Artist profile · 05/07/2026
U2
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About
U2, From Dublin's streets to global stages, crafting rock anthems since 1976.
U2 originated in Dublin in 1976, composed of Bono (vocals), The Edge (guitar), Adam Clayton (bass), and Larry Mullen Jr. (drums). They navigate genres such as Rock, New Wave, and Brit Pop, with a catalog exceeding 30 vinyl titles on offer, spanning studio albums, live recordings, and compilations. Their reach extends internationally, with notable releases like The Joshua Tree (1987) and Achtung Baby (1991) available in multiple vinyl pressings.
Over the decades, U2’s vinyl releases reflect their evolving sound and political engagement, often showing variants in pressing details by country and label. The band remains active, with recent releases and live recordings uploaded to maintain their presence on vinyl formats, supported by real-time price monitoring across editions.
Discography
U2 discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Love: Live From the Point Depot
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Zoo TV: Live From Sydney
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Rattle and Hum
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Popmart: Live From Mexico City
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Hasta la Vista Baby! Live From Mexico City
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U2 Go Home: Live From Slane Castle, Ireland
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Live From Boston 1981
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U2.COMmunication
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Vertigo 2005//U2 Live From Chicago
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Live From Paris
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U2360° at the Rose Bowl
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From the Ground Up: Edge’s Picks From U2360°
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Another Time, Another Place: Live at the Marquee London 1980
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iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE: Live in Paris
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eXPERIENCE + iNNOCENCE: Live in Berlin
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Live at the Apollo for One Night Only
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Achtung Baby 30 Live
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Shadows And Tall Trees - The Contract Demos 1978-1983 (Radio Broadcast UK)
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More Than Love - Unreleased Live Collection 1980 Volume 2
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Out Of Control In NYC : Live At The Ritz 18 March 1982 FM Broadcast
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Boston Radio Broadcast 1983
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- Vinyl 1
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- Cassette
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ZOO TV Live In Dublin 1993 EP
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- Vinyl 1
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From$22.37
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360 Radio Broadcast Sheffield 2009
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- CD 1
- Cassette
From$22.65
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Data provided by Discogs
Listen
Signature songs
- 01
With or Without You - 02
Beautiful DayAll That You Can't Leave Behind · 2000 - 03
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking ForSongs Of Surrender · 2023 - 04
OneAchtung Baby · 1991 - 05Sunday Bloody Sunday
- 06
VertigoHow To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb · 2004 - 07Where the Streets Have No NameSongs Of Surrender · 2023
- 08Pride (in the Name of Love)Songs Of Surrender · 2023
Essentials
3 U2 albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1991A seminal 1991 album combining alternative and synth-pop styles; multiple pressings tracked with prices from €14.30 to €116.
12 tracksIsland RecordsOriginal 1991 pressingMultiple vinyl versions
#2 · 2023Latest studio album featuring reinterpretations of classics; original US pressing ranges around €63 with several variants available.
40 tracks totalLimited and numbered editionsInterscope RecordsMultiple pressings US & Canada
#3 · 20092009 release blending alternative and arena rock; European and US vinyl versions priced between €13 and €24.
11 tracksMercury/Interscope labelsFive vinyl versionsOriginal 2009 European pressing
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of U2
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
U2 360° Tour debut in 2009
U2 started their U2 360° Tour with three concerts in Barcelona on June 30, 2009. The show featured an innovative circular stage with a 52-meter-high structure called 'The Claw'.
Quick return to studio after Pasadena concert
On October 25, 2009, after a sell-out show at Rose Bowl in Pasadena, filmed for Blu-ray/DVD, U2 immediately entered studio to begin the next album following their US tour segment.
Original Songs Of Surrender US vinyl pressing
The 2023 US pressing of 'Songs Of Surrender' on Interscope Records (cat# 4899561) is sought after, with a lowest price around €63 and eight units for sale tracked.
Paris dates during the U2 360° Tour
On July 11 and 12, 2009, U2 performed at Stade de France with their 360° stage setup, delivering shows to sold-out audiences and advanced light shows.
"Bono named 'Personality of the Year 2005' by Time Magazine for his humanitarian work."— Time Magazine
"The stage at 360° Tour featured 72 subwoofers per leg to fill stadium sound."— U2 tour technical details
U2 vinyl discography
See allPre-order Pre-order Pre-order Pre-order New More Than Love - Unreleased Live Collection 1980 Volume 2
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2025-12-01Room On FireFrom$26.99
1 offerMore Than Love - Unreleased Live Collection 1980 Volume 1
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Rock internationalRock
2025-12-01Room On FireFrom$29.99
1 offerHow To Re-assemble An Atomic Bomb Édition Limitée Exclusivité Fnac Vinyle Noir et Rouge Marbré
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2024-11-01Island RecordsFrom$36.32
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U2 CDs
See allShadows And Tall Trees - The Contract Demos 1978-1983 (Radio Broadcast UK)
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Rock internationalRock
2026-05-01SUTRAHow To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb 20th Anniversary
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Rock internationalRock
2024-11-22UNIVERSAL MUSICFrom$13.00
2 offersSongs Of Surrender (Edition Deluxe Limitée)
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Rock internationalRock
2023-03-17VIRGINFrom$19.72
1 offerAll that you can't leave behind - 20th anniversary
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Rock internationalRock
2020-10-30CAROLINE / PANTHEONFrom$16.20
1 offerAll that you can't leave behind - 20th anniversary
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Rock internationalRock
2020-10-30CAROLINE / PANTHEONFrom$109.94
2 offersThe Joshua Tree 30th Anniversary Coffret CD Inclus Hard book Edition Superdeluxe
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Rock internationalRock
2017-06-02Island RecordsFrom$107.67
2 offersSongs of Innocence - Edition limitée (2 CD Digipack)
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Rock internationalRock
2014-10-10BarclayFrom$10.99
1 offer
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who are the members of U2?
Bono (vocals), The Edge (guitar), Adam Clayton (bass), and Larry Mullen Jr. (drums).
When was U2 formed and where?
U2 was formed in 1976 in Dublin, Ireland.
What are some key genres for U2's music?
Rock, New Wave, Brit Pop, and alternative rock styles.
Which U2 album is known for the song 'With or Without You'?
The song 'With or Without You' is from the album Achtung Baby (1991).
Are there notable vinyl pressings of U2 albums in France?
Yes, the 2009 European vinyl pressing of 'No Line On The Horizon' is commonly found and tracked.
Where were some significant U2 live performances in France?
U2 performed at Stade de France during their U2 360° Tour on July 11 and 12, 2009.
What formats are common for U2 vinyl releases?
LP albums dominate, including standard, limited editions, picture discs, and unofficial releases.
How can U2 vinyl collectors track current prices?
Real-time price tracking is available for many U2 pressings, especially for major albums like Achtung Baby and Songs Of Surrender.
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Sources & method
This profile is compiled by the vinyles.com editors from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editors.