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Fans who aren't fanatics should save their money

stuck_in_a_moment | San Diego, California | 09/20/2005

(2 out of 5 stars)

"This CD single from the UK contains a radio edit of City of Blinding Lights together with a remixed, extended version of All Because Of You. The original versions of these songs are on U2's How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb album.



U2 CD singles often have very good live tracks or outstanding remixed or reimagined versions of great U2 songs. Whether it's a great dance remix, or a darker interpretation of a favorite song, in my experience U2's imported singles are often very worthwhile, even for those of us who don't feel compelled to buy absolutely everything the band produces. Since the two songs collected here are my favorites from U2's latest album, I had high hopes for this single.



I'm sorry to say I was disappointed. The City of Blinding Lights is fine, but the longer album version is far superior. The remix of All Because Of You is interesting, but not exceptional, and does not rise to the high standard set by many remixes included on other U2 singles.



I would recommend this expensive single only to collectors who must have everything U2 releases.

"

All Because of a Remix

Robert Dimas Jr. | San Antonio, TX USA | 07/25/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I had hesitated to purchase this single but still needed one track to make my HTDAAB home-brewed deluxe edition cd complete.

My only hold back was the reviews I had read. Well, I took a chance was thrilled at what showed up in my mailbox.

Although the edited version of City of Blinding Lights is unnecessary,

the Killahurtz Fly Mix of All Because of You more than makes up for it. The mix is longer and way different than the original. The upbeat tempo of the mix really get's you moving as only a good club mix can. You get it all with this mix, incredible Edge guitar effects, Bono trip vocals, bass sequencing and drum loops!

My deluxe edition is now complete and well worth the effort it took to make this one of a kind mix. Once again I've learned, a TRUE fan should always go by his gut feeling and not let someone's opinion or review keep them from the thrill of the adventure. For those curious on how my mix turned out, the track listing is as follows:



1. VERTIGO

2. MIRACLE DRUG

3. SOMETIMES YOU CAN'T MAKE IT ON YOUR OWN

4. LOVE AND PEACE OR ELSE

5. CITY OF BLINDING LIGHTS

6. ALL BECAUSE OF YOU

7. A MAN AND A WOMAN

8. CRUMBS FROM YOUR TABLE

9. ONE STEP CLOSER

10. ORIGINAL OF THE SPECIES

11. YAHWEH

**BONUS TRACKS**

12. FAST CARS (JACKNIFE LEE MIX)

13. VERTIGO (JACKNIFE LEE 10" MIX)

14. NEON LIGHTS

15. A MAN AND A WOMAN (ACOUSTIC)

16. ARE YOU GONNA WAIT FOREVER?

17. ALL BECAUSE OF YOU (KILLAHURTZ FLY MIX)

18. ELECTRICAL STORM

TOTAL RUNNING TIME: 79 minutes & 57 seconds



I tried a few different versions but think this one came out best. Use mine or create your own.

As for U2...the show in Dallas was awesome and you guys are still the Best live act out there. Peace."