Live from Paris – Hippodrome de Vincennes, Paris, 4th July 1987
U2 · 2007
85 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · pop rock · post-punk
A vibrant concert experience infused with raw energy, political fervor, and heartfelt anthems that define U2's early sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- raw energy of live performance
- political fervor and passion
- dynamic concert experience arc
- cathartic sing-along moments
- wave-like pacing with intensity
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer studio polish over live
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Parisian concert energy· civil rights tribute
- Career context
- Released in 2007, this live album captures U2 during their ascent to global rock dominance following the critical success of 'The Joshua Tree' in 1987. The recording features a performance from the band's 'The Unforgettable Fire' tour, a pivotal moment that solidified their reputation as activists and rock icons. By this time, U2 had established themselves as a major force in music, blending personal and political themes in their work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Coldplay· Radiohead· The Killers
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Live/1975–85 by Bruce Springsteen — Captures raw concert energy and heartfelt anthems with similar political themes.Document by R.E.M. — Shares anthemic melodies and political urgency, reflecting late '80s societal concerns.London Calling by The Clash — Combines punk rock energy with social commentary, echoing U2's activist spirit.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Will Follow 3:59
- 2 Trip Through Your Wires 3:34
- 3 I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For 5:26
- 4 MLK 1:27
- 5 The Unforgettable Fire 4:40
- 6 Sunday Bloody Sunday 5:33
- 7 Exit 4:12
- 8 In God’s Country 2:52
- 9 The Electric Co. 4:33
- 10 Bad 7:04
- 11 October 2:05
- 12 New Year’s Day 4:45
- 13 Pride (In the Name of Love) 4:56
- 14 Bullet the Blue Sky 4:54
- 15 Running to Stand Still 4:08
- 16 With or Without You 9:59
- 17 Party Girl 4:12
- 18 “40” 6:47
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