In 1997, U2 surprised their fanbase by releasing Pop, an album that explored more indie, electro/dance aspects. Three years later, All That You Can’t Leave Behind, saw Bono’s band return to more familiar ground that was by no means less interesting. Briton Brian Eno and Quebecois Daniel Lanois were secured by the Irish band to produce the album. The legendary partnership was historically inseparable through their joint work on U2’s The Unforgettable Fire, The Joshua Tree and Achtung Baby. From the opening Beautiful Day, all elements that make up U2’s DNA are reunited: The Edge’s sublime echo-drenched guitars drenched, progressive rhythmic guitar from Larry Mullen’s progressive rhythmic guitar, and Bono’s singing that crescendos like his life depends on it. On tracks like Stuck in a Moment You Can’t Get Out Of, the gospel singing provides a touch of radiance. The spontaneous and effective rock’n’roll riff on Elevation is irresistible. Twenty years later, All That You Can’t Leave Behind has lost none of its magic, it’s confident, accessible and packed arena-worthy melodies, All That You Can’t Leave Behind. This luxurious reissue features the original album along with an array of bonus content: B sides, demos and remixes by the likes of Paul Van Dyk, Nightmares on Wax and Wyclef Jean, as well as an impeccable live performance, recorded in 2001 at Boston’s Fleet Center, to remind us that the stage is U2’s preferred stomping ground. © Clothilde Maréchal/Qobuz