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U2 releases new album after nearly a decade

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The Guardian reports that U2 has released a new album with new songs. The outlet says the music is impassioned and rejuvenated. The band's last album was released nearly a decade ago.

Why it matters

This is the first new album from the band in nearly a decade.

Sources

  1. The Guardian: U2: Carnaval de Luz review – rousing, restorative rock from a band ready to take on the world again

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