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U2 - Rattle & Hum (2nd Hand Compact Disc)
SKU CD000300
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Description
Hybrid live/studio album by the Irish rock band, originally released in 1988.
Following the breakthrough success of the band's previous studio album, 'The Joshua Tree', the 'Rattle and Hum' project captures their continued experiences with American roots music on the 'Joshua Tree' tour, further incorporating elements of blues rock, folk rock, and gospel music into their sound.
A collection of new studio tracks, live performances, and cover songs, the project includes recordings at Sun Studios in Memphis and collaborations with Bob Dylan, B.B. King, and Harlem's New Voices of Freedom gospel choir.
Featured Music . . . U2
Details
- Format : Standard 2nd Hand Compact Disc.
- Condition : Good (Disc - Good / Jewel Case - Good)
- Category : Music - CD's / Rock
- Label : Island
- Released : 1988
- Catalogue Number : 8422992 / CID 027
- Barcode (GTIN-13 / EAN) : 0042284229920
- SKU : CD000300
- PPC : LL100gm
- Quantity Available : 1 only.
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
External Reviews
"Rattle and Hum is a bit unlike any of U2's other work, but in my opinion it's easily their best. Though dismissed by many at the time as being pretentious, it's a solid fusion of live and studio tracks; covers and renditions of songs from The Joshua Tree - to create a kind of 'journey' that tips into the likes of roots, rock, blues and gospel. Bono's voice is groundbreakingly powerful; and the little speeches he gives on the live tracks give a cynical, hard edge to the whole album.
In terms of original songs, 'Desire' and 'Hawkmoon 269' are so, so, so standout. Particularly the latter, which builds like nothing before. 'Angel of Harlem' is a feelgood anthem, 'Love Rescue Me' is a phenomenal bit of melancholy, and 'When Love Comes To Town' packs such a playful beat. The album's closer, 'All I Want Is You' is just hauntingly beautiful. A real worthy climax. 'God Part II', however, remains my favourite of U2's entire cannon. Superb - Adam Clayton shines on bass.
Also to look out for is the band's live performance of Hendrix's 'All Along the Watchtower', as well as the gospel-ified 'I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For' and 'Silver and Gold'.
A really great album, and great to have on physical disc. 17 tracks for a great price, and the CD itself has some great stuff in the little booklet. Definitely recommend." - Second Hand Songbird.
AI Summary
U2's landmark 1988 album Rattle & Hum captures the band at a pivotal moment, blending stadium rock anthems with introspective ballads. Featuring the iconic "Desire," "One," and "When Love Comes to Town," this collection showcases Bono's soaring vocals and The Edge's innovative guitar work. The album's cinematic scope and emotional depth made it a defining release of the late '80s, offering both explosive energy and vulnerable storytelling that resonates across generations of music fans.
