How was the band U2 formed?

Answer 1

the band's big break came at a talent show in Limerick, Ireland, in March, 1978. With CBS Records' Jackie Hayden judging, U2 (they had just changed their name again) won the contest, earning a £500 prize and studio time to record their first demo. Shortly after the talent show contest, the band convinced a Dublin businessman named Paul McGuinness to manage them. Now out of school, the band played as many shows as possible in and around Dublin, trying to build up a local fan base. In September, 1979, U2 released its first single, an Irish-only release called "U2:3" which topped the national charts. In December of that year, U2 traveled to London for its first shows outside Ireland, but struggled to get attention from music fans and critics. After continuing to build a large following inside Ireland, and after the success of a second Irish-only single, Island Records signed U2 to its first international contract in March, 1980. The first album to come from that agreement was Boy, released in October of that year. The album offered a fresh, new sound that earned rave reviews in both the Irish and UK press. Bono's lyrics tackled subjects like faith, spirituality, and death -- subjects generally avoided by even the most seasoned rock acts. U2's first tour outside the UK helped develop new fan bases in other parts of Europe and in the United States, where strong club shows helped propel Boy briefly onto the U.S. album charts.

Answer 2

On 25 September, 1976, seven teenagers from Mount Temple Comprehensive School in Dublin met up in Larry Mullen's kitchen. Larry had posted an advert on the school bulletin board asking for fellow musicians. Three of these lads later dropped out (including Dik Evans, brother of The Edge), but the other four have been going strong ever since.

Answer 3

When they were 14 and 15 and in high school - 25 September, 1976.

Answer 4

The drummer, Larry Muller Jr. placed a note in their school. All the formal members responded and so did the edge's brother. He left the band before the first record..

Answer 5

In 1976, responding to an ad by drummer Larry Clayton, U2 was formed. At the time they were known as Feedback. The band finally settled on the name U2 in 1977.

Answer 6

Dublin, Ireland

Answer 7

U2 formed On 25 September,

Answer 8

1976