U2: Songs + Experience

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The ultimate celebration of U2 for the band’s fans—with two great books in one! Cowritten by Brian Boyd, a leading music journalist and close associate of U2, and Niall Stokes, editor of Ireland's legendary Hot Press magazine, U2 Songs + Experience recounts the band's incredible career and analyzes the songs from all their studio albums. Along with a discussion of the influences, inspiration, and origins of U2’s immensely popular music, this volume covers the group’s rise from its roots in post-punk and its socially and politically conscious music. Iconic and rare photographs showcase posters, backstage passes, classic flyers, and other rock memorabilia. Material compiled from U2 Experience and U2: The Stories Behind the Songs. Review: A great addition to the collection.... - For fans of U2 that enjoy having all of the memorabilia, this would be a great purchase. I enjoyed the photographs, the recaps of each song's background, as well as the interviews. I haven't verified (yet) but I THINK that the author has a similar U2 book that reviews some of the albums/songs in a similar format; however, it isn't a critical issue as I just enjoy having U2 "stuff"!! Review: Love this book - Nice quality and very informative and nicely done. Love the photos.