U2: 14 Original Albums Reissued on Japan-Exclusive SHM-CD on November 13, 2026

To coincide with the release of U2's new studio album "Carnaval De Luz," 14 original albums are being reissued in Japan on November 13, 2026. These individual titles were previously released in 2017 and 2018 as a cardboard sleeve (mini LP) SHM-CD series, and now return as limited-production, Japan-exclusive releases.

All 14 titles include SHM-CD audio, liner notes, lyrics, and Japanese translations. Each cardboard sleeve reproduces the original first-press UK or EU LP design. Reproduced inserts and packaging vary by title, including inner sleeves, label cards, obi designs, booklets, and stickers. The audio masters also differ by album: check each title below for its specific remaster or original-release master. Six titles include one bonus track each, as confirmed by the label tracklists.

This is where it all began - their momentous debut album. The opening track, "I Will Follow," is still performed at every tour to this day. Produced by Steve Lillywhite (released in 1980).

Audio master: 2008 remaster. Packaging: Cardboard sleeve replicating the original UK first-press LP, with an inner sleeve and a label card. Includes an obi reproducing the design of the Japanese first-press LP.

U2's second album reflects the band's Irish roots. Produced by Steve Lillywhite (released in 1981).

Audio master: 2008 remaster. Packaging: Cardboard sleeve replicating the original UK first-press LP, with an inner sleeve and a label card. Includes an obi reproducing the design of the Japanese first-press LP.

U2's third album was the band's first to reach No. 1 in the UK. Produced by Steve Lillywhite (released in 1983).

Audio master: 2008 remaster. Packaging: Gatefold cardboard sleeve replicating the original UK first-press LP, with a label card. Includes an obi reproducing the Japanese first-press LP design, plus the illustrations and liner notes included with the original Japanese release.

U2's fourth album was recorded at Slane Castle in Ireland. Produced by Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois (released in 1984).

Audio master: 2009 remaster. Packaging: Cardboard sleeve replicating the original UK first-press LP, with an inner sleeve and a label card. Includes an obi reproducing the design of the Japanese first-press LP.

This historic 1987 album was U2's first to top the US and UK charts simultaneously. It won two Grammy Awards: Album of the Year and Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. Produced by Daniel Lanois and Brian Eno.

Audio master: 2007 remaster. Packaging: Gatefold cardboard sleeve replicating the original UK first-press LP, with an inner insert and a label card. Includes an outer sticker reproducing the design of the Japanese first-press LP.

The soundtrack album to the documentary film of the same name features newly recorded studio tracks along with live tracks. The song "Desire" won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. Produced by Jimmy Iovine (released in 1988).

Audio master: Original-release master. Packaging: Gatefold cardboard sleeve replicating the original UK first-press LP, with two inner sleeves and a label card. Includes an obi reproducing the design of the Japanese first-press LP.

Recorded in Berlin, this album amazed the world with U2's bold new sound. It won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. Produced by Daniel Lanois with Brian Eno (released in 1991).

Audio master: 2011 remaster. Packaging: Cardboard sleeve replicating the original UK first-press LP, with a lyric card, an inner sleeve, an outer sticker, and a label card.

Created during the Zoo TV Tour following the release of "Achtung Baby," this album captures the momentum of that era. It won the Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album. Produced by Flood, Brian Eno, and The Edge (released in 1993).

Audio master: 2011 remaster. Packaging: Cardboard sleeve replicating the original UK first-press LP, with a lyric card, an inner sleeve, and a label card.

This album, with a sound that boldly incorporated techno beats, created a buzz together with the massive PopMart Tour. The first single, "Discotheque," became a huge hit in Japan. Produced by Flood and Howie B (released in 1997).

Audio master: Original-release master. Packaging: Gatefold cardboard sleeve replicating the original UK first-press LP, with an outer sticker, a lyric card, two inner sleeves, and a label card. Includes an obi reproducing the design of the Japanese first-press LP.

Bonus track: One bonus track (track 13).

A masterpiece that encompasses the full range of U2's musicality over the 20 years since their debut and demonstrates the essential strength of the band. The album and its songs earned seven Grammy Awards across 2001 and 2002, including Best Rock Album and back-to-back Record of the Year honors for "Beautiful Day" and "Walk On" (tracks 1 and 4). Produced by Daniel Lanois and Brian Eno. Originally released in 2000.

Audio master: Original-release master. Packaging: Cardboard sleeve replicating the original EU first-press LP, with a 16-page booklet, an inner sleeve, and a label card. Includes an obi reproducing the Japanese first-press CD design.

Bonus track: One bonus track (track 12).

U2's 11th album delivers raw, elemental rock and roll, reflecting the genre's origins, future, and possibilities. The album and its songs earned a total of eight Grammy Awards across 2005 and 2006, including Album of the Year. Produced by Steve Lillywhite (released in 2004).

Audio master: Original-release master. Packaging: Cardboard sleeve replicating the original EU first-press LP, with a 16-page booklet, an inner sleeve, and a label card. Includes an obi reproducing the Japanese first-press CD design.

Bonus track: One bonus track (track 12).

U2's 12th studio album brings together Steve Lillywhite, who has worked on the band's albums since their debut, Brian Eno, and Daniel Lanois, with will.i.am also taking part. Produced by Brian Eno, Steve Lillywhite, and Daniel Lanois. Originally released in 2009.

Audio master: Original-release master. Packaging: Gatefold cardboard sleeve replicating the original EU first-press LP, with a vinyl outer sleeve, an outer sticker, a 16-page booklet, two inner sleeves, and a label card. Includes an obi reproducing the Japanese first-press CD design.

Bonus track: One bonus track (track 12).

U2's 13th album is a striking examination of the "roots" of how the world's biggest rock band established itself. Its surprise free release drew attention. Produced by Danger Mouse, Paul Epworth, Ryan Tedder, Declan Gaffney, and Flood (released in 2014).

Audio master: Original-release master. Packaging: Cardboard sleeve replicating the original EU first-press LP, with an outer sticker, two inner sleeves, and a label card. Includes a Japanese translation of liner notes by Bono and an obi reproducing the Japanese first-press CD design.

U2's 14th album delivers songs and messages into which the band poured everything it had. It forms a pair with "Songs of Innocence" (2014). It debuted at No. 1 on the US albums chart, making U2 the only band in history to top that chart in four consecutive decades. Produced by Jackknife Lee and Ryan Tedder, Steve Lillywhite, Andy Barlow, and Jolyon Thomas (released in 2017).

Audio master: Original-release master. Packaging: Cardboard sleeve replicating the original EU first-press LP, with an enclosed outer sticker, an inner sleeve, and a label card. Includes a Japanese translation of liner notes by Bono and an obi reproducing the Japanese first-press CD design.