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U218 Singles

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U2 U2 18 SINGLES (CD+DVD)

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Whittling down the back catalog of one of the most popular and respected bands of the last quarter-century to a single-disc collection is bound to inspire argument and dissent from the fans and faithful over what is included--and all that gets left behind--and U2's 26-year career is as celebrated and beloved as any band of their generation. U218 Singles doesn't try to please everyone, wisely sticking to the acknowledged high points (and there are many) between 1983's War and 2004's How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb. Nitpickers may quibble that the collection leans too heavily on the band's most popular albums and skips the (admirable if less anthemic) techno-pop tangents of Zooropa and Pop and the earnest energy of the Boy/October years, but the musical majesty accumulated here testifies to the undeniable power and emotion U2 can muster in a four-minute pop song. Two new Rick Rubin-produced tracks don't break new ground for the band, but both would fit snugly somewhere in the U2 canon--"Window in the Skies" is pure late-period arena rock with a typically towering falsetto chorus, while Green Day helps inject some October-era urgency into "The Saints Are Coming". The sum of these 18 tracks is a first-rate primer, perfect for that 10-year-old niece or nephew who thinks U2's big break was that iPod commercial. --Ben Heege

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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.75 x 5.5 x 1 inches; 9.87 Ounces
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Interscope Records
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 22, 2007
Label ‏ : ‎ Interscope Records
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000JJ4GW0
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2

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U2BELA

AWESOME...👏♡♡♡♡

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 5, 2022

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Loved that it got here before the estimated delivery date,
loved that is was in beautiful condition & doesn't skip. Thank you very to the seller, so appreciative. 100 ☆☆ 2U

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Erik J. Malvick

For The Very Casual Fan

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 21, 2006

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I am a huge U2 fan, and like many U2 fans, this compilation falls short. However, it has a purpose that is really not geared for the die hard fan. This album is meant to be a definitive collection of U2 songs over their career for the casual fan who may be new to the group. If one looks at it that way, this album is probably fine. This album is heavily weighted to the more recent popular albums (except "Pop" itself), and it does justice in picking those songs.

Unfortunately, as a 1 disc compilation it is forced to neglect some early gems, namely "I Will Follow", which at the least is a definitive U2 song. It also fails in the sense that the casual U2 fan may in fact be more interested in hearing the more obscure greats. It does well in picking from the Joshua Tree, War, and the Unforgettable Fire (Pride, New Years Day, Sunday Bloody Sunday, Where the Streets Have No Name, etc.) but it neglects songs off of Boy, October, and other greats off of Zooropa, Pop that would probably be worth while to the casual fan who is looking for something new without necessarily buying each individual album first.

In fact, I would say that if you are a new U2 fan and not aware of much pre- "All That You Can't Leave Behind" or "Achtung Baby", you might be better off buying the earlier compilations "Best of - 1980-1990 or 1990-2000" they give a better sampling of U2's best during those periods. However, if you are content with the popular stuff of the last 5 years, this album will do you just fine.

If you are a die hard fan who fails to see the purpose of this compilation, buy the two new songs online and don't support U2's effort here. Or, perhaps the DVD will appeal to you. Just realize that part of the reason of this compilation (and the previous ones) is to fill out a recording obligation, so that they can do more of what they want and perhaps go back and be a bit experimental as in the Achtung Baby / Zooropa days. The sooner they did this compilation, the sooner they can get to the new stuff.

As for the song selection. If you are a real die hard U2 fan like I am, you've probably recorded your own greatest hits to fit your own needs. If you haven't, do so. You're better off doing that than complaining about the track listing here. Let this album be enjoyed by those who are still learning U2. In 10 years, they could be the biggest fans just like you and I.

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John Slights

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When this came out back in 2006, I caved and bought this for the two new tracks. I reviewed this record a few years ago and gave it a pretty glowing review. I now regret that -- this is my re-review. I am as big a U2 fan as you can get -- I have all of their albums, both best-ofs, and nearly every CD single on the market of theirs. It is safe to say that I am a fanatical U2 fan, not to mention I have seen them six times. So the two stars are NOT because I don't like U2.

No, the two stars are because of the greed of the record companies. I have always thought that U2 has needed a boxed set. Kind of like Bob Dylan's 'Biograph' and Jimi Hendrix's more recent 'West Coast Seattle Boy.' U2, like Dylan, has plenty of great b-sides and other assorted rarities that never seem to make the cut on their albums. So instead of rehashing a useless, pointless singles collection, why not gather up all of the CD singles on several discs and issue their b-sides (including the remixes) all on a 4 or 5 disc collection? It makes sense. U2 needs a 'Complete Singles' boxed set.

Instead, we are treated to 16 songs U2 fans have time and time again and two new (for 2006, anyway) songs. The first, a cover of the old punk tune 'The Saints Are Coming' features Berkeley punk rockers Green Day. Yes, this track rocks. You get flashes of Green Day and U2 mixed together on this. It's an odd fusion, but it works. I'm not much of a Green Day fan these days (personally, I really didn't like '21st Century Breakdown' -- loved 'American Idiot' and I still do, but '21st Century Breakdown' was such a disappointment to me -- but that's another review), but they absolutely smoke here. This is an odd mix of bands, yes, but amazingly, it works.

'Window in the Skies' would not sound the least bit out of place on 2004's 'How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb,' if it had been recorded back then. This is a catchy tune, starting off with The Edge's trademark guitar chimes, and it escalates into a good pop rock anthem. This track is a great tune from U2, I just wish they would have included it on an album instead of this compilation -- it really is deserving of appearing on an album.

Now, the title is what frustrates me. Again, I go back to the box set theory. Wouldn't it make more sense to gather up ALL of U2's singles from 1980 to 2006 (when this compilation was released) instead of just 16 (18, counting the two new tracks which were singles)? Think about it. 'I Will Follow' is missing, 'Stay (Faraway, So Close!)' is missing, 'Staring at the Sun' is missing, 'Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses' is missing, 'Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me' (from the 'Batman Forever' soundtrack) is missing, and 'Even Better Than the Real Thing' is missing. I haven't even *begun* to touch on their other singles. It's ridiculous. Why they released this fresh on the heals of 2002's 'The Best of 1990-2000' is beyond me. It seems pointless.

Are you listening, Interscope Records? U2 is in dire need of a box set ASAP. This band has simply released too much great material AND b-sides to not have a box set. 'U218 Singles' is only recommended for the ***very*** casual fan and the devoted fan, just for the two new tracks. In fact, if it weren't for 'Window in the Skies,' this is easily a one-star disc. This is record company greed at its finest.

So, while I doubt any record executive will read my review, I hope the record companies and U2 get their act together and release a box set. Yeah, yeah the deluxe editions and reissues are nice, but a box set would be, to quote one of their songs, "even better than the real thing."

(By the way, the bonus DVD from Milan really is great -- I just wish there was more. It seems more like a sampling than anything. Maybe Interscope will release the complete DVD at a later date, but right now, this is the best we're going to get. Sigh.)

Recommended ONLY for the ****REALLY**** casual fans who have heard 'Beautiful Day' on the radio and want it for the car or the office and for the fanatical fans like myself for the two new songs, which are admittedly incredible.

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Globe

Excellent album and DVD

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 26, 2006

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If you already have everything U2 has ever done, the only reason to get this would be for the DVD. At only 10 songs, that may be a bit steep. It was worth it to me though. Great DVD by Hamish, in the quality of the Boston and Chicago shows.

"The Saints" was awesome on the album. Other than that, not necessarily a good deal unless you're new to U2. Pretty good selection, but missing some big ones like "Bad", probably because of time constraints on the CD. We'll just have to wait a few years for the Blu-Ray or HD-DVD audio greatest hits in 7.1 surround with 30 songs!

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John Collins

Great Music!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 29, 2011

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This is a great U2 CD/DVD combination. The U2 singles are pretty familiar to everyone, and this would be a good item to acquire if you could only afford one U2 CD or if you weren't sure whether you liked the band. The video is great - U2's concert in Milan, but I have found that women do not like it much for some reason. I can't see why not. Oh, well....I like it!

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Brian Curran

Bonus DVD worth the extra $$ vs. Singles alone

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 11, 2007

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I'm sure others have noted the Bonus LIVE DVD from Milan, an hour of concert footage from the outdoor show. While the U218 CD alone smells of a money-grab by the band's label, the Milan DVD is the spoonful of sugar that helps the medicine go down. Spectacular footage of Vertigo 06, highlighting the portions of show that were different than the indoor show (documented on the Chicago DVD).

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Christopher M. Downing

U2 in sight and sound

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 15, 2007

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Great combo of U2's recent and old stuff, with some great videos too boot. I would also pick up the separate U2 18 videos to complement this item since it is mostly music with some videos thrown in. Fans will like this and newbees will also like the live U2 stuff to give them a brief glimpse of the awesomeness associated with a live U2 show.

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Mr. G. D. Buchan

Brilliant live dvd included

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on April 26, 2019

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Worth every penny for the live dvd of Vertigo tour from Milan. Not the full concert but superb. From a massive U2 fan.

Dr Hameed Faheem

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on May 23, 2016

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Have all of the U2 albums so it was just addition to complete my collection

martin c.

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on December 29, 2016

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All ok.

Eli

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on November 10, 2017

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It's Fab!

maurice

U2 is the best

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on February 24, 2013

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Bought this for the bonus dvd. Very powerful live performance from Milan. Bono sings the part of Pavarotti in "Miss Sarajevo" in Italian for ten thousands italian people and they love it. Goose bumps.

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