U2
U2 is an iconic Irish rock band formed in Dublin in 1976, consisting of Bono (lead vocals and rhythm guitar), The Edge (lead guitar, backing vocals), Adam Clayton (bass guitar), and Larry Mullen Jr. (drums). Known for their distinctive sound that blends rock with various other genres including post-punk and alternative rock, U2 achieved global fame with their 1980s albums, such as The Joshua Tree and Rattle and Hum. The band’s music often features socially and politically conscious lyrics, and they have been recognized for their innovative use of technology and multimedia in their performances. U2 has received numerous awards, including Grammy Awards and a Golden Globe, and remains one of the world’s best-selling music artists. Their influence extends beyond music into humanitarian and social causes, notably through Bono’s activism with organizations such as Amnesty International and (RED).
