News
Q 'releasing' U2 Achtung Baby covers album feat. Jack White, Patti Smith, Nine Inch Nails, Killers & more...
Q is proud to announce our next issue, out on 25 October, will come with a unique new album, based around the work of U2.
With us celebrating our 25 birthday this year, and Bono and co set to reissue Achtung Baby (out 31 October) to mark the album's 20th anniversary, some of the world's leading artists are paying tribute to U2 by producing a new version of the whole album with covers.
The album, sees the likes of Nine Inch Nails, Patti Smith, Depeche Mode, The Killers and Jack White, each tackling a track from the classic record just for this release.
The full track listing for AHK-toong BAY-bi Covered is as follows:
Nine Inch Nails - Zoo Station
U2 (Jacques Lu Cont Mix) - Even Better Than The Real Thing
Damien Rice - One
Patti Smith - Until The End Of The World
Garbage - Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses
Depeche Mode - So Cruel
Snow Patrol - Mysterious Ways
The Fray - Trying To Throw Your Arms Around The World
Gavin Friday - The Fly
The Killers - Ultraviolet (Light My Way)
Glasvegas - Acrobat
Jack White - Love Is Blindness
The album, which will be available with issue Q305, also features exclusive artwork based on the band's original release (pictured).
"It is always Q's intention to present a unique take on music. At a time when free CDs have become ten-a-penny, I strongly believe the AHK-toong BAY-bi Covered album sets a new, and much higher, benchmark for the format," says Q Editor-In-Chief Paul Rees of the album.
"Not only in the sense that each of the tracks are brand new recordings by some of the biggest and most iconic names in music such as Jack White, Nine Inch Nails and Patti Smith, but also in that several of them mark the first new material we have heard from these acts in a long time - such as those by The Killers, Damien Rice and Garbage. This is an entirely appropriate way to mark Q's anniversary and that of Achtung Baby, one of the pivotal albums in our lifetime."
Stay tuned to Qthemusic.com for the latest news ahead of our next issue hitting the shelves.
You can pre-order your copy of our next issue from Greatmagazines.co.uk/QU2 now in the UK. Overseas plans will be announced soon.
7:50 AM | 10/10/2011
More Photos Of:
Latest News
Advertisement










User Comments
Post A Comment
ANYTHING with Gavin Friday on is always worth buying,Can;t wait to hear his version.
Posted by mark farmer at 10:35 AM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
I could explode with happiness over this whole issue. Thank you Q! Am waiting impatiently for our copies to come into the shops in the U.S.A! --- I agree with the previous comment...Gavin Friday will steal the whole show. He is so fabulous!
Posted by U2kitteh at 1:25 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Seriously, The Killers covering Ultraviolet is gonna be totally awesome. Bono couldn't resist in put his pupil Brandon Flowers to sing on his band album. Accurate.
Posted by Phillip at 2:07 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
I cants wait for Jack White. If he does what I expect he'll do, make a rock-ier version of LIB with a hint of anger, it'll be incredible.
Posted by Brandon at 3:41 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
i look forward to the u2 remix most of all ;0)
Posted by joshthetree at 7:25 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
One can only assume it's not "lunchtime" yet, hope the link goes live soon cause I don't think I can get the magazine anywhere near me
Posted by B at 7:52 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
One can only assume it's not "lunchtime" yet, hope the link goes live soon cause I don't think I can get the magazine anywhere near me
Posted by B at 7:53 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Link is out of commission. Maybe someone feel asleep over the weekend and forgot to set it into motion.
Posted by rob at 7:54 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
so, the lunch time never arrived? looking forward to all, but NIN was a surprise (good one!)
Posted by vani at 7:56 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Link is out of commission. Maybe someone feel asleep over the weekend and forgot to set it into motion.
Cant wait for my Deluxe Edition B-sides.
Thank you Q for taking the time to honour one of the best rock bands of yesterday, today and tomorrow.
Posted by rob at 7:58 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
This morning I called from Portugal to England to pre-order the magazine. They told me that the link was going to be avaiable at 16,00 PM, and if it didn´t work, to call them back to pre-order the magazine. I wait, and wait, and wait, and the link was never available. I called back, and they kept me waiting for 15 minutes before I hang up. I spent a lot of money for nothing. Thanks Q!
Posted by Nuno Vaz at 8:26 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Just to inform you people outside of the UK that Great Magazines has after several e-mails confirmed that the CD WILL NOT be included with magazines shipped outside of the UK...
Posted by DM fan at 11:55 PM | 10/10/2011 | Report Abuse
"Just to inform you people outside of the UK that Great Magazines has after several e-mails confirmed that the CD WILL NOT be included with magazines shipped outside of the UK..."
WHAT????? That blows. And they probably lost all kinds of sales there. My opinion of this magazine just significantly lowered if that is true. :/
Posted by Amy at 12:08 AM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Hopefully the CD will make it's way to the US someway, somehow. I can't wait to hear the Garbage rendition.
Posted by MrMagoon at 3:23 AM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Garbage's version will be better than original. Im sure in it.
Posted by Chosen_One at 4:08 AM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
I wrote to Great Magazines some time ago and after several emails they confirmed the CD will NOT be included with magazines ordered online for delivery outside of the UK, a great shame...
Posted by DM fan at 6:21 AM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Hello,
I am from Slovakia, and I would like to buy U2 Achtung Baby covers album AHK-toong BAY-bi. Is it possible, please ?
Best regards, Petricek
Posted by Dusan Petricek at 8:11 AM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
One can only assume it's not "lunchtime" yet, hope the link goes live soon cause I don't think I can get the magazine anywhere near me
Posted by B at 10:52 AM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Would be possible to know if , outside UK, the magazine will be sent with the cd or not?
Thanks
Posted by FedeU2 at 12:01 PM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
GARBAGE will have a song wooohooo
Posted by LiLLoVe2XBU at 12:42 PM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Why on earth would they not ship the CD with the magazine for orders outside the UK? That's ridiculous. It's only going to encourage people to sell them online for inflated prices and the real fans are going to have to pay TOO much money to hear these songs. That's why people download illegal music, because of greed like this. Just get the material to the fans that want it.
Posted by Craig at 2:42 PM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
When is the link going to be available??? I called them from Portugal, spending a lot of money on the phone call and they told me that the link was going to be available yesterday at 16.00 PM. Shame on you, Q.
Posted by Nuno Vaz at 3:25 PM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Would be awesome to get an answer on what's up with the shipping outside the UK. A working link would be even greater...
Come on, Q!
Posted by Verena at 4:14 PM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Sounds like I will anticipate this release! Can't wait to get it.
Posted by dallske at 8:00 PM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
tghe art is tooooooo ugly.
Sorry.
Obviously I think Depeche Mode made this cover to prove how a song really have to be.
Posted by Strangegore at 8:38 PM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
where can I buy the Q Magazine 305 in México City??
Posted by sergio hernandez at 9:18 PM | 11/10/2011 | Report Abuse
With everybody saying that the cd isn't being sent over seas with the magazine what is the chance then thay if I wait to buy it from the shop when it gets released in australia in a few moths that the cd will come with it??
Posted by Happyme at 12:25 AM | 12/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Only downside of this release will be Killers and The Fray. If I wanted to hear either of those bands doing bad U2 imitation I would buy their albums.
Posted by Mark at 6:26 PM | 12/10/2011 | Report Abuse
NIN and U2 are my 2 favourite bands...I can't wait for this new album. I hope that tracks aren't leaked prior to the release. i wanna hear this album the old fashioned way by putting the disc into my player and playing it.
Posted by Rob Hughes at 7:08 PM | 12/10/2011 | Report Abuse
guess those of us in North America will have to find it online...for free, since we can't buy it legitimately
Posted by Mike M at 9:16 PM | 12/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Want to find out when and how I can get this in the US... please tell me I will be able to!!!! Cannot wait for it! Thank you! Its gonna be awesome!
Posted by Lorilee Gioia at 11:03 PM | 12/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Please tell me I will be able to get this cd/magazine/subscription whatever it will take so I can get this cd in the USA... let us know so I can put my order in! I can't wait for it! Is this going to be shipped to American music stores or shipped to our own personal addresses... downloaded? We need to know! Thanks for any answers you can give me!
Posted by Lorilee Gioia at 11:07 PM | 12/10/2011 | Report Abuse
well done....where can I get this copy in brisbane, australia....thankyou
Posted by Greg at 8:51 PM | 13/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Where can I pick up this issue and CD in Canada?
Posted by Donny at 9:37 PM | 13/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Is there a way to get an alert for when Canadians might be able to order this issue or just keep my eyes peeled on your website?!
Thanks, Marnie
Posted by Marnie Griffiths at 1:37 AM | 14/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Can I bribe someone in the UK to send a copy of this to me in the US??
Posted by Karen at 2:16 AM | 14/10/2011 | Report Abuse
MUST own this cd! But, like everyone else, I'm not in the UK (USA here). Any info on how I can buy this legitimately would be great!
Posted by dreamoutloud at 2:24 AM | 14/10/2011 | Report Abuse
MUST own this cd! But, like everyone else, I'm not in the UK (USA here). Any info on how I can buy this legitimately would be great!
Posted by dreamoutloud at 2:25 AM | 14/10/2011 | Report Abuse
We need this on the other side of the pond! U2 covers need to come to Canada!
Ultraviolet (light my way) is going to be KILLER(S)!
Posted by James at 3:04 PM | 14/10/2011 | Report Abuse
all i want is this
even better than the real thing
Posted by hans de lang at 4:12 PM | 14/10/2011 | Report Abuse
like everyone else from the USA, wondering how I might be able to get the actual album. Appreciate any feedback to purchase this legitimately....
Posted by Mike at 7:15 PM | 14/10/2011 | Report Abuse
like everyone else from the USA, wondering how I might be able to get the actual album. Appreciate any feedback to purchase this legitimately....
Posted by Mike at 7:17 PM | 14/10/2011 | Report Abuse
When can we order in the US?
Posted by cristina at 10:13 PM | 14/10/2011 | Report Abuse
That's a great release - can't wait to listen to "So Cruel" by Depeche Mode!!! I'm praying for us "oversea people" ;) to be enabled to pre-order the magazine together with the cd very soon..! October 25th is just around the corner....:(
Posted by Kit Gahan at 3:41 AM | 16/10/2011 | Report Abuse
O.o Can't believe what I'm reading!!!! So you Q magazine geniuses won't let us buy the original cd..Shame on you!! This is not serious at all. I hope we DM fans outside UK find a way to download the song from DM or U2 official sites. Obviously, I won't buy Q magazine anymore (shame I've done 'til now!!!). Thank you, sympas.
Posted by Kit Gahan at 3:52 AM | 16/10/2011 | Report Abuse
We want this fabulous album in France too please!!!!!
Posted by Bernard at 9:55 AM | 16/10/2011 | Report Abuse
C'mon guys, we want to buy this issue in Brazil, please give us it.
Posted by Angela at 9:08 PM | 16/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Where can I pick up the CD and magazine in Vancouver, Canada?
Posted by Johnny at 8:39 PM | 17/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Where and when can i get it in Germany. Thanks
Posted by Andreas at 12:11 PM | 18/10/2011 | Report Abuse
When can i get it in ITALY?????????????????
Posted by cristiano at 11:26 AM | 20/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Where and when can i get it in Mexico?.
Posted by ROMAN VAZQUEZ at 4:22 PM | 20/10/2011 | Report Abuse
How can I order a copy in the US? I don't live close to any major bookstore that might carry this issue.
Thank you
Posted by Peggy Tuten at 7:53 PM | 20/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Of course we want this fabulous issue in Greece...but Goverment,IMF,EU and Bankers takes all my money and I'm broke and pround.
Posted by Chris at 6:12 AM | 21/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Listen to the Jack White version of LIB on soundcloud. Tis good as expected.
Posted by Jim at 7:54 PM | 21/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Jack White on soundcloud - LIB. It is amazing.
Posted by Jim at 7:54 PM | 21/10/2011 | Report Abuse
I live in the US but I have a subscription to Q Magazine. Are they just not going to include a cd in my order? That doesn't make sense. I pay just as much as UK subscribers. Why should they get a cd and I don't?
Posted by Supertoe at 9:13 PM | 21/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Seriously...i MUST have this cover CD. I have not missed one U2 concert, and this CD is a MUST-HAVE. Fans everywhere should be able to purchase this. Where can we get this in America...or anywhere outside of the UK?
Posted by allyah at 3:02 AM | 22/10/2011 | Report Abuse
For those outside the UK. The CD and magazine can be ordered through u2.com. It appears there are only a limited amount.
Posted by Donny at 6:16 AM | 25/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Hiya! I'm a U2 fan living in Finland and I'm hoping this issue of Q magazine will be available to buy via your website soon?! Bono is looking mighty fine!
Posted by Luthien Bono at 10:07 AM | 25/10/2011 | Report Abuse
And the big music companies are confused as to why people pirate music. Yeah, the only people who like U2 live in England. Oh wait, that's false.
Posted by Owen at 11:21 PM | 25/10/2011 | Report Abuse
In Sweden the CDs usually are available with the (Q) magazine. With U2s Über-/Vülgo-/Super-/ and "You-have-to-be-a-paying-subscriber-to-buy-this" strategy this "UK only" seems to be a part their business plan.
I'll let you know if I find the CD with the magazine.
Posted by Per at 7:28 AM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
In Sweden the CDs usually are available with the (Q) magazine. With U2s Über-/Vülgo-/Super-/ and "You-have-to-be-a-paying-subscriber-to-buy-this" strategy this "UK only" seems to be a part their business plan.
I'll let you know if I find the CD with the magazine.
Posted by Per at 7:31 AM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
In Sweden the CDs usually are available with the (Q) magazine. With U2s Über-/Vülgo-/Super-/ and "You-have-to-be-a-paying-subscriber-to-buy-this" strategy this "UK only" seems to be a part their business plan.
I'll let you know if I find the CD with the magazine.
Posted by Per at 7:32 AM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
In Sweden the CDs usually are available with the (Q) magazine. With U2s Über-/Vülgo-/Super-/ and "You-have-to-be-a-paying-subscriber-to-buy-this" strategy this "UK only" seems to be a part their business plan.
I'll let you know if I find the CD with the magazine.
Posted by Per at 8:05 AM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
God I hope we get this in Australia! I can't wait to hear The Killers and Damien Rice!
Posted by Sam Gobbey at 9:46 AM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Got mine today and it's great! All the tracks bar the Glasvegas effort sound original. Jack White and the Killers really rocking. Good effort Q.
Posted by Chris765 at 7:25 PM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Got mine today and it's great! All the tracks bar the Glasvegas effort sound original. Jack White and the Killers really rocking. Good effort Q.
Posted by Chris765 at 7:25 PM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Got mine today and it's great! All the tracks bar the Glasvegas effort sound original. Jack White and the Killers really rocking. Good effort Q.
Posted by Chris765 at 7:26 PM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Got mine today. Great album and a worthy tribute to U2 and Achtung Baby. All tracks bar Glasvegas effort sound original. Jack White and the Killers really rocking. Well done Q.
Posted by Chris765 at 7:30 PM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Best £4.50 I've spent in a long while.
Posted by Fade Catton at 10:35 PM | 26/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Only sold in the UK? Got to be kidding me. Hope is focused on the 'overseas plans' #comeon Ship them to Holland please!
Posted by Naf at 10:01 PM | 27/10/2011 | Report Abuse
I am in Australia. How can I get my hands on a copy?
Posted by Megan at 12:10 AM | 28/10/2011 | Report Abuse
I am in Australia. How can I get my hands on a copy?
Posted by Megan at 12:12 AM | 28/10/2011 | Report Abuse
THANK 'Q'!
The best issue yet!
Posted by Mark Jaquette at 4:50 AM | 28/10/2011 | Report Abuse
U2.com is selling the issue with the cd to the States and I assume to all of Europe
Posted by Travis Clarke at 7:33 PM | 28/10/2011 | Report Abuse
U2.com is selling the issue with the cd to the States and I assume to all of Europe
Posted by Travis Clarke at 7:35 PM | 28/10/2011 | Report Abuse
"Overseas plans will be announced soon. "
WHEN??????
I'm still waiting for it!:!!!
Posted by Jerome HIREL at 11:39 PM | 28/10/2011 | Report Abuse
"Overseas plans will be announced soon. "
WHEN??????
I'm still waiting for it!:!!!
Posted by Jerome HIREL at 11:42 PM | 28/10/2011 | Report Abuse
@ Travis Clarke... Thanks soooo much for the heads-up. Got mine ordered. Cannot wait.
Posted by Katie at 3:17 AM | 29/10/2011 | Report Abuse
Hi, I just picked-up the USA edition of Q here in California & it had no 'Achtung' covers CD. Your editor writes in his monthly newsletter (readers Overseas - order it online at www.qthemusic.com). Yet i can not seem to find any ordering info on your website. How do i proceed? Thanks, Mark
Posted by Mark Atherlay at 7:16 PM | 05/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Hi, I just picked-up the USA edition of Q here in California & it had no 'Achtung' covers CD. Your editor writes in his monthly newsletter (readers Overseas - order it online at www.qthemusic.com). Yet i can not seem to find any ordering info on your website. How do i proceed? Thanks, Mark
Posted by Mark Atherlay at 7:17 PM | 05/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Can i order and can you send it to holland?
Or can somebody do that for me?
info@traf-x.nl
Posted by Martin at 1:11 PM | 06/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Why is the U2 CD not available with the Dutch edition??
Posted by Peter Bakker at 8:20 PM | 07/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Brilliant! Just received my CD in the Post here in the US with my subscription copy - apparently some of the earlier comments about them not shipping the CD were incorrect. Very impressed by both Snow Patrol's "Mysterious Ways" and Damien Rice's "One" covers. This one will be in rotation on the iPod for a long while!
Posted by Ed Burley at 4:34 AM | 08/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Brilliant! Just received my CD in the Post here in the US with my subscription copy - apparently some of the earlier comments about them not shipping the CD were incorrect. Very impressed by both Snow Patrol's "Mysterious Ways" and Damien Rice's "One" covers. This one will be in rotation on the iPod for a long while!
Posted by Ed Burley at 4:35 AM | 08/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Brilliant! Just received my CD in the Post here in the US with my subscription copy - apparently some of the earlier comments about them not shipping the CD were incorrect. Very impressed by both Snow Patrol's "Mysterious Ways" and Damien Rice's "One" covers. This one will be in rotation on the iPod for a long while!
Posted by Ed Burley at 4:35 AM | 08/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Brilliant! Just received my CD in the Post here in the US with my subscription copy - apparently some of the earlier comments about them not shipping the CD were incorrect. Very impressed by both Snow Patrol's "Mysterious Ways" and Damien Rice's "One" covers. This one will be in rotation on the iPod for a long while!
Posted by Ed Burley at 4:37 AM | 08/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Brilliant! Just received my CD in the Post here in the US with my subscription copy - apparently some of the earlier comments about them not shipping the CD were incorrect. Very impressed by both Snow Patrol's "Mysterious Ways" and Damien Rice's "One" covers. This one will be in rotation on the iPod for a long while!
Posted by Ed Burley at 5:01 AM | 08/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Please could you tell me where I can order the U2 issue withthe cd......I'm in Vancouver , BC thx!
Posted by Tammi at 9:54 PM | 08/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Please could you tell me where I can order the U2 issue withthe cd......I'm in Vancouver , BC thx!
Posted by Tammi at 9:55 PM | 08/11/2011 | Report Abuse
@Travis Clarke: HUGE TIP!! Thanks so much! My wife really wants this for Christmas and was bummed to find out the export edition wasn't going to include the CD. Thanks again!
Posted by bottlerocket at 6:25 PM | 09/11/2011 | Report Abuse
I bought this magazine in Norway without the cover cd - is there a way for me to get a copy of "Achtung Babay covered"?
Posted by Joey Jones at 2:52 PM | 11/11/2011 | Report Abuse
I bought my copy of Q in Norway - is there a way for me to get hold of the "Achtung Baby covered" cd?
Posted by Joey Jones at 2:54 PM | 11/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Awesome Album.. Opens up with Trent Reznors' creative zoo station and never fades.......
Posted by Local Bono at 12:09 PM | 13/11/2011 | Report Abuse
Awesome Album.. Opens up with Trent Reznors' creative zoo station and never fades.......
Posted by Local Bono at 12:16 PM | 13/11/2011 | Report Abuse
The cover CD was not shipped with US newsstand editions (at least not in San Diego, California). Any chance that might be rectified?
Posted by ken t at 5:16 AM | 15/11/2011 | Report Abuse
I´m from Mexico and I really want this album. Today I find out that (Ǎhk-to͝ong Bāy-Bi) Covered Album will be available on iTunes store and the sales will be donated to Concern Worldwide. Just Hope they put it available worldwide. Good luck to everyone.
Posted by @MGolzarri at 7:29 PM | 15/11/2011 | Report Abuse
ebay is awash with them - selling for between 10 and 20 gbp
Posted by sn at 9:52 AM | 19/11/2011 | Report Abuse
all of the issues here that I can find in the USA have no cds!!!
Posted by Diane at 6:00 AM | 08/12/2011 | Report Abuse
all of the issues here that I can find in the USA have no cds!!!
Posted by Diane at 6:01 AM | 08/12/2011 | Report Abuse
all of the issues here that I can find in the USA have no cds!!!
Posted by Diane at 6:02 AM | 08/12/2011 | Report Abuse
The issues that were shipped to Canada were stripped of their CDs by Customs, apparently. Not cool. :(
Posted by Ani at 6:14 AM | 12/12/2011 | Report Abuse
I purchased the Qmagazine issue that was supposed to have the U2 cover album, but it didn't...how can I get a copy?
Posted by Jane at 2:20 PM | 16/12/2011 | Report Abuse
Hi there,
I bought the 305 issue at Schiphol Airport Amsterdam, but there was no copy of U2's Ahk-toong-Bay-bi in it. Paul Rees tell's overseas buyers to go here, th site. But all I can find, are collegue-readers asking how or where to get that copy?!!! What did I / whe miss?
Kind regards,
Roy Boere
the Netherlands
Posted by Roy Boere at 4:55 PM | 26/12/2011 | Report Abuse
this is the best thing ever I LOVE YOU !!!!!! <3 X
Posted by widgefish at 10:42 AM | 25/05/2012 | Report Abuse
this is the best thing ever I LOVE YOU !!!!!! <3 X
Posted by widgefish at 10:43 AM | 25/05/2012 | Report Abuse
Post A Comment