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U2's Adam Clayton Showcases $1 Million Bass Guitar Collection

10/21/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Adam Clayton, U2 bassist, is exhibiting 18 of his bass guitars in a three-week exhibit at the Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge, Co Kildare, from October 20 to November 9, 2025.
The collection includes instruments used during U2 tours.
Each instrument is valued at $20,000–$60,000.
The collection will be auctioned in Nashville on November 20–21, 2025.
A portion of the auction proceeds will benefit MusiCares.

History

Historical Context

U2's "The Joshua Tree" tour, which ran from April to December 1987, marked a pivotal moment in the band's rise to global fame, grossing $56 million and selling over 3 million tickets. The album, released on March 9, 1987, sold 25 million copies worldwide, solidifying U2's status as a leading rock band and influencing their future musical direction and philanthropic efforts.

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Story summary

Adam Clayton, U2 bassist, is exhibiting 18 of his bass guitars in a three-week exhibit at the Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge, Co Kildare, from October 20 to November 9, 2025.
The collection includes instruments used during U2 tours.
Each instrument is valued at $20,000–$60,000.
The collection will be auctioned in Nashville on November 20–21, 2025.
A portion of the auction proceeds will benefit MusiCares.

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