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No Line On the Horizon | U2 | 4:12 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Magnificent | U2 | 5:24 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Moment of Surrender | U2 | 7:24 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Unknown Caller | U2 | 6:02 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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I'll Go Crazy If I Don't Go Crazy Tonight | U2 | 4:13 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Get On Your Boots | U2 | 3:25 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Stand Up Comedy | U2 | 3:49 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Fez: Being Born | U2 | 5:16 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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White As Snow | U2 | 4:41 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Breathe | U2 | 5:00 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Cedars of Lebanon | U2 | 4:13 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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No Line On the Horizon (2) | U2 | 4:05 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| BookletDigital Booklet - No Line On The Horizon | U2 | -- | Album Only | View In iTunes |
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iTunes Editors’ Notes
With each subsequent album, U2 has pushed itself into new forms. Though evolving, the band is able to underpin its releases with that same rally-cry, post-punk take on rock 'n' roll that has been with the group since the beginning. The group's 2009 return to the main stage comes in the form of No Line On the Horizon. From the striking minimalist cover art (from Japanese artist Hiroshi Sugimoto) to the production powerhouse trio of Brian Eno, Daniel Lanois, and Steve Lillywhite, this album positions itself in the same vein as the expectation-ignoring Achtung Baby. First single "Get On Your Boots" is slightly misleading — the album is not all chunky riffs and electro-jamming. Fact is, a good solid third of the album contains some of their most meditative work since The Unforgettable Fire (see the slow burn of "Unknown Caller" and "White As Snow"). But if you're looking for the big songs — and no one does big like U2 — "Magnificent" and "I'll Go Crazy If I Don't Go Crazy Tonight" are the standouts.
Customer Reviews
Far from "Magnificent".
Let me start off by saying that I am a fan of U2. I've followed them for a long time and have seen them live (so I am not a "hater" here just to bash). That being said, I think that I am being a little generous when I say that this album is complete garbage. I honestly didn't think I would ever write such a thing about a U2 album...but unfortunately it is the truth. I usually don't write iTunes reviews, so you can imagine how strongly I feel about their latest "effort" for me to come on here and give my two cents worth. I'm sure people here will say that it's "brilliant" because it's a different direction for the band. Well, it sure is different...but not in a good way. Where is the energy of past albums? I seriously want to take a nap when I hear these tracks because they are so dull. I probably won't see them live this tour because half the show will be filled with these boring songs. It's becoming clear that U2 is starting to go the route of the Rolling Stones. They create an "album" (with maybe one decent track) just so they can tour to support the "album". Skip this one and send a clear message to the band that they need to stick with what works.
Walking Thru The Horizon
Walking Thru The Horizon: U2 took the title of best band around some years ago, and with 'No Line On The Horizon', they keep their death grip on it. The title track is an outstanding opener, instantly classic. It screams it's urgency and seems kaleidescopic in it's ambience. 'Magnificent' is another instant, this time in the form of an anthem that overtakes 'Pride.' I believe the song would benefit if the keys that helped form the minute-long introduction had remained, but the song is still powerful enough to hold it's own. 'Moment Of Surrender' is a soul/gospel tune built on an art rock foundation. Lasting power is yet to be seen, but I could imagine this song being played until the final U2 show. The first three tracks are amazing and, though they do not overtake the holy trio of 'Where The Streets Have No Name/I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For/With Or Without You', they are memorable enough to be thought of as a second holy trio of sorts. 'Unknown Caller' is one of a few songs on this record that play better than they read. It's lyrics dabble in self-contemplation as well as a conservative amount of techno talk, letting the music elevate it to something profoundly spiritual. 'I'll Go Crazy If I Don't Go Crazy Tonight' is a delicious piece of lite and sweet pop, able to sate any musical appetite that needs it's happy fix. 'Get On Your Boots' may indeed be the most out-of-whack song on the record, but it sounds much better after listening to the past two tracks and letting them bleed into this. 'Stand Up Comedy' is the closest thing on the record to a straight-up rocker, and is the last track featuring lyrcis that do not seem like they would (or possibly should) work, yet they do in context of the song as a whole. 'Fez-Being Born' starts off with a bit of a myriad of sounds, before immediately segueing into the play of standard instruments. The words and music seem contemplative, melancholy, and urgent, perhaps recalling earlier themes found on the record (especially considering the 'Let me in the sound' reprisal found in the introduction). 'White As Snow' is perhaps the only song where mood overcomes the melody, instead of working in a reciprocal function to make the whole stronger. 'Breathe' seems carefree and thrown together, but it instead offers a case of the music working in a way that it doesn't seem it should. Brilliance, I say. 'Cedars Of Lebanon' is a fitting closer, bringing to mind the feel of 'Mothers Of The Disappeared', and continuing the tradition of great record closers. This record will likely be difficult to receive by most, save for the legions of people already fans of this particular band's aura. The problem lies not with the music and lyrics themselves, but with the general music-listening populace. Those who follow the pop format may find these songs too outlandish and difficult to decipher, while those who consider themselves more arty will cry foul at the strong presence of melodies found within the weirdness. However, despite people's many pre-conceived notions, 'No Line On The Horizon' stands as one of U2's finest, second only to 'Achtung Baby' (and not too many notches below it, either), as well as a prime example of mood and melody colliding in beautiful ways.
Like a fine wine, U2 matures with age
Not to suggest that they've lost their youthful spark. Track 1: No Line On The Horizon - 10/10 An excellent way to present an album of such caliber, the self-entitled introduction begins with a bang and progresses through an ominous series of swells and climaxes. Bono’s vocals shine in this song and his passionate performance denounces all thoughts of a possible decline in the greatest band in the land. Track 2: Magnificent - 9/10 Magnificent is a captivating song that makes use of the entire spectrum of music. From the familiar yet fitting riff provided by The Edge, to the synthesized echoes of the word “magnificent” through out the song, Magnificent is a beautiful track. Track 3: Moment Of Surrender - 7/10 The longest track on the album, Moment of Surrender can be summed up in one line: “It’s not if I believe in love, it’s if love believes in me.” Lyrically, this track shines, and musically it is one of the most soothing pieces of music you will ever listen to. My only compliant is that its rhythm is predictable through out the entire song. Track 4: Unknown Caller - 7/10 Unknown Caller is a pleasant song with a little more pop than Moment of Surrender, and At the 4:48 mark Edge delivers a powerful solo via distortion. Easily the strongest 7 on the album. Track 5: I’ll Go Crazy if I Don’t Go Crazy Tonight - 8/10 A series of riffs and vocal schemes serve as transitions into a powerful chorus that is the centerpiece of this song. It has my favorite verse in the album: “It’s true that perfect love drives out all fear. The right to be ridiculous is something I hold dear.” Track 6: Get On Your Boots - 9/10 The first single from their 12th album is positioned in the middle of the album and is unquestionably the catchiest song here. Adam Clayton (the bassist) drives the song with an excellent line. I must admit that this has grown on me and I consider it a good embodiment of U2’s wild side. Let me in the sound! Track 7: Stand Up Comedy - 10/10 I consider this track to be U2 at its best. Fast and emotional, Stand Up Comedy is a gem. “Be careful of small men with big ideas” Track 8: Fez - Being Born - 7/10 The experimental track on the album, Fez - Being Born will leave some listeners scratching their heads due to its drastically different sections. To avoid this, it is best to approach it as two songs. Part 1: This section lasts until, 1:02 and acts as a bridge between Bono’s two lyrical identities: The first being about life, (see tracks 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10) and the second being about love (see tracks 2, 3, 4, 11). Part 2: The next 4 minutes and 11 seconds are similar to that of Unknown Caller, but take on a more melancholy tone. Track 9: White As Snow - 9/10 Wow. While this track will have trouble finding circulation on mainstream radio it is my favorite slow song on the album. Bono’s haunting lyrics of his childhood in Ireland bring shivers down my spine. Track 10: Breathe - 10/10 Excellent percussion, sarcastic vocals, and distortion introduce Breathe. The 3:17 mark to the end of this song are the strongest on the album due to the combination of Beatlesque string orchestra and the best solo on the album. The Edge shines here. Track 11: Cedars of Lebanon - 8/10 A beautiful way to end their album, Cedars of Lebanon is the saddest track on the album. After a gloomy of proclamation of enemies and troubled times in the Middle East, it fades into a whisper. No Line On The Horizon is an excellent album by the unquestioned kings of alternative rock music. U2 will never die.
Biography
Formed: 1976 in Dublin, Ireland
Genre: Rock
Years Active: '70s, '80s, '90s, '00s, '10s
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- Genres: Rock, Music, Pop, Pop/Rock, Adult Alternative
- Released: Mar 03, 2009
- ℗ 2009 Universal-Island Records Ltd. under exclusive license to Mercury Records Limited in the UK, Interscope Records in the US and Universal Music Group for the rest of the world.