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The Joshua Tree - U2
This week we head out into wide open spaces with The Joshua Tree by U2. An album that feels as big as the desert itself, blending soaring anthems with reflective, searching moments that defined the band at their peak. From spiritual longing to American landscapes, this record captures a sense of journey, hope, and tension that still resonates decades later.
We talk through the iconic hits, the atmospheric deep cuts, and the themes that run throughout the album. Which tracks still stand tall? Which ones don’t hit the same? And where do the best beat and best bar land on a record this…
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