"Shadows and Tall Trees" is the eleventh and final track from U2's debut album, Boy. On the track, The Edge plays an acoustic guitar, instead of an electric guitar (which is used on every other song on Boy). A demo of the song was issued on U2's 1978 demo EP, Early Demos. Shadows and Tall Trees was a staple of the band's live shows between 1978 and mid-1980, and the specific dates of thirteen performances are known. It has not been performed live since July 1980, and it was the only song from Boy that was not performed on the album's promotional tour. T… read more
"Shadows and Tall Trees" is the eleventh and final track from U2's debut album, Boy. On the track, The Edge plays an acoustic guitar, … read more
"Shadows and Tall Trees" is the eleventh and final track from U2's debut album, Boy. On the track, The Edge plays an acoustic guitar, instead of an electric guitar (which … read more
U2 is an Irish alternative rock band from Dublin formed in 1976. The group consists of Bono (lead vocals and rhythm guitar), the Edge (lead guitar, keyboards, and backing vocals), Adam Clayton (bass guitar), and Larry Mullen Jr. (drums and percussion). Initially rooted in post-punk, U2's musical style evolved throughout their career, yet has maintained an anthemic sound built on Bono's expressive vocals and the Edge's effects-based guitar textures. Their lyrics, often embellished with spiritual imagery, focus on personal and sociopolitical themes. Popular for their l… read more
U2 is an Irish alternative rock band from Dublin formed in 1976. The group consists of Bono (lead vocals and rhythm guitar), the Edge (lead guitar, keyboards, and backing vocals), Adam Cla… read more
U2 is an Irish alternative rock band from Dublin formed in 1976. The group consists of Bono (lead vocals and rhythm guitar), the Edge (lead guitar, keyboards, and backing vocals), Adam Clayton (bass guitar), and Larry Mullen Jr. (drum… read more