Don't Let It Get Away: The True Story of U2's 'Beautiful Day'

Welcome to Season 3 of Encore! When the Landmark Las Vegas sphere opened up in September of 2023, with its $2.3 Billion dollar price tag, its 300 tons of steel, 16K resolution screens, 1,600 speakers and 4D machines capable of pumping in wind, scent and more into the venue… There was never any doubt that there was only one band in the world capable of matching the Sphere’s fantastical ambitions… and that band was the Iconic U2. Officially forming in 1976,U2 had an unbelievably successful run from around 1980 all the way through to about 1997, culminating with their first Best of Collection released in ‘98 with such classics as Pride (In The Name Of Love), New Year’s Day, Sunday Bloody Sunday, Desire, and many more. Normally, in any band’s career - this would probably be enough - you’ve had the better part of 20 years on top, with critical and commercial success rivaling *literally* any artist that ever lived - it’s probably time to realize that your best days are behind you. Right? U2 did *not* get that particular memo to take it easy, because they did none of the above, and as the world prepared to roll over into a brand new millennium... U2 knew there was plenty of a ‘Beautiful Day’ to be had. This is the story of U2's comeback single, the iconic 'Beautiful Day' with newly unearthed audio from the band. Also features audio from the official Making Of Beautiful Day Music Video Encore is now available on the following Radio Stations in Canada! Newstalk 1010 610 CKTB 580 CFRA Ottawa AM 1150 CFAX 1070 AM800 CKLW CJAD 800 Check your local listings for air times