U2 the definitive biography

"John Jobling takes readers beyond the myth in this unauthorized biography to present the first comprehensive account of the illustrious Irish rockers in 25 years. Drawing on extensive interviews with insiders including record label scouts, studio presidents, politicians, music critics, and childhoo...

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Main Author: Jobling, John, 1980-
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Thomas Dunne Books, 2014.
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