The Edge
United KingdommusicianMaleb. 19618.0Global Dominance: 0.01%The Edge, born David Howell Evans, is a renowned Irish musician and songwriter, best known as the lead guitarist and keyboardist of the iconic rock band U2. With a career spanning over four decades, The Edge has played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of modern rock music. He is also recognized for his innovative guitar techniques and use of effects, which have become a hallmark of U2's music. In addition to his work with the band, The Edge has been involved in various philanthropic efforts and business ventures, including real estate investments. Recently, he made headlines with the sale of The Clarence Hotel, which he co-owned for over thirty years.
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The Edge, also from U2, was part of the performance at the event.
Obama moved to tears by wife Michelle's speech at new presidential centreUnited Kingdom· 2026-06-19
The Edge is the guitarist for U2 who performed at The Sphere in Las Vegas.
How Dave Grohl’s chance meeting with a Kerry hitchhiker led to him forming the Foo Fighters – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-05-27
The Edge contributes to U2's new music, showcasing a shift in their sound and lyrical themes.
U2: Days of Ash review – six new tracks reaffirm the band as a vital political voice | U2United Kingdom· 2026-02-18
The Edge is mentioned in a joke about Bateman trying to identify his clothing brand.
From incel culture to the White House: American Psycho’s dark hold on modern masculinity | American PsychoUnited Kingdom· 2026-01-29
The Edge emphasized that the suffering in Gaza is a test of our shared humanity.
U2 members speak out on Gaza: ‘A test of our shared humanity’
United States· 2025-08-11
The Edge often performs at Club 55 alongside Bono.
Beyoncé, Leonardo DiCaprio, Rihanna, Sharon Stone, Madonna, Timothée Chalamet... les stars se pressent chaque été dans les Alpes-Maritimes et le Var, voici leurs lieux préférés
Monaco· 2025-07-13
The Edge of U2 was present at Sin-é during a surprise visit.
Founder of NYC music venue where stars including Sineád O’Connor performed – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-31
The Edge is the guitarist of U2 and had a youthful crush on Bono's wife, Alison Stewart.
A punch-to-the-guts stage show once you get past the Bono-ness of it all – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-29
The Edge sings a modified version of My Way to illustrate how he always gets the last word.
'We want to make the sound of the future'United Kingdom· 2025-05-23
While the singer made his acceptance speech, The Edge, real name David Evans, began to strum the chords of their war song Sunday Bloody Sunday.
Bono calls for end to war in Gaza as U2 perform Sunday Bloody Sunday at Ivor Novello awards – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-23
The Edge is Bono's faithful guitarist and walked the red carpet with him.
por qué Bono fue la estrella indiscutida de una noche nublada
Argentina· 2025-05-18
The Edge is mentioned as a member of U2 and a friend of Bono.
‘You wrote this story. The Edge wrote this story. Adam and Larry wrote this story. McGuinness wrote this story’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-17
The Edge’s wife Morleigh Steinberg opposed a proposed development in Killiney.
Killiney development opposed by wives of U2’s Bono and The Edge refused planning permission – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-15
The Edge's wife, Ali Hewson, is also objecting to the property development plans.
buy up all surrounding houses – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-13
The Edge is married to Morleigh Steinberg, who opposed the housing development.
U2’s Killiney friends worry about being overcome by sewage – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-30
U2 will receive the Ivors Academy fellowship at this year’s Ivors.
U2 make history with UK songwriting award – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-21The Edge was also an owner of Keywell DAC, which ended its connection with The Clarence Hotel.
Dean Hotel Group paid €18m cash for The Clarence – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-17
