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Pitchfork chats with Eno, Lanois, about U2

U2’s The Unforgettable Fire is a classic record from a band at its peak—and changing directions. When it was made, the Irish band had established themselves as purveyors of a big rock sound—loud guitars and playing that blew listeners away. But they wanted to prove they had some range, so they sought out Brian Eno for a much more nuanced sound. Eno at the time had been designing complex ambient soundscapes on his own records with Daniel Lanois, and though the former was a highly sought-after producer, it was Lanois that Eno suggested U2 bring on board.
Both of them produced the album, with Lanois having more experience with traditional production. Pitchfork spoke to both of them as the record is about to be re-released, asking them about how they knew each other and what it was like working with Bono. It’s a pretty short but sweet little Q/A, giving you a sense of both men’s personalities, as well as what both brought to the table.
In any case, concert tickets for U2 can be pretty hard to get, but if they’re going to be playing the songs from The Unforgettable Fire, they are definitely worth seeking out.