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U2 reunite with Brian Eno for secret London show ahead of new album
U2 played a secret concert at Tate Modern in London on Nov.
3, performing new songs and familiar hits.
The show took place in the museum’s small Tanks venue and was recorded for the BBC.
Brian Eno’s artwork filled the room, linking the performance to the longtime producer and musician, who attended.
The concert came ahead of U2’s 16th studio album, *Carnaval de Luze*, due Nov.
13; one source spells the title *Carnaval De Luz*.
The band debuted songs from the album alongside classics including “Bad” and “The Unforgettable Fire.”
U2’s full lineup includes drummer Larry Mullen Jr., who had missed the band’s 2023–24 Las Vegas Sphere shows after neck surgery.
The BBC plans to broadcast the concert later this month, while U2’s tour is set to begin in 2027 and continue into 2028.
U2 played a secret, recorded concert at Tate Modern in London on November 3.
The show featured songs from the band’s forthcoming album Carnaval De Luz and classic tracks.
Brian Eno’s artwork, 77 Million Paintings, was projected around the venue, and Eno joined the band onstage for the closing song.
The concert took place in The Tanks, an intimate space beneath the museum, and was recorded for the BBC.
U2’s 16th studio album, Carnaval De Luz, was due for release on November 13.
- Who
- U2 performed, with Brian Eno joining them onstage for the closing song.
- What
- The band played a secret concert featuring new songs and older tracks. The show was recorded for the BBC.
- When
- November 3, 2026.
- Where
- The Tanks at Tate Modern in London.
- Why
- The concert celebrated Brian Eno and was held in connection with U2’s forthcoming album, Carnaval De Luz.
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U2 held 50-year anniversary celebration gigs in Dublin.
U2 played and recorded the secret concert at Tate Modern in London.
U2’s album Carnaval De Luz was scheduled for release.
The BBC was due to broadcast the concert on television and iPlayer.
U2’s planned tour was due to begin.
- Venue
- The Tanks at Tate Modern, London
- Concert date
- November 3, 2026
- New album
- Carnaval De Luz
- Album release
- November 13, 2026
- Artwork
- 77 Million Paintings by Brian Eno
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We’re here to celebrate the work of Brian tonight
what a privilege it was