103 editions published between 1987 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 2,028 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Both a critical and commercial landmark for U2. The album sees the band adding more American influences, including country and blues, to the mix. This Grammy-winning album includes the hit Where the Streets Have No Name
Mandela : long walk to freedom by
Justin Chadwick(
Visual
)
4 editions published between 2013 and 2014 in English and held by 1,612 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Based on South African President Nelson Mandela's autobiography of the same name, it chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming President and working to rebuild the country's once segregated society
4 editions published between 2013 and 2014 in English and held by 1,612 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Based on South African President Nelson Mandela's autobiography of the same name, it chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming President and working to rebuild the country's once segregated society
Achtung baby by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
76 editions published between 1991 and 2011 in 4 languages and held by 1,300 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
76 editions published between 1991 and 2011 in 4 languages and held by 1,300 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
How to dismantle an atomic bomb by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
66 editions published between 2004 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 1,123 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Making another run for Number One, the political Irish rockers follow up 2000's Grammy-winning ALL THAT YOU CAN'T LEAVE BEHIND with a return to raw, expansive guitar-work and soaring choruses. "Vertigo" is the lead single
66 editions published between 2004 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 1,123 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Making another run for Number One, the political Irish rockers follow up 2000's Grammy-winning ALL THAT YOU CAN'T LEAVE BEHIND with a return to raw, expansive guitar-work and soaring choruses. "Vertigo" is the lead single
All that you can't leave behind by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
34 editions published in 2000 in 4 languages and held by 1,045 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
34 editions published in 2000 in 4 languages and held by 1,045 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
No line on the hor i zon by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
41 editions published in 2009 in 3 languages and held by 1,031 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
U2 returns with the highly anticipated follow-up to the 2004 release How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb. The band's 14th album includes the single Get on Your Boots
41 editions published in 2009 in 3 languages and held by 1,031 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
U2 returns with the highly anticipated follow-up to the 2004 release How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb. The band's 14th album includes the single Get on Your Boots
Rattle and hum by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
57 editions published between 1988 and 2005 in 5 languages and held by 851 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Musikdvd-video om den irske gruppe U2's turné i USA i 1987
57 editions published between 1988 and 2005 in 5 languages and held by 851 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Musikdvd-video om den irske gruppe U2's turné i USA i 1987
The best of 1980-1990 by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
49 editions published between 1998 and 2009 in 5 languages and held by 758 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This album spans the decade and reaches back to 1980's I Will Follow, and follows the group's path throughout the decade to their most dazzling 1988's magnified Rattle and Hum
49 editions published between 1998 and 2009 in 5 languages and held by 758 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This album spans the decade and reaches back to 1980's I Will Follow, and follows the group's path throughout the decade to their most dazzling 1988's magnified Rattle and Hum
War by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
77 editions published between 1983 and 2017 in 4 languages and held by 752 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
77 editions published between 1983 and 2017 in 4 languages and held by 752 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The breakthrough by
Mary J Blige(
Recording
)
8 editions published between 2005 and 2006 in English and held by 718 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
On this new studio album, perennial chart-topper Blige infuses her contemporary R & B with surpassing soul and urban grit. Highlights include "Be Without You," "MJB Da MVP," "Can't Hide from Love," and a duet with Bono on U2's "One."
8 editions published between 2005 and 2006 in English and held by 718 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
On this new studio album, perennial chart-topper Blige infuses her contemporary R & B with surpassing soul and urban grit. Highlights include "Be Without You," "MJB Da MVP," "Can't Hide from Love," and a duet with Bono on U2's "One."
The unforgettable fire by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
67 editions published between 1984 and 2010 in 4 languages and held by 684 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
U2 tackles subjects like religion, war, and race with great emotion and plenty of musical power with their landmark 1984 release, which includes the worldwide hit Pride (In the Name of Love)
67 editions published between 1984 and 2010 in 4 languages and held by 684 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
U2 tackles subjects like religion, war, and race with great emotion and plenty of musical power with their landmark 1984 release, which includes the worldwide hit Pride (In the Name of Love)
18 singles by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
32 editions published between 2006 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 657 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"**** Out of five."--Rolling Stone
32 editions published between 2006 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 657 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"**** Out of five."--Rolling Stone
The best of 1990-2000 by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
39 editions published between 2000 and 2002 in 4 languages and held by 626 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Creating an unforgettable lasting work of music, U2, on this album combines two new songs, plus a remixed look at the band's third decade
39 editions published between 2000 and 2002 in 4 languages and held by 626 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Creating an unforgettable lasting work of music, U2, on this album combines two new songs, plus a remixed look at the band's third decade
Zooropa by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
36 editions published between 1993 and 1995 in 4 languages and held by 612 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
U2 continues to experiment with the dance and electronica of Achtung Baby with their follow-up, Zooropa. Some of the songs featured on the album include Lemon; Numb; and Stay (Faraway, So Close)
36 editions published between 1993 and 1995 in 4 languages and held by 612 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
U2 continues to experiment with the dance and electronica of Achtung Baby with their follow-up, Zooropa. Some of the songs featured on the album include Lemon; Numb; and Stay (Faraway, So Close)
2010 Grammy nominees(
Recording
)
2 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 612 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The 2010 nominees for music's highest honor are featured in a collection that includes the best of the best from the past year. Includes music from U2, Lady Gaga, Green Day, The Black Eyed Peas and more
2 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 612 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The 2010 nominees for music's highest honor are featured in a collection that includes the best of the best from the past year. Includes music from U2, Lady Gaga, Green Day, The Black Eyed Peas and more
Pop by
U2 (Musical group)(
Recording
)
30 editions published between 1997 and 1999 in 5 languages and held by 601 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
30 editions published between 1997 and 1999 in 5 languages and held by 601 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The essential Johnny Cash by
Johnny Cash(
Recording
)
2 editions published between 2002 and 2008 in English and held by 591 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Essential Johnny Cash was issued to commemorate Cash's 70th birthday. All of his very biggest hits are here in this 2-disc, 36 track collection
2 editions published between 2002 and 2008 in English and held by 591 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Essential Johnny Cash was issued to commemorate Cash's 70th birthday. All of his very biggest hits are here in this 2-disc, 36 track collection
I'm your man by
Leonard Cohen(
Visual
)
15 editions published between 2005 and 2014 in English and held by 583 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The life and work of Leonard Cohen is celebrated in Leonard Cohen: I'm Your Man. The documentary also includes performances and interviews by artists that Cohen has inspired, including U2, Beth Orton, Jarvis Cocker, Rufus Wainwright, and more
15 editions published between 2005 and 2014 in English and held by 583 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The life and work of Leonard Cohen is celebrated in Leonard Cohen: I'm Your Man. The documentary also includes performances and interviews by artists that Cohen has inspired, including U2, Beth Orton, Jarvis Cocker, Rufus Wainwright, and more
Music from the motion picture City of angels(
Recording
)
1 edition published in 1998 and held by 565 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
1 edition published in 1998 and held by 565 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Related Identities
- Bono 1960- Other Performer Lyricist Author Creator Instrumentalist Composer
- Edge (Musician) 1961- Other Interviewee Performer Lyricist Instrumentalist Composer
- Mullen, Larry Performer Instrumentalist Composer
- Weinstein, Harvey 1952- Producer
- Clayton, Adam Interviewee Performer Instrumentalist Composer
- Cocks, Jay Author of screenplay
- Ferretti, Dante 1943-
- Broadbent, Jim Actor
- Thomas, Henry 1971-
- Powell, Sandy Costume designer
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Alternative rock music Anti-apartheid activists Anti-apartheid movements Bono, Cohen, Leonard, Composers Country music Crime Criminal behavior Edge--(Musician), Electronic music Gangs Immigrants Immigrants--Economic conditions Ireland Ireland--Dublin Irish Irish drama Lyricists Mandela, Nelson, McCormick, Neil, Motion picture music--Excerpts Music Musicians Music--Performance Music--Philosophy and aesthetics Music videos New York (State) New York (State)--New York New York (State)--New York--Five Points Political participation Political prisoners Politics and government Popular culture Popular music Presidents Religion Revenge Rhythm and blues music Rock groups Rock music Rock musicians Rock music--Religious aspects--Christianity Rock music--Social aspects Singers South Africa Synthpop (Music) U2 (Musical group) United States Violence
Alternative Names
U 2
U 2 LTD
U Two
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U2 banda de rock alternativo irlandesa
U2 groupe irlandais de rock
U2 grup de rock irlandés
U2 gruppo alternative rock/post-punk irlandese
U2 Ierse rockband
U2 ír rockegyüttes
U2 irische Rockgruppe
U2 Irish alternative rock band
U2 irlanda rok-grupo
U2 irlandzki zespół muzyczny
U2 irlantilainen rock-yhtye
U2 irsk band
U2 Irská rocková skupina
U2 (Musical group)
U2 trupă de rock alternativ irlandeză
U2 рок-группа из Дублина, Ирландия
U2 ірландський рок-гурт
U2 アイルランドのロックバンド
U2樂團
U2樂團 爱尔兰四人制摇滚乐乐团
You Two.
Yutsu
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يو تو
یوتو
यु२ आयरिस वैकल्पिक रक ब्यान्ड
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யு2
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ยูทู
ユーツー
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English
(716)
German (31)
French (6)
Dutch (6)
Multiple languages (3)
Spanish (2)
Chinese (1)
Italian (1)
Czech (1)
German (31)
French (6)
Dutch (6)
Multiple languages (3)
Spanish (2)
Chinese (1)
Italian (1)
Czech (1)
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