A Memorable Night of Music and Dialogue
In October, the renowned band was awarded the prestigious 2025 Woody Guthrie Prize. During the award ceremony held in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Bono and Edge delighted attendees with an unexpected acoustic performance. They coupled their music with an engaging conversation featuring T Bone Burnett, a well-respected producer and musician.
You can now relive this remarkable evening! The live performance is accessible on YouTube, showcasing a selection of powerful songs such as "Running to Stand Still," "Sunday Bloody Sunday," "One," "Pride (In the Name of Love)"—which includes a brief excerpt from Guthrie's "Jesus Christ"—and "Yahweh." Check it out here.
Additionally, the insightful dialogue between Bono, Edge, and T Bone Burnett is also available for listening on YouTube, which you can find here.
For a complete overview of the event, here’s our detailed report from the night, providing behind-the-scenes insights and highlights. You can read it here.
LATEST UPDATES
- December 29, 2025: The electrifying performance by Bono and Edge featuring five songs at the Woody Guthrie Prize ceremony, along with their conversation with T Bone Burnett, is now live on YouTube.
- December 19, 2025: Tune into U2X Radio where Adam's latest musical discussion features Laura Lee Ochoa, the talented bassist and vocalist from the band Khruangbin—available for North American listeners.
- December 12, 2025: If you're in the United States, don’t miss Edge’s intriguing conversation with Kevin Parker of Tame Impala on U2X Radio.
- December 12, 2025: A fascinating U2 playlist curated by film composer Nathan Johnson has been described as 'an interrogation and a challenge... and a pretty good title for a murder mystery.'
This creative gathering not only highlighted the band's musical legacy but also sparked conversations that resonate deeply with fans and music lovers alike. What are your thoughts on the significance of such events? Do you believe they contribute to preserving musical heritage or simply serve commercial interests? Share your opinions below!
