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U2 Tell the Story Behind 'The Unforgettable Fire' -- Exclusive Video

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With the recent 25th anniversary special edition reissue of 1984's 'The Unforgettable Fire,' U2 are stepping back to remember the making of the album. Bono and company employed producers Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois to help them experiment musically, and while it seemed like an unlikely combination then, their work on 'The Unforgettable Fire' led to a creative breakthrough for the band. It also helped to deliver the lead single 'Pride (In the Name of Love),' which became U2's biggest hit at the time.

In the exclusive interview clip after the jump, U2 discuss Eno, Lanois and Ireland's Slane Castle, where the album was initially recorded. Watch the video to find out how the experience "deconstructed U2" and what the band learned from it.

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Paris

U2 will go down in history as one of the great rock bands of all time. They have left an everlasting mark upon the human condition with their hallmarks of vision, courage, and integrity. The Unforgettable Fire has always been my favorite work by the band. God Bless Bono, The Edge, Larry, and Adam. Peace and Love to all.

January 08 2010 at 1:21 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Mr. B

History will show that U2 was the greatest rock band ever. No one else has ever accomplished what they have. Nearly Thirty Years of producing hits with The Original Line Up. Furthermore, this is the only group ever, that each Musician Ranks Individaully as One Of The Greatest Of Their Instrument.

January 08 2010 at 9:56 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
laricee

greatest band, greatest album, title track is greatest song...of all time.

January 08 2010 at 12:12 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
laricee

it's the greatest album of all time. the title track is their most beautiful song ever.

January 08 2010 at 12:10 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Capeaux

Money thats the inspiration such a gross display wealth and preach they're bullsh-t to us?

January 07 2010 at 9:23 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
RENE

i love the unforgettable fire i think it is u2s best work after auchtung baby then i like all that u cant leave behind they have so many great songs u2is one of the alltime greatest bands everyone can agree on that no band can write better songs than them

January 07 2010 at 8:41 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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sandman257

rene, let's start by getting serious....

January 07 2010 at 11:17 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
layne

U2 is without a doubt the greatest rock and roll band ever. Bono, in my opinion is right up there with John Lennon as a song writer. In fact I give Bono the edge. His lyrics and body of work is unmatched.

January 07 2010 at 11:26 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Shahab

Hi,how are yo?

November 12 2009 at 8:47 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply