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Joey Bada$$ announced the new release date for his upcoming album called Lonely At The Top
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It’s going to release on August 29
One of my most anticipated releases of this year and he hasn’t missed on a single solo project
Hopefully features list is stacked as it always is and potentially we might be seeing more disses thrown on this album
https://x.com/hiphopalldayy/status/1956397855976911143?s=46
Top Comment: Happy to see that the new release date isn't far from its original one. I have high hopes that this will be a strong finish to this summer of hip hop releases
BREAKING NEWS: goatavaneesh album will drop the night of his 21st birthday party
Main Post: BREAKING NEWS: goatavaneesh album will drop the night of his 21st birthday party
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When is that
New album news!!
Main Post: New album news!!
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2 years is nothing in strokes time
⁉️💬[FAQ] U2 status, tour and album news 2022
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Last updated: November 29th 2022
Housekeeping
● Reminder: FAQ is updated irregularly, indicated by the date at the very top of this post.
● A summary of the most recent changes follows.
● Please think twice and check the sources of the rumours before sharing further, if some time has passed since the last update.
● Until confirmed (tour plans or new music etc) what's stated herein are only rumours and may or may not happen.
Latest changes:
• Removed Q on ticket sales
• Removed Q on book store appearances.
• Updated release plans for "Songs of Surrender"
• Updated shipping info for fanclub gift.
• Update on Larry's health
• Some more comments on Iran.
Previous changes:
● Added info on show length
● Added a Q on Yondr bags
● Update on U2's support of protests in Iran
● Removed Q on ticket prices (sold out now).
● Removed Q on preorders.
● Update on Vegas 2023
● Added news on "Kiss The Future" documentary on Popmart Sarajevo.
Q: So we know nothing? (Thanks, u/SirFritzWetherbee!)
A: Well we're starting to know quite a bit by now.
An album ("Songs of Surrender") and single (unknown content) is now expected in 2023. The announcement is expected after the book comes out. Bono had finished a book tour in November 2022. See the Surrender section for more.
Another album and tour may be on the cards later in 2023. First, U2 are rumoured for a Las Vegas residency at the MSG Sphere from mid-September onwards. Larry might be in recovery from surgery at that time. Please proceed below to learn what we know or not.
THE NEWS TODAY
• Bono has finished his book tour.
• Larry reveals that he needs surgery to continue drumming and will take 2023 off to fix some of his ailments. That means no touring involving Larry in 2023.
SURRENDER — 40 SONGS, ONE STORY AND AN ALBUM?
Q: When is the book released?
A: Bono's autobiography "Surrender— 40 Songs, One Story" was released in various formats on November 1st 2022.
Q: Any information about the audiobook version? Is he going to read it? (Thanks u/diogenesl !)
A: Yes! One of the formats is an audiobook where he will read the book.
Q: Will Bono do a book tour?
A: Yes. Bono will host 14 events in North America and Europe. Tour opens on November 2nd 2022. Rumours suggest it might be extended in 2023.
Q: How long is the show?
A: It's about 2 hours, starting around 8-8:30 pm.
Q: What's Yondr bags?
They're pouches to restrict use of devices during the show.
Q: What chapters have been confirmed so far?
A: All the 40 chapters have now been revealed. No tracks from the "Zooropa" album appear on the compilation. https://www.reddit.com/r/U2Band/comments/y8c2kc/_/
Q: Who is producing the compilation album?
A: We don't really know who produces "Songs of Surrender" but in some instances U2 have consulted the original producer(s). Daniel Lanois, Howie B, and Jacknife Lee are all involved.
NEXT TOUR
Q: So, when is the next tour?
A: No tour plans are official yet! Latest rumours points to it happening after the release of the next album (late 2023), so probably somewhere in 2024.
Next time we may see U2 together onstage is the Vegas residency at the MSG Sphere in September 2023. No plans are official, certainly after news that Larry won't partake. This is just a rumour.
From before, rumour has it that U2 have extended their deal with Live Nation in 2017/2018 for another decade. This has also not been confirmed.
ALBUM NEWS
Q: When is the next album coming out?
A: Reliable U2songs state that "Songs of Surrender" (the reworked back catalogue) will be released first of several ongoing projects. It is now reported for release in 2023 by several outlets.
In addition, an original "Songs of..." album in expected in late 2023 with a tour announced after that. However, reports in November 2022 of Larry's health might put any plans in jeopardy.
Q: What is the next album going to be like?
A: There are three projects being mentioned: finalising "Songs of Ascent" (the sister album to "No Line On The Horizon" started in 2007), a rock album, and a collection of reworked songs from their back catalogue (acoustic, different instrumentation, key changes, tempo etc.) . Teasers are planted in the audiobook version of"Surrender".
In October 2022, Bono told the Irish Times about the rock album again:
The band wants to make an “uncompromising, balls-to-the-wall, transcendent rock’n’roll album, with unreasonable guitars, like properly aggressive as the times deserve”. [Bono] wants the next album to recreate the band’s live experience in the studio. He wants to start recording by the end of the year"
In July 2022, U2songs suggest that Dave Stewart, Bob Ezrin and Ryan Tedder are involved in one way or the other with the next studio album of original songs.
Edge has previously told Rolling Stone that they're not decided on the personnel (late November 2021) but mentions Martin Garrix as an option.
GENERAL STUFF
Q: What's going on with their management?
A: U2 reportedly are looking for new management. The details are unclear as to what prompted the move and who took the initiative, but Guy Oseary is no longer representing the band as of early October. U2 are said to negotiate with Full Stop Management, with Irving Azoff and his son Jeff Azoff in charge.
Q: What's the 2022 subscription gift from the official fan club?
A: On January 13th, the official website announced a curated collection of"Achtung Baby Live", a CD and digital download. Discussion and reactions in the thread here The 2021 gift was "Live at The Apollo" (2018).
Q: What's included in the 2022 fan club gift?
U2.com finally revealed the tracklist in late September 2022.
Q: When is the 2022 subscription gift shipping?
A: Shipping begins in December 2022.
Q: Where is the concert film for the 2017 Joshua Tree Tour?
We don't know. The Anton Corbijn movie, "Heartland", documents the 2017 Joshua Tree Tour and had been intended for cinema before the covid-19 pandemic hit.
Q: What else is in the pipeline?
A: U2 made headlines in March 2022 for being the subject of a TV drama series about their lives and career. It's still early days and might not see the light of day until 2024 to succeed "The Crown" on Netflix. Also, U2 are set to receive Kennedy Center Honors in the United States, during a gala on December 4th 2022. In November 2022, U2's 1997 Popmart show in Sarajevo is said to be the subject of upcoming documentary "Kiss The Future".
Q: Where is Larry?
A: Our favourite drummer has revealed that he cannot tour in 2023, and that he needs surgery to continue drumming and partake in U2. Moreover, Larry met sports doctor Michel Gaillaud in France on September 12th 2022, presumably to discuss his health issues. We wish Larry the best in his plans.
Q: What is U2's stance about the war on Ukraine?
The band have used their social media platforms to express support for Ukraine. On the 8th day of May, Bono and Edge went to Kiyv to play a live set of songs in a Metro station turned bombshelter. They also saw the aftermath of the massacre in Bucha.
Q: Did U2 comment on the protests in Iran?
A: Yes. They've shown support for the people of Iran, on social media and in person. The Edge gave a "shout-out to the young women of Iran" during an 2022 appearance at the Rock Hall Of Fame. Bono spoke about Iran on the Brené Brown podcast "Unlocking Us"
U2 have historically supported the fight for freedom in Iran, dedicating "Sunday Bloody Sunday" on the 360 Tour to the Green Movement, and again in 2013 with The ONE Campaign's "Agit8" project about modern protest songs.
Q: Is The Edge still on fire?
A: "Much of madness and more of sin/No government of this vast, formless thing".
Q: But [band member] said...[quote]
A: BeLIEve. Everything you know is wrong.
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So somebody is producing something that might be out next year, or not, and there will or won't be a tour to go along with it, maybe. 👍
(Why do they do this to us?)
Is there any news about the next album?
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It’s only been like a year, but I’m itching for some new content. Is there any information about when their next album could be released?
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Danny said in an interview in early March that they had been in the studio recently and said it would come out “when they’re ready”
Most of the songs for Garden’s Gate were actually completed pre-pandemic so I would guess around late 2023 is when we would get something.
Good News: We might be getting 4 new Weezer albums in 2022. Bad news: Weezer might be touring less.
Main Post: Good News: We might be getting 4 new Weezer albums in 2022. Bad news: Weezer might be touring less.
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Weezer is pulling a King Gizzard
Any news on Fairies Albums Season 4?
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I loved it, great music and story, lovable MC and other characters. Would love to know if anyone heard any announcements for new season.
MAL Link - https://myanimelist.net/anime/50537/Bai_Yao_Pu_3rd_Season
Top Comment: S4 was announced back in October https://weibo.com/6587111160/McAbpDECO https://anilist.co/anime/156082/Bai-Yao-Pu-Si-Fu-Pian/
[News] ClariS 10th Anniversary Best Albums!
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Alright, there's a lot to unpack here, so keep reading!
- On October 21st (the day after the anniversary), ClariS will be releasing their second BEST albumS! Yes, plural! The two albums, entitled 'Pink Moon' and 'Green Star' will encompass every single main song from 'irony' to 'Alethea'!
The First Print editions of both albums will come with Blu-Ray discs (content TBA), and the combined Complete Limited edition will have both albums plus a ClariS 10th anniversary badge and a ClariS Castle papercraft.
2. A special 10th anniversary site is now open! Check it out to get more information on the albums and updates in the lead up to the anniversary! Find it here: https://www.clarismusic.jp/10th/
3. ClariS is taking requests from the fans! This time, you get to decide which 3 songs Clara and Karen sing SOLO! Every song that isn't a main song is available to be voted for! Clara's solo songs will be in 'Pink Moon', while Karen's solo songs will be in 'Green Star'. Proceed to the above mentioned site to vote! It's at the bottom of the page. You have until the 16th of this month to vote! Please contact me if you require assistance!
Lots of things happening, friends! Get pumped!
Top Comment: Alright, there's a lot to unpack here, so keep reading! On October 21st (the day after the anniversary), ClariS will be releasing their second BEST ...