U2 Celebrates 20th Anniversary of How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb with Special Reissue and Unseen Tracks
U2 is gearing up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their impactful album How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, originally released in 2004 and featuring hits like Vertigo. This upcoming release, aptly named the Re-Assemble Edition, is set to drop on November 22 through Interscope Records.
This refreshed version of the album features not only a remastered edition of the original tracks but also introduces several previously unreleased songs, including the newly available tracks Country Mile and Picture of You (X+W). The Edge reflected on the creative energy during the album’s original sessions, emphasizing that it was a time filled with inspiration as the band revisited their musical roots. He mentioned that Bono was deeply engaged in processing personal events, particularly the loss of his father, which encouraged introspection during the recording process.
To mark this anniversary, The Edge delved into his collection of unreleased material, expressing excitement about discovering hidden gems that resonate with the band’s original vision for the album. He revealed that the band ultimately selected ten standout tracks that he believes highlight their genuine musical exploration.
According to The Edge, this special edition captures a raw energy and serves as a sonic narrative showcasing the synergy of the four band members during their creative process. It’s described as a pure U2 experience that reflects a significant moment in their musical journey.
The tracklist for the How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb (Re-Assemble Edition) includes:
- Vertigo (Remastered 2024)
- 2. Miracle Drug (Remastered 2024)
- 3. Sometimes You Can’t Make It on Your Own (Remastered 2024)
- 4. Love and Peace or Else (Remastered 2024)
- 5. City of Blinding Lights (Remastered 2024)
- 6. All Because of You (Remastered 2024)
- 7. A Man and a Woman (Remastered 2024)
- 8. Crumbs From Your Table (Remastered 2024)
- 9. One Step Closer (Remastered 2024)
- 10. Original of the Species (Remastered 2024)
- 11. Yahweh (Remastered 2024)
- 12. Fast Cars (Remastered 2024)
- 13. Picture of You (X+W)
- 14. Evidence of Life
- 15. Luckiest Man in the World
- 16. Treason
- 17. I Don’t Wanna See You Smile
- 18. Country Mile
- 19. Happiness
- 20. Are You Gonna Wait Forever?
- 21. Theme From ‘The Batman’
- 22. All Because of You 2
With this anniversary edition, U2 aims to remind fans of the magic captured during a critical phase of their artistry, providing an opportunity to reconnect with the music that has resonated for two decades.