U2's Upcoming Album Features Dolly Parton's Final Vocals
WHO:
Variety - U2 is the band releasing the album.
Variety - Dolly Parton is featured on the album and is noted to have provided her final recorded vocal performance.
Rolling Stone Music - Bono is the lead vocalist of U2.
WHAT:
ABC News - The album "Carnaval De Luz" will feature a new single titled "Silencio," described as a punk ranger.
ABC News - The album is U2's 16th studio album and marks their first album of new material in nine years.
ABC News - The duet called "Torn" is the album's closing track.
ABC News - Bono stated, "I cannot believe that's an 80-year-old woman," referring to Dolly Parton's performance.
ABC News - Bono mentioned that he first approached Parton for a collaboration on an unreleased side project inspired by Irish folk music.
ABC News - Parton told Bono that the side project was "a little too Irish for me."
ABC News - The album's producer Garret "Jacknife" Lee stated that Parton was "proud of her vocal and recording."
ABC News - The album "Carnaval De Luz" is the 16th studio album from U2.
ABC News - Bono stated, "And you can hear that," referring to Dolly Parton's performance on the album.
US Magazine - Bono mentioned that the song "Torn" was recorded two months before Dolly Parton's death.
ABC News - The closing track of the album "Torn" features Dolly Parton sharing writing credits with U2 and Snow Patrol's Johnny McDaid.
ABC News - Bono stated, "She sang her heart out," referring to Dolly Parton's performance on the album.
ABC News - The song "Torn" was recorded in June.
ABC News - Producer Garret "Jacknife" Lee mentioned that Parton approved the final mix and was "proud of her vocal and recording."
Pitchfork - The album "Carnaval De Luz" includes a track titled "Torn," which features Dolly Parton’s last-recorded vocal performance.
Rolling Stone Music - Bono stated, “She got out of her bed to sing this song,” referring to Dolly Parton's participation in the album.
Variety - U2's upcoming album is titled "Carnaval De Luz."
Variety - The album is U2's first full-length recording in nine years.
Rolling Stone Music - The album will include a new single titled "Silencio," described as a punk ranger.
WHEN:
ABC News - "Carnaval De Luz" will be released on November 13, 2026.
Variety - "Carnaval De Luz" is set for release on November 12.
Rolling Stone Music - The album is scheduled to be released on November 13.
WHY:
Variety - The album's release marks a significant return for U2 after a long hiatus.
HOW:
Variety - The album is being released under Interscope Records.
(UPDATED September 25, 2026 07:58 UTC)
U2 is set to release their 16th studio album, "Carnaval De Luz," which will feature a new single titled "Silencio," described as a punk ranger. This marks the band's first album of new material in nine years, exciting fans around the world. With its unique sound and long-awaited arrival, "Carnaval De Luz" is generating significant buzz in the music community.
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(UPDATED September 25, 2026 03:58 UTC)
The closing track of the album is a duet called "Torn," which features a standout performance by Dolly Parton. Bono expressed his amazement at Parton's talent, stating, "I cannot believe that's an 80-year-old woman," and revealed that he initially approached her for a collaboration on an unreleased side project inspired by Irish folk music. Parton, however, felt the project was "a little too Irish for me," but the album's producer, Garret "Jacknife" Lee, noted that she was "proud of her vocal and recording."
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(UPDATED September 25, 2026 02:59 UTC)
U2 has just released their 16th studio album titled "Carnaval De Luz." Bono highlighted Dolly Parton's performance on the album, stating, "And you can hear that." He also revealed that the song "Torn" was recorded just two months before Parton's passing.
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(UPDATED September 25, 2026 01:20 UTC)
The closing track of the album "Torn" features Dolly Parton sharing writing credits with U2 and Johnny McDaid from Snow Patrol, and Bono praised her performance by saying, "She sang her heart out." Producer Garret "Jacknife" Lee noted that Parton approved the final mix and expressed pride in her vocal and recording contributions. Fans can look forward to the release of "Carnaval De Luz" on November 13, 2026.
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(UPDATED September 24, 2026 18:59 UTC)
The album "Carnaval De Luz" features a track titled "Torn," which includes Dolly Parton’s last-recorded vocal performance. This significant moment in music was highlighted by Pitchfork at 18:59 UTC. Fans of Parton and music enthusiasts alike are eagerly anticipating the release of this album.
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(UPDATED September 24, 2026 17:58 UTC)
In a recent announcement, Bono praised Dolly Parton's involvement in his upcoming album, saying, “She got out of her bed to sing this song.” This collaboration has generated excitement among fans and music enthusiasts alike. As the release date approaches, many are eager to hear what this unique partnership will bring to the music scene.
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(UPDATED September 24, 2026 17:01 UTC)
U2 is set to release their first full-length album in nine years, titled "Carnaval De Luz," on November 12, featuring a new single called "Silencio." The album will also include a special appearance by Dolly Parton, who is noted to have provided her final recorded vocal performance for this project. Released under Interscope Records, this album marks a significant return for the band, with Bono leading the vocals as they make their comeback.