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U2: The definitive biography
The result of over a decade of exclusive interviews with U2’s closest friends and business associates, this is the most explosive and comprehensive biography of the biggest—and most secretive—rock-and-roll band in the world.
Author John Jobling charts their compelling rise to the top of the music industry, from their early days in Dublin as DIY post-punk champions to present day stadium rock behemoths. He reveals the driving force behind singer Bono’s high-profile politicking, and offers intimate insights into the making of their most celebrated albums, including The Joshua Tree and Achtung Baby.
This work throws new light on U2’s complex personal relationships and controversial business moves, and discovers a music empire at war with itself, struggling to preserve its soul in the face of unimaginable power and wealth. Crammed with startling revelations, this is the definitive account of an iconic rock band—both brilliant and flawed.
'Concise and compelling' - Tony Fletcher, Wall Street Journal
'Still haven't found what you're looking for? Then I suggest you search no further. The Definitive Biography is a fascinating, well-written, and utterly comprehensive narrative about one of the biggest and most important rock bands of our time' - Kent Hartman, author of The Wrecking The Inside Story of Rock and Roll's Best-Kept Secret
'Jobling presents a researched, knowing and briskly paced saga' - Publishers Weekly
'Jobling presents the first unauthorized biography of the iconic Irish band in their almost 40-year career... U2 fans will eat this up' – Booklist
John Jobling is a British film and music journalist. He is the former music editor of the UK lifestyle website Mansized and has also contributed to DotMusic, Total Film and Playstation Sports, among others. Over the years, he has interviewed such personalities as Michelle Pfeiffer, Gillian Anderson and Karen O.
Author John Jobling charts their compelling rise to the top of the music industry, from their early days in Dublin as DIY post-punk champions to present day stadium rock behemoths. He reveals the driving force behind singer Bono’s high-profile politicking, and offers intimate insights into the making of their most celebrated albums, including The Joshua Tree and Achtung Baby.
This work throws new light on U2’s complex personal relationships and controversial business moves, and discovers a music empire at war with itself, struggling to preserve its soul in the face of unimaginable power and wealth. Crammed with startling revelations, this is the definitive account of an iconic rock band—both brilliant and flawed.
'Concise and compelling' - Tony Fletcher, Wall Street Journal
'Still haven't found what you're looking for? Then I suggest you search no further. The Definitive Biography is a fascinating, well-written, and utterly comprehensive narrative about one of the biggest and most important rock bands of our time' - Kent Hartman, author of The Wrecking The Inside Story of Rock and Roll's Best-Kept Secret
'Jobling presents a researched, knowing and briskly paced saga' - Publishers Weekly
'Jobling presents the first unauthorized biography of the iconic Irish band in their almost 40-year career... U2 fans will eat this up' – Booklist
John Jobling is a British film and music journalist. He is the former music editor of the UK lifestyle website Mansized and has also contributed to DotMusic, Total Film and Playstation Sports, among others. Over the years, he has interviewed such personalities as Michelle Pfeiffer, Gillian Anderson and Karen O.
408 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 14, 2020
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