U2 – Rattle And Hum

U2 – Rattle And Hum

A bold hybrid of studio recordings, live performances, and documentary-style snapshots of American roots music, Rattle And Hum captures U2 at a pivotal moment in their evolution—transitioning from post-punk innovators into a globally dominant arena rock band deeply influenced by blues, gospel, and Americana.

Recorded during the The Joshua Tree era, the album reflects the band’s fascination with American musical history and cultural mythology. The collection moves between explosive live renditions and atmospheric studio tracks, creating a sweeping portrait of a band expanding both its sound and ambition.

Standout moments include the raw, electrified energy of Pride (In The Name Of Love) and Bullet The Blue Sky, alongside more reflective and melodic compositions such as All I Want Is You and Heartland. The album also showcases U2’s reinterpretations of classic material, including covers of Bob Dylan and The Beatles’s Helter Skelter, highlighting their connection to rock tradition.

The project is further enriched by collaborations with artists such as B.B. King, whose appearance on When Love Comes To Town bridges rock and blues in a powerful cross-generational moment.

Ambitious, expansive, and deeply rooted in musical history, Rattle And Hum stands as one of U2’s most cinematic and divisive works - part live album, part documentary, and part cultural exploration.

Tracklist:

1. Helter Skelter
2. Van Diemen’s Land
3. Desire
4. Hawkmoon 269
5. All Along The Watchtower
6. I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For
7. (Freedom For My People)
8. Silver And Gold
9. Pride (In The Name Of Love)
10. Angel Of Harlem
11. Love Rescue Me
12. When Love Comes To Town
13. Heartland
14. God Part II
15. The Star Spangled Banner
16. Bullet The Blue Sky
17. All I Want Is You