Bono has expressed his excitement for the future of U2, revealing the band has created 25 “fantastic” tracks for their upcoming album.
In a recent interview with Zane Lowe for Apple Music, Bono shared insights about his new documentary Bono: Stories of Surrender and the band’s readiness for what lies ahead. He mentioned that U2 has been actively working on new music, following years of speculation about potential material. Just last month on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Bono emphasized that the songwriting process involved confronting their past to create “the sound of the future.”
While attending the Cannes Film Festival, Bono confirmed that the band has been in the studio, stating, “It sounds like the future to me.” He added that they have navigated through various challenges and have emerged on the other side.
Discussing the new album’s production, Bono mentioned that The Edge has been tirelessly crafting songs, with 25 of them categorized as “great.” The band is now in the process of selecting the best tracks for the final album. “I’ve been in the studio, and I’ve heard these men,” he remarked. “They’re incredible musicians… Larry’s been working late. Edge says he has 300 songs, but I pointed out that not all of them are actual songs. Still, he insists there are 25 great ones. I prefer shorter albums, so we’ll aim to narrow it down to 15.”
In addition to the music, Bono touched on Larry Mullen Jr.’s medical absence and his connections within the music industry. He expressed his admiration for Noel Gallagher, saying he was “shocked” by the impressive sound of Oasis as they prepare for their comeback tour.
Recently, Bono used his acceptance speech at the Ivor Novello Awards to advocate for peace amid the ongoing Gaza-Israel conflict, urging both sides to seek reconciliation and protect aid workers.
Amidst his artistic ventures, Bono has also voiced concerns about issues of international aid, particularly criticizing cuts made by the U.S. government during an appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast. He highlighted the alarming situation regarding aid distribution and its consequences.
Looking ahead, Bono’s energy and commitment to both music and humanitarian causes continue to resonate as U2 embarks on this new chapter.
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