Excitement as U2 unveils new single ‘Street of Dreams’ with Larry drumming
U2 has unveiled their latest single, “Street of Dreams,” teasing fans with a preview of their upcoming album, which will be their first release in nine years. The accompanying music video for the track, directed by Jacknife Lee and released on YouTube on July 7, showcases the band performing on top of a bus in plaza Santo Domingo, Mexico City. The video takes an unexpected turn when a thunderstorm interrupts the shoot, causing a generator failure that forces the band to relocate to a nearby balcony. Throughout the video, Bono engages with the Mexican crowd, adding a Spanish touch with lines like “La calle, calle de los sueños” (“The street, the street of dreams”).
One notable highlight of the new U2 release is the return of Larry Mullen Jr. to the drums. After a hiatus in 2023 for major neck and back surgeries, Mullen Jr. makes a triumphant comeback in “Street of Dreams.” Fans expressed their excitement at seeing him back in action, with one top comment on the YouTube video reading, “Great to see Larry behind the kit again.”
While the release date for U2’s new album is yet to be announced, Bono has confirmed that the band is still in the studio, working on an album that promises to be loud, vibrant, and tailored for live performances. According to Bono, “We are in the studio, still working towards a noisy, messy, ‘unreasonably colour xerox album to play LIVE… which is where U2 lives.”
The latest single release comes after U2’s six-track EP, “Days of Ash,” which debuted in February. This project focused on telling the stories of individuals whose lives were tragically cut short by conflicts, shedding light on powerful narratives from around the world. Bono remarked that the songs featured in “Days of Ash” were eager to be shared with the world, emphasizing the contrasting mood and themes of this EP compared to the forthcoming album.
U2’s influence in Mexico, dating back to the enormous success of their 1987 album “The Joshua Tree,” is showcased in the “Street of Dreams” music video, reinforcing the band’s enduring connection with their Mexican fanbase. The visual narrative captures the essence of the bustling streets of Mexico City and the resilience of the band in the face of unexpected challenges during the shoot.
With Larry Mullen Jr.’s impactful return and the band’s continued dedication to crafting an album tailored for live performances, fans can expect an exciting new chapter in U2’s music journey. Stay tuned for more updates on the release date and details of U2’s highly anticipated upcoming album.