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U2 Releases Easter Lily EP, Reflecting on Mortality and Community

4/8/2026

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U2, the Irish rock band, released the six-track EP Easter Lily on April 3, 2026.
The EP explores mortality and community, contrasting with Days of Ash, which was politically charged.
David Howell Evans, known as The Edge, leads with Song for Hal to honor producer Hal Willner.
Paul David Hewson, known as Bono, delivers mature vocals, especially on the closing track COEXIST, as U2 nears its 50th anniversary.

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Story summary

U2, the Irish rock band, released the six-track EP Easter Lily on April 3, 2026.
The EP explores mortality and community, contrasting with Days of Ash, which was politically charged.
David Howell Evans, known as The Edge, leads with Song for Hal to honor producer Hal Willner.
Paul David Hewson, known as Bono, delivers mature vocals, especially on the closing track COEXIST, as U2 nears its 50th anniversary.