Songs of Surrender: Out Now

17 Mar 202320

Songs of Surrender: Out Now

The wait is over.

Songs Of Surrender, a collection of 40 seminal U2 songs, re-recorded and reimagined for 2023, is released today. 

Curated and produced by The Edge, on Songs of Surrender the band revisit some of their most celebrated tracks including 'With Or Without You', 'One', 'Beautiful Day', 'Sunday Bloody Sunday' and 'Invisible', for a musical reimagining resulting in a completely new recording of each track.

Purchase and listen here.

Also premiering today, 'Bono & The Edge, A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman'.

Let's take it from the top!

Bono and the Edge make a return to Dublin with Dave Letterman, reflecting on their journey as musicians and friends. Directed by Academy-Award-winning Morgan Neville, the Disney+ Original special features never-before-seen footage and interviews detailing their songwriting process and the inspiration behind their greatest hits.

Available now, only on Disney+

Not forgetting…

…. Bono. The Edge. Zane Lowe. The Desert. 

Bono and Edge join Zane Lowe on a road trip across the desert to discuss Songs of Surrender and reflect on their songwriting, their faith, and their journey together as both bandmates and friends.

Full Interview Available on YouTube

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Fuzzyduck
Not Bad Boys !
After giving the tracks a listen I'm a old duffer and ❤️ the reimagined tunes like Stories for Boys ,11 o clock tick tock ,I will follow ,and out of control Though everyone has different thoughts and favs I certainly feel you've fitted the correct jigsaw pieces into the correct positions
Arglvz
New album
So excited about this new adventure….This album feels like starting new relationships with old friends. Can’t wait to experience the acquaintance all over again…
MaeveOMeara
So many gorgeous surprises
So many in this universe of an album. Every emotion going on listening to this. Thank you, U2!
johnll
Under No Circumstances
No way was I falling for this but I was WRONG…. It’s a thing of beauty & I’m obsessed U2 Go Raibh Maith Agaibh
goodvoicefmb
Gratitude To You, U2!
Made it a I2 night after work. My fiancé sat on my lap while on the couch and we listened to the album! Breathtaking, moving, powerful! Just like a Bono whispering the song into your ear. My fiancé has been introduced to U2 by me and now inherited my love and passion. You boys have grown up so much and got this down. You have entered your sweet spot and it’s evident, the best is still yet to come! Brilliant work! We think we may choose one of the songs off the SOS album to walk down the aisle after getting married! They are just so beautiful and it’s hard to choose! Perhaps, Bono & Edge you could come to my wedding and help us sort it out?!
cristiu2
Like it!!!
Must say I was a bit negative after hearing One and WOWY, but after my first listen to the 40 songs I was very surprised. It's a great collection of songs actually!! Headphones are definately recommended to get the full experience. Then again: Release it on blu ray with hi res audio, it was mixed in Dolby Atmos, so bring it on physical media.
Dean Allison
6 out of 40
6 songs out of the 40 I like. Stories for boys, who’s Gonna ride your wild horses, ordinary love, lights of home, little things that give you away and 40. Will be glad when the new material is released and Larry is back to perform it live.
hzham
Reinvention
as always, music is always about personal taste. I really loved some of these new versions, such as Bad, Two hearts, Until the end, Pride & 40 to mention a few. And some are just not my thing, or I just prefer the original versions. Thanks guys, really enjoying listening to it ! Love & peace
luvlemons
We found what we we were looking for!
#U2SOS40 Las Vegas
TommyC2022
A Sort of Homecoming
I watched the Letterman documentary last night after listening to SoS. What a well put together documentary. A great insight and a great overview of the great journey the band has been on and still is! Love the reworkings. I suspect it'll be playing on repeat for some time!
bringcitrus
Old songs made new, songs finished and u
I'm currently listening to Bono in the "A Sort of Homecoming" documentary discussing how "Songs of Surrender" has allowed the band to revisit, update, and finish their songs after all this time. It must feel nice for the band get them to the place they've always wanted them to be. That being said, let's not forget that sometimes the "sketches" can be just as good -- and "40 Foot Man" is a strong argument for this point.
Dingobhoy
A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman
I wanted to watch the documentary before listening to the new album. Amazing insight into the new versions of the great hits that made the band who they are. Can’t wait to see the full version of the live event. Don’t keep us waiting too long, get this show on the road. Looks fabulous. Well done bhoys.
Carolynfoss
Happy St. Patty's Day
Thank you for the Tiny Desk Concert - what a great St. Patty's Day gift - the back up singers are awesome - so are Edge and Bono - of course!
garyquintana
Garyquintana
Great News! Happy St.Patricks Day to all. I am here in Galway to celebrate this special Irish Blessed day. The craic is lively for sure. Will be heading to Dublin Sunday then to Dalkey where I might just get lucky and enjoy a pint with B man and "The Egg:" lol. Yes this re-imagined SOS turned out great. TY U2.com for the teasers. Peace
speckbarbie
Campfire with the boys.
The beautiful vinyl box set arrive today. And really fall in love with this sound of silence. Feels like the doin this for the hugh fans My wife and i join the album this afternoon. If you listning to the songs with Bonos voice of peace you can't stop singing......
Ramesh Paramjothy
Great gift
My dearest wife bought this and arrived today , can’t wait to listen with few whiskey
crisbaj
Almost Like New Songs
The SoS is like a reunion with old friends. but wow! They are lookin’ pretty awesome… like whole new people! Thanks, Edge for shepherding these 40 gems
mofo8798
Amazing gift to the fans
Loving the album. Such an intimate and close experience with the music of U2. The interviews are outstanding. Wonderful gift to the fans
u2nadias
U2 All Day!
Watching A Sort of Homecoming and going to listen to Songs of Surrender! Great Friday!!! U2 all day and everyday!!! Happy St. Patrick’s Day to U2 and all their fans!!!
gero27
The wait is over!!
Today is an awesome day; not only we gets to finally hear in it's entirety "Songs of Surrender" but at the same time we also get a documentary called, Bono & The Edge/A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman. I can't be more than happy. U2 is and still is the BIGGEST BAND IN THE WORLD!!!!!! Oh and Happy St. Patrick's Day!!
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