The Joshua Tree

The American West provided the stark atmosphere that influences this 1987 release. By moving away from previous post-punk leanings, the group embraced an ambient-influenced approach that balances global scope with quiet, personal contemplation.

Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois produced the sessions, which rely on a trio of early tracks to set the tone. These songs reflect a deliberate shift in direction that emphasizes a sense of scale and longing throughout the recording.