U2
U2 Live at Glastonbury Festival performing Sunday Bloody Sunday
On June 24, 2011, U2 delivered a powerful rendition of "Sunday Bloody Sunday" at the Glastonbury Festival, marking a notable moment in their extensive career. Leading up to this live recording, the band had released their critically acclaimed album "No Line on the Horizon" in 2009. This album showcased their evolution as artists, blending rock with experimental sounds, but it was the emotional weight of their live performances that resonated with fans at Glastonbury. Notably, during the festival, U2 paid homage to the rich history of the events depicted in "Sunday Bloody Sunday," a song that reflects their legacy of addressing social and political issues through music. Having faced challenges related to scheduling and lineup changes in the past, this performance reaffirmed U2's status as rock titans, uniting thousands in shared passion and solidarity.