U2

U2 is an Irish rock band formed in Dublin in 1976 by Bono, the Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. They rose to international fame in the 1980s with albums such as The Joshua Tree and Achtung Baby, blending post-punk roots with expansive rock anthems and socially conscious lyrics. The group has won 22 Grammy Awards and is one of the best-selling music acts worldwide. Their sound evolved from early post-punk and alternative rock into stadium rock, electronic experimentation and roots influences. Key collaborators include producers Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois. U2 remains active with extensive touring and humanitarian work.