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Chosen by Q magazine
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Winner: The Edge
The Q Innovation In Sound Award this year is presented to The Edge. Known as Dave Evans to his mum and dad, The Edge took on the role of U2's guitarist when he answered an ad to join Larry Mullen Jr's band in late 70s Dublin. His trademark guitar sound - perfected with liberal use of the echo pedal - put U2 at the forefront of the new wave and took them into stadiums worldwide. As a multi-instrumentalist, Edge's talent has been showcased at notable events such as Red Rocks, Live Aid and the Zoo TV tour, while taking U2 into new sonic territory across albums like Achtung Baby and Zooropa. Along with his songwriting and vocal duties with U2, The Edge has also explored production and soundtrack work, most notably on 1987's The Captive. Q salutes The Edge's commitment to sound production today with this special award.
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2:47 PM | 30/10/2006
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Congratulations The Edge for your award. Your sound is unique. Greetings from Mexico City.
Posted by Patricia Banda at 2:40 AM | 31/10/2006 | Report Abuse
Congrats Edge !!! You're the best !!!
Posted by Florence at 5:15 AM | 31/10/2006 | Report Abuse
playing 2 notes with lot's of delay is not the sound of innovation.
Posted by Radsen at 8:08 AM | 31/10/2006 | Report Abuse
The way you carried your guitar is as important as how well you could play it...THE EDGE YOU´RE SIMPLY THE BEST! Hugs from Sao Paulo/ Brazil
Posted by Regina O'Numb at 4:24 PM | 31/10/2006 | Report Abuse
Great work Edge..
Maybe it's easy, but it sounds great! :)
Congratulations from the Netherlands
Posted by me at 4:28 PM | 01/11/2006 | Report Abuse
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