The U2start Podcast

U2 is everywhere, and there’s much to unpack. The new single, the tour announcement, tour sales, rumours, news. And that with only two weeks before the full album release.

U2 was founded 50 years ago and to celebrate that special occasion, not only did the band release a new song but also announced their first big album since 2017: Carnaval de Luz. We talk all about what is next, including tour rumors, with Aaron from U2Songs.

The lead single to the later to be released new album is out, Street of Dreams. We'll also talk about the album, Easter Lily, tour rumors, Fireflies, rediscoveries from the past and much more while celebrating U2start's 20th anniversary.

Out of nowhere, U2 released Days of Ash, an album that needed to come out in response to the happenings in the world right now. The same goes for this podcast episode. It needed to come out in a response to the EP which features brand new U2 songs, which we all discuss in this episode.

So much has happened in the U2 world since our last episode. So we're back to take it all in and discuss everything that is happening. And of course, we also talk about future new music and share our thoughts on the Stories of Surrender Apple TV film.

In this special episode, we share our Chicago 2005 livestream afterthoughts and unbox the How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb 20th Anniversary box set. We take a moment to listen to the new tracks for the first time, and share our first impressions. We also talk a bit about what else is going on in the U2 world, debating how long it will take for a new album to be completed.

After nearly a year-long hiatus, we’re back with episode 28 of the U2start podcast! Join us as we dive into all things U2, from their latest releases to the rumors surrounding their next tour. We kick off with some hot takes on U2’s legacy, the Vegas residency, and whether or not they should honor How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb with an anniversary tour. Plus, we discuss U2’s recent digital releases, their infamous merchandise, and what the future might hold for the band. Tune in for some laughs, insights, and a bit of U2 nostalgia.

The first two shows in the Sphere are behind us and in this episode Remy, Joeri and Joe take you through the show and share our personal experiences. We talk about the venue, the technology, the show, setlist and everything else going down in Vegas such as Zoo Station and merchandising. We also have some tips for those yet to travel to Vegas, such as where to stand or sit in the venue for the best experience.

Only a few weeks left and Remy, Joeri and today's guest Doug are dreaming up their ultimate Las Vegas setlist. What will be played? Which albums will be featured? Will Achtung Baby be played in order? We don't know anything yet and discuss the albums, the songs and Zoo TV to cook up our dream setlist and share our hopes and expectations for the real thing.

With only seven weeks to go, it's time to start the countdown to U2's residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas. Joe, also known as GA Joe, joins Remy and Joeri to talk about the latest news and rumors. We discuss the band, rehearsals, the latest on the venue and dream about how the setlist is taking shape.

U2's latest album is the topic of this podcast. We are joined by U2 fan Reinier to discuss the tracks we like and the ones we don't. Which part is our favorite? Which songs do we want to hear live? Did we as U2 fans underestimate Songs of Surrender? We answer all these questions in just under an hour.

It's time to talk about our favorite subject: tour rumors. We catch up with Aaron from U2Songs and tell you all the information we have about U2's upcoming residency in Vegas, the Joshua Tree film, Songs of Surrender and future other U2 plans. We talk about Aaron's book which is coming out soon and answer questions from listeners.

This podcast is all about Surrender, Bono's memoir. Or as he likes to call it, a WEmoir. Joeri and Remy are joined by Jamey, a non-U2 fan who has been asked by us to read the book and share his thoughts. We go through all 3 parts of the book and talk about every aspect of it, including the audiobook.

Joeri and Remy attended some of the Stories of Surrender shows and are sharing their experiences and thoughts on the show, its narrative and legacy. We also talk about some of the recent developments in the U2 camp, including the possibility of U2 touring without Larry in 2023 and other tour and album rumors.

We're finally back and in this episode we're celebrating POP's 25th anniversary. If U2 won't do it, we will. Karen from Connecticut is joining us. Karen is a longtime U2 fan and shares some great stories, including the story of the day she saw U2 perform and hold a press conference at K-Mart in 1997. We also look back on 2021 and ahead to the upcoming years; sharing the latest on U2's upcoming albums, Bono's book, the Netflix series and much more.

In this first podcast of 2021 we go back and forth in time talking about the famous Mr. MacPhisto. The legendary character who travelled around the globe in 1993, only to return in a somewhat different form in 2018 and 2019. We explore the origins of the character, share and listen to his most famous phone calls and we talk with U2 fan Marco, who has been dressing up as MacPhisto and even made his way on stage impersonating this devilish figure.

In the last part of our series on the 50 most amazing U2 shows Remy, Joeri and Coen select the highlights from the huge number of shows that U2 has played during the 2010s. With five tours we had a lot to choose from so get ready for this final marathon discussing the best shows that U2 has to offer. A thank you to all fans who submitted their spoken memories and Sergio for his amazing music. A written version of the whole list with download links and more information for each show can be found on U2start.com under Originals. Enjoy part 4 of 4: U2's most amazing shows from the 2010s.

U2 played 3 world tours in the first decade of this millennium, with quite some memorable shows. In this third part of our special series on U2's 50 most amazing shows we go through their best and most historic shows from the zeroes. As with previous episodes we have included spoken memories from fans around the world who attended these shows. Enjoy part three of four: U2's most amazing shows from the zeroes.

The 90s is considered by many to be U2's best decade when it comes to liveshows. In this second part of our special series on U2's 50 most amazing shows we go through their best and most historic shows from the nineties. Also for this episode we have included spoken memories from fans around the world who attended these shows. Enjoy part two of four: U2's most amazing shows from the nineties.

To celebrate U2's rich history we return after our summer break with a special series of 4 podcast episodes, highlighting U2's 50 most amazing shows in their career. We have selected the 50 most historic shows and Remy, Joeri and guest Coen have listened to all of them and share their stories and highlights. This special series also includes spoken memories from fans around the world who attended these shows. We kick off with part one of four: U2's most amazing shows from the eighties.