This Day In U2 History

August 29

U2 History on this Day

• On a chart dated August 29, 1981, “Fire” peaks at #35 in the UK Official Charts. (1981)
• U2 perform their first ever concert in New Zealand. (1984)
• U2 kick off The Unforgettable Fire tour with a show in Christchurch, NZ. (1984)

U2 Single Releases on This Day

• "40" (How Long) Single by U2 (Originally released: 1983-08-29)

All Releases Containing U2 on This Day

• 11 O'Clock Tick Tock 40th Anniversary Edition Single by U2 (Originally released: 2020-08-29)
• Electrical Storm Promotional Release by U2 (Originally released: 2002-08-29)
• "40" (How Long) Single by U2 (Originally released: 1983-08-29)

U2 Shows on This Day

• 1981: Gateshead International Stadium, Gateshead, England [U2]
• 1984: Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch, New Zealand [U2]
• 1992: Yankee Stadium, New York, NY, USA [U2]

News Stories on This Day

• 2023-08-29: Sphere Shows Selling Well (Original Story)
• 2019-08-29: Wrap Up: U2.Com store, Downloads, Upcoming Shows (Original Story)
• 2018-08-29: U2 Rehearsals in Berlin (Original Story)
• 2017-08-29: “The Blackout” is imminent! (Original Story)