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Takes readers beyond the myth in this unauthorized biography to present the first comprehensive account of the illustrious Irish rockers in 25 years. Drawing on extensive interviews with insiders including record label scouts, studio presidents, politicians, music critics, and childhood friends, Jobling investigates the U2's most personal relationships and controversial business practices, delivering a vivid portrait that traces the rock phenomenon from its conception to post-punk champions to political crusaders.

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    How does John Jobling’s depiction of U2’s early days in post-punk Dublin challenge or reinforce the romanticized myths you previously held about the band’s origins?

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    The book delves deeply into the complex interpersonal dynamics and egos required to keep a four-piece band together for decades; which member's role or evolution surprised you the most, and why?

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    Jobling explores how U2 successfully transitioned from angry post-punk outsiders to global stadium-fillers and political crusaders; at what point do you think their ambition overshadowed their art, if at all?

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