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Adam Clayton

Adam Clayton

Irish rock musician, bass player of U2

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  • 3h ago

    U2 announce 2027 tour opening in Mexico City on 23 February, with new single The Greatest Show On Earth

    The band's Carnaval De Luz presents: The Greatest Show On Earth tour begins in Mexico City on 23 February 2027, with six Latin American shows so far. Europe and North America dates are due in the coming weeks.

  • Sep 24

    U2 plays surprise Dublin concerts to mark 50th anniversary and announces album

    The Irish rock quartet performed at their former Dublin school and Bewley's Oriental Café on 25 September 2026, previewing tracks from their upcoming sixteenth album Carnaval de Luz.

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