Product ReviewsThe Unforgettable Fire by U2 (CD, Oct-1990, Island (Label))

Another U2 Masterpiece

The Unforgettable Fire was, aptly, the spark that generated a blaze that would have repercussions throughout U2's career. The young, religious and rebellious foursome had already conquered Ireland, but it took a production team made up of an Englishman and a French Canadian to guide a decidedly American album into the American consciousness and worldwide fame. For their fourth album, U2 looked to Brian Eno, who had just formed a partnership with Daniel Lanois, for guidance. Eno had previously produced the legendary `Berlin' trilogy with David Bowie, a series of landmark albums by the Talking Heads, and the first albums from art-pop new wave band Devo. Lanois had played guitar and pedal steel on Raffi records. But together, they emerged as the pre-eminent production duo who produced not only The Unforgettable Fire, but also Peter Gabriel's So, and U2's gargantuan hit, The Joshua Tree. U2 also looked to the history of their home country for guidance in recording at Slane Castle. The name of the album itself was taken from a series of photographs depicting the aftermath of the atomic bomb blasts at Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This confluence of cultures and ideas provided a much-needed turning point for the band.Read full review...

This is an unforgettable album!

Classic U2 album form their best time ever! Impossible not to own it!
I first bought more than 20 years ago, in the LP format when it was released For a long time I didn't listen to it. Just now I notice how actual the songs are and how pure they sound as pure and distinctive is The Edge's guitar unbelievable unmistakable. You listen to it, You that's U2.Read full review...

soundsgreat

sounds great

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U2 at the greatest.

Great CD, just as I remember it from the 80’s. Thank you.

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The Unforgettable Fire - U2 (CD 1990)

Great CD to OWN! All song are up to speed & woderfully master.
I purchase this CD because of the pricing & the artist stlylish
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Good music

An enjoyable CD by U2. I once owned these CDs before and had to reduce my collection of music. I am once again rebuilding that collection. U2 has always been a favorite of mine and hopefully yours.

Another U2 classic

Another must have album of U2, This is the first album collaborating with Eno/Lanois. The sounds are both visceral and ethereal at the same instant. Try doing that on your casio! "Pride" worth the cost of the album alone.Read full review...

Incredible Fire

Love this cd, it is not very well known - but there are some great songs. Very happy with my purchase.

U2 - Unforgettable Fire

a classic album, a musty have for any U2 fan. a good education for any rock and roll student, great guitar work and drums. very creative album, actually one of their best efforts.