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U2 has surprise-released a new EP titled 'Days of Ash,' featuring six politically charged songs. The EP touches on themes of conflict and social issues, with a guest appearance by Ed Sheeran, indicating the band's continued engagement with contemporary global events through their music.

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rolling-stoneMostly Factual190d ago

U2 Surprise Drop Politically-Charged ‘Days of Ash’ EP With Six New Songs

The collection delves into ICE, Israel, the West Bank, Ukraine, Iran — and features a guest vocal by Ed Sheeran

By Andy Greene

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nmeMostly Factual190d ago

U2 surprise release politically-charged ‘Days Of Ash’ EP: “These songs were impatient to be out in the world. They are songs of defiance and dismay”

Bono and co. have also announced the return of their fanzine, ‘Propaganda’, which features interviews, commentary from members, and more The post U2 surprise release politically-charged ‘Days Of Ash’ EP: “These songs were impatient to be out in the world. They are songs of defiance and dismay” appeared first on NME.

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U2 Surprise Drop Politically-Charged ‘Days of Ash’ EP With Six New Songs

U2 surprise release politically-charged ‘Days Of Ash’ EP: “These songs were impatient to be out in the world. They are songs of defiance and dismay”

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U2 surprise release politically-charged ‘Days Of Ash’ EP: “These songs were impatient to be out in the world. They are songs of defiance and dismay”

U2 Surprise Drop Politically-Charged ‘Days of Ash’ EP With Six New Songs

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