New Music on the Horizon for U2?

Fresh off of Bono’s big honor on Saturday, where he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, considered the nation’s highest civilian honor, U2 guitarist The Edge has revealed that new U2 music is definitely on the horizon.

“We never turned it into work. We’ve always had fun,” he told the Sodajerker on Songwriting podcast. “I just love making music and it’s still a thrill being around Adam and Larry and Bono when we’re working together.”

“And I have to tell you, we’re working on a lot of new songs,” he then shared. “There might be a new U2 song happening very soon, which you’ll hear about.”

The Edge didn’t offer any details though, noting, “Can’t say any more than that, but we’re in a great place creatively.”

Bono was recognized for his work co-founding the ONE and (RED) organizations to assist in the fight against AIDS and poverty, as well as his work bringing politicians together to create the United States PEPFAR AIDS program.

“The Presidential Medal of Freedom is awarded to Bono. As lead singer of U2, one of the most successful rock bands in history, Bono changes the world through his art and activism,” read the citation for Bono, which was read by the military as he received his honor. “The common beat of his life’s work is the power of freedom, a tie that also binds Ireland and America as beloved friends.” 

Other recipients of this year’s Presidential Medal of Freedom include Denzel Washington, Michael J. Fox, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Magic Johnson, Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, chef José Andrés and designer Ralph Lauren.