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U2 released Days of Ash, their first new material since 2017, a six-track EP with political themes.
The EP opens with American Obituary, mourning Renee Good and criticizing authorities’ labeling of protesters as terrorists.
Song of the Future addresses the Iran protests and Sarina Esmailzadeh, per Amnesty International findings.
One Life at a Time honors Awdah Hathaleen, a Palestinian activist killed in the West Bank in 2025.
Yours Eternally features Ed Sheeran and Taras Topolia, connected to Kyiv performances during the Russian invasion.
Bono defends outspoken political stance as part of U2’s long history with Amnesty and activism.
A forthcoming album is planned for later 2026, distinct from the EP’s mood and themes.
The EP’s release coincides with broader commentary on democracy, freedom, and anti-extremism.
The EP includes references to global deaths and civil rights movements, aligning music with social causes.
The Guardian confirms the EP’s political focus and the band’s ongoing activism.

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U2 is recording a new album with Larry Mullen Jr. back on drums, after his rehab and return to the studio.
Bono says about 25 songs are being considered for U2 projects in the coming years, with a more joyful feel.
Mullen says he had to adjust sitting position and equipment height as part of returning to the kit.
Bono says Mullen has been rebuilt and his playing is as innovative as ever.
The Sphere residency in 2024 ended before the new sessions began, with Bram van den Berg filling in on drums.
Bono hopes to brighten the audience with a carnival vibe and stay hopeful amid bad news.
There is no firm release timeline yet for the new album.
Propaganda notes the new material is not far behind the Days of Ash EP.
The Days of Ash EP, released recently, features six songs with political themes.
There is no fixed timeline, but the band aims for a timely, celebratory direction in the new music.

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Bono signals that U2's upcoming political record Days Of Ash will provoke some listeners, framing controversy as an intentional aspect of the band’s mission.
The EP, released on Ash Wednesday, centers on current global tensions, including Israel-Palestine, Ukraine, and Iran, aligning with U2’s longstanding engagement with real-world events.
Days Of Ash is described as a collection of timely songs of defiance and lament, created as reactions to present anxieties.
Bono frames the record as featuring portraits of those at the frontline of freedom, highlighting activist-focused themes.
The piece notes U2’s history of responding to real-world events, including a 1983 track about The Troubles and a 2023 Ukraine-focused rewrite.
Days Of Ash marks U2’s return to major release activity since 2017, with Bono reflecting on America's role and the band's outspoken stance.
Bono defends U2's approach as 'equal opportunity pest' on political topics, signaling a consistent willingness to challenge across the left and right.
Renee Good is honored in the EP with a track that pays tribute to a Minneapolis mother killed in a confrontation with an ICE officer.
The EP also tackles other political injustices, including the Ukraine conflict and Middle East tensions, broadening its scope beyond domestic themes.
Daily Mail’s presage of ongoing developments underlines that official confirmation and broader corroboration remain necessary for full context.

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