U2 Unveil Immersive Concert Film at Sphere

Almost a full year after opening the Sphere, U2 is set to release a concert film that chronicles their Las Vegas residency.

On August 21, 2024, the band announced the new concert film, titled “V-U2: An Immersive Concert Film.” The trailer starts with The Edge walking in the venue, bringing a sense of anticipation to fans. This 72-minute concert film will be exclusive to the Sphere. Fans who want to relive the experience or missed the live shows will need to make their way to Las Vegas.

U2 has a notable history of releasing iconic concert films. They have previously captured their legendary performances at Red Rocks, the 2001 show at Slane Castle, and their return to Paris in 2015.

The trailer features “Zoo Station” playing as The Edge watches visuals displayed on the venue’s impressive 16K resolution screen. The desert landscape from “Where the Streets Have No Name” follows. A smiling Edge says to the camera, “After all these years, I get to see a U2 show.”

A pre-sale for U2.com subscribers will be held on August 22 at 10 am PT. General ticket sales will begin the following day on August 23 at the same time. Ticket prices start at $100, including an all-in price. The concert film is set to premiere on September 5, 2024. Some fans will also get the chance to attend a special sneak preview screening on September 3.

The film is directed by The Edge and his wife, Morleigh Steinberg. The official announcement from the Sphere mentions that “V-U2” was filmed using the groundbreaking Big Sky camera system. Additionally, the sound system is designed to make viewers feel the full experience of the show.

From September 29, 2023, to March 2, 2024, U2 held a 40-night residency in Las Vegas at the Sphere. The shows were centered around the band’s 1991 album, Achtung Baby, which they played in full for the first time in concert. Songs like “So Cruel” and “Love Is Blindness,” which had not been performed for decades, were part of the setlist.

During the residency, U2 members Bono, The Edge, and Adam Clayton were present. However, drummer Larry Mullen Jr. was unable to perform due to health issues. Bram van den Berg, known for his work with the band Krezip, filled in admirably for Mullen.

Each night, U2 opened the show with a sequence similar to their ZooTV Tour. Between Achtung Baby songs, they played four acoustic tracks. These included old hits like “All I Want Is You” and “Angel of Harlem.” Some nights featured deeper cuts like “Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home)” and “Peace on Earth.”

The release of this concert film offers fans a chance to experience the residency in a new way. It will be fascinating to see which songs and visuals they include in the 72-minute runtime.

Source: ClutchPoints