U2: Carnaval de Luz review – rousing, restorative rock from a band ready to take on the world again

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According to The Guardian, U2 has made a successful return with 'Carnaval de Luz', their first album of new songs in nearly a decade. Critic Dave Simpson notes that with drummer Larry Mullen Jr. back in the fold, the Dublin-based band sounds rejuvenated and brimming with confidence. Bono has described the album's intent as creating a 'defiantly joyful' atmosphere to counter current anxious times. The record features powerful guitar-driven tracks and spiritual themes reminiscent of the band's 1980s and 90s peak. A notable inclusion is the final track, 'Torn', a hymnal duet featuring the late Dolly Parton in her final vocal performance. The Guardian review concludes that this is some of the band's best work in over 30 years.