The Edge

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Credits: Far Out / Sony Pictures Classics
Full Name
David Howell Evans
Born
August 8th, 1961
Height
5ft 10in
Hometown
Dublin, Ireland
Net Worth
Estimated $400 million
Partner
Morleigh Steinberg
Family
The Edge was born to Welsh parents Garvin Evans and Gwenda Evans in Barking, Essex, England, before his family moved to Dublin, Ireland, when he was a young child. He was married to Aislinn O'Sullivan from 1983 until 1996, and they had three daughters. In 2002, he married choreographer Morleigh Steinberg, and they have two children together.
Years Active
1976–present
Bands
U2
Top Tracks
'With or Without You', 'Where the Streets Have No Name', 'One', 'Beautiful Day', 'I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For'
Top Albums
'The Joshua Tree', 'Achtung Baby', 'War', 'All That You Can't Leave Behind', 'How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb'
Records Sold
More than 175 million
Number Ones
'The Joshua Tree', 'Achtung Baby', 'All That You Can't Leave Behind', 'How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb', 'Songs of Innocence'
Fun Facts
The nickname "The Edge" was given to him by friends during his youth, reportedly because of the sharp angles of his face and his reserved personality. ### His distinctive use of delay pedals revolutionised rock guitar playing and influenced generations of musicians. ### The Edge and Bono have written the vast majority of U2's music together, forming one of rock's most successful songwriting partnerships.
Related Artists
Bono, Adam Clayton, Larry Mullen Jr, Brian Eno, Daniel Lanois

The Edge is an Irish musician, songwriter and producer best known as the guitarist, keyboardist and co-founder of the rock band U2.

Born David Howell Evans, he is widely regarded as one of the most innovative guitarists in rock history, pioneering the use of delay effects, atmospheric textures and minimalist playing to create U2’s instantly recognisable sound. Since helping form the band in Dublin in 1976, The Edge has contributed to landmark albums including ‘The Joshua Tree’, ‘Achtung Baby’, ‘All That You Can’t Leave Behind’ and ‘How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb’. Beyond U2, he has composed film scores, collaborated with numerous artists and become known for his work in music technology and humanitarian causes.

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The Edge is an Irish guitarist, songwriter and producer best known as the co-founder and lead guitarist of U2.
The nickname "The Edge" originated during his youth and is generally believed to refer to his sharp facial features and reserved personality.
The Edge is renowned for his innovative use of delay effects, echo, texture and minimalist playing, creating the atmospheric sound that became central to U2's music.
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