If Bono And The Edge Started A Pop Punk Band (U2 Cover)

Last week, Tyler came to me with a suggestion: U2's classic "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For", which honestly gives Fall Out Boy a run for their money in terms of song titles. But yeah, it worked out great and we were able to add a lot of fun production elements to keep things fresh this week. Hope you enjoy!
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[@TylerJohnstonGuitar]

I wouldn’t mind if this was forcibly placed into my iTunes library back in 2014.

[@bmass0828]

I stiiiilllll haaaaaven't fooouunnd, how to get that shit off my phone.

[@TylerJohnstonGuitar]

@@bmass0828 Pretty sure that album is the reason I started paying for Spotify.

[@briankasnick4403]

Omg right?! Get outta here

[@NickSquaredTV]

What a phenomenal comment

[@konstantinkovachev97]

good one

[@tbodkins]

This cover is what Bono was looking for.

[@nogrecords]

Hahahahaha

[@theHollisLoft]

No joke, this has the energy of a huge live arena performance - I can almost hear the crowd singing with you. Would be amazing to see you do a series of "live arena" versions of other tracks.

[@willerickson3879]

Yeah Alex needs to get a live band together and do a concert tour next year! Would be so amazing to see this at Glastonbury and get a real fucking good sing along going

[@sanjayaufdermauer7884]

I'd be in his band. I can do vocals, guitar or drums🎤🥁🎸😎

[@nathanthomson1931]

This song had some real edge 😉

[@Jdatt13]

Ahhhhhh I see what you did there

[@sorenhauter]

This is probably the best cover/genre change you've done dude. Holy shit. I had the U2 Greatest Hits of 1980-1990 on repeat in my walk man growing up, and this song was one of the reasons.

[@Nutty...]

Hey me too. Then one day my walkman decides to eat my cassette. I managed to stop it before it did too much damage. I don't have that walkman. But I still have that cassette.

[@FooMantis]

Yes! Great album. "Bad" is super-underrated imo.

[@StevenPStrickland]

I went into the comments to say this same thing

[@Strappodeath]

Same bro. Dad gave me a CD Walkman and said go and pick a CD from his pile. I picked the Greatest Hits of 80's - 90s because it had a little boy with a hat. I played the everything out of that album for many years. And then U2 got kinda bad from 2000 on wards haha

[@storminben]

@@Nutty... repaired with selotape so you have a second of silence mid song? ;-)

[@lemmingboy15]

Pop punk U2 has some strong praise and worship vibes! Lovin it

[@dougherbert7899]

It’s the other way around. A generation (maybe more than a generation at this point) of worship leaders copied U2. Drums forward, lots of delay, loud guitars, etc.

[@DJKuroh]

Gives me that Thrice "it's probably about religion, but it bangs" feeling.

[@teachdougie8139]

@@dougherbert7899exactly. 👍🏼

[@konnormusic17]

I remember hearing this from my college choir director that a lot of U2's songs point to Jesus :)

[@LordIronfist]

I would think... This comment probably needs an uno reverse card asterisk, right? Cause it's the other way around, I believe. But if you don't know both of them in contextual time frames within reality, you wouldn't know this, and u2 hasn't had a hit in awhile, maybe ever again. The forced itunes library addition of their album was the last I remember hearing of them, and that's obviously not because of a hit single. Haha.

[@CLGLazarus]

Moooooooooonstrous vocals on this one Alex. Really just stellar stuff.

[@Madispeaks]

I have found what I’m looking for 😍🥰

[@TimmyB1867]

It is my personal belief that it is the mark of a really good song, when you can shift genres and styles with it, and it still resonates. This was a great cover, and it still flows great

[@cl0udo]

Alex. This is no everyday song you covered. Just the guitar alone is an epic undertaking. This is the best song you have done to date yet. I love it start to finish. you are beyond talented. Love the tele riffs.

[@radstronaut]

I knew it was gonna be good before I pressed play, but holy crap. You’re constantly putting out bangers, but this is elevated. On top of it all, probably the best vocal performance to date. Great, GREAT job. Like damn.

[@MichaelMurphy-gz6yj]

If you made a U2 covers record I would not be mad. Killed it as always Alex

[@simontemplar3359]

The fact that you rock the hell out of a telecaster is delightful. Musically, you're a gem. It's genius in concept and even better in execution.

[@Gpmeme948]

Check out a guitarist named Keith Richards, he does a pretty good job rockin’ a Telecaster.

[@Izzy1782]

Check out Ritchie Kotzen orJohn 5, then. They'll rock your socks off

[@TokyoBlue587]

@@Gpmeme948😂

[@jaygeeshouseofexpression3446]

This has The Dangerous Summer written all over it as well ❤

[@alexlangpaul7553]

Came here to say exactly that.

[@nathanbraswell7673]

Such an underrated band

[@RobertMayfair]

Alex has given them a lot of love over the years

[@redsamnotblue]

My man, you have an amazing ability to capture the essence of a song and somehow also make it feel like it was always meant to be a pop-punk banger. Magnificent.

[@mheerema]

Dude. a buddy just sent me this. If someone were to ask "what kind of music are you into" I would just point them here. Checks every box for me. Well done.

[@JakeLanevideo]

Also want to give a shoutout to your recording buddy who makes all of this music and video with you. He doesn’t get enough love. You guys are a great duo!

[@MoonlightSocial]

The vocals on this give a strong The Wonder Years vibe and I love it!

[@djbarrie24]

This is what Angels and Airwaves should have been. Thank you Alex for giving me closure.

[@CaveManELK]

I have a theory that you can tell how good a song is by how good its covers are....by that standard this song is phenomenal lol

[@BlakeDover]

As a diehard U2 fan I never thought I'd see them featured on your amazing channel... this is so freaking good!

[@timothysnave]

This is one of my favorite songs of all time. It speaks to me on levels I never knew music could. This is the ONLY cover I've ever liked, let alone loved as much as I do. The problem with most is they're just not believable. U2 is a passionate band, and you brought the passion in a way that nobody else has since U2 themselves.

[@lorenzolappi2265]

u2 and pop punk are LITERALLY the two things that i love the most, I've literally cried man

[@the_Sarahnator]

Dang, Alex! My jaw dropped at the first line and remained that way. 😍

[@bensmit4090]

I already loved this song.... but this.... this is it!!

[@creedjm]

Alex’s music makes me feel things that music hasn’t made me feel in a long time.

[@rianelliott1]

I feel like that was a perfect marriage of Angels & Airwaves along with Hum…crazy good. That said, this is one of the ONLY times I can say that the cover didn’t blow away the original. It was amazing and I do love it, but how can you not also love the original!?? A different take on a classic is always a welcome thing!!

[@noahallen1996]

It sounds like some of the more experimental tracks on Tom's "To The Stars..." records. Especially near the beginning, Landscapes, Animals, The Invisible Parade, etc.

[@fnitup]

I sure wish Angles and Airwaves released more stuff.

[@elliothetzer9685]

I definitely hear the HUM influence at the end!!

[@untilitkills83]

So angels and airwaves? J/k this is so rockin’!

[@itsNinaLeeyo]

Lately, I've been missing this punk rock sound so I went back listening to the songs I grew up with.The nostalgia ❤ this is perfection.

[@TheNewEvangelicals]

That intro had seriously I feel so by boxcar racer vibes. Love

[@stormhawk31]

This is one of my favorite U2 songs. And you've done it justice. Impossible, but you did it! Awesome!

[@ryanjohnsonku]

man, this is it

[@ninjaninja8889]

I've listened to this recording atleast 40 times... it only gets better every time. Beautifully done. 👏👏👏👏

[@IAmValefree]

This shit is legendary. You really outdid yourself Alex.

[@AdamHansenMusic]

Simply one of the greatest songs of all time.

[@deucesmcgee]

DUDE. Been following you awhile and have loved all of the covers, but this is HANDS DOWN your best work yet. Keep killing it man.

[@Sudsyw0lf]

Nicely done cover. U2 and AvA are my two favourite bands of all time, and now you got me really wanting to see what you could do with a Pop punk cover of U2's song 'Bad'.

[@j_moni83]

This was great. I can’t imagine The Starting Line covering this song any better.

[@samedoi]

I love it when I get a random gem like this suggested to me via the algorithm. Awesome twist on a classic song!!

[@pauldebrosse]

Love this! The beginning reminded me of "I Feel So" by Boxcar Racer, which is a favorite!

[@Sudsyw0lf]

Thank you! I knew that the opening sounded similar and you saved me an afternoon of going insane trying to remember what song it was.

[@pauldebrosse]

@@Sudsyw0lf Lol! Happy to help!

[@Alex-B-Media]

This goes harder than expected

[@frankhammonds7462]

Amazing work bro. Still captures the epic feelings of the original but rocks harder! I would kill to hear a rendition of “where the streets have no name.”

[@spreadsheetsplays871]

going to say the super obvious to any music fans, if you take on a U2 cover as a project you must inherently realize the pressure to meet or exceed the quality of their music. Say what you want for music tastes, doing a "good" or "decent" cover for U2 is a goal. Alex you not only delivered but you knocked it out of the park. If Bono heard this version he'd be proud you did it justice.

[@Nfdds]

so epic man, A&A vibes but way better

[@MrStrocube]

Jesus, dude, amazing talent. Wow!

[@amysparks17]

Full on chills at 30sec in.

[@JeffreyGJenkins]

Your videos are a highlight of KZbin each week

[@BeardTech]

Crisp drums, chunky tele, massive loud but directed vocals, passionate writing. Brilliant

[@blucollarball3r]

I've been listening for awhile. This is the best one yet. Thank you

[@philopino868]

Damn bro, you just got a new sub! I found what I wasn't even looking for with this cover! Keep it up!

[@DonoVideoProductions]

So you still found what you weren't looking for? That's musical! AND existential!

[@ThisIsJessPaul]

Hehehe, Angels and Airwaves still haven't found what they're looking for up in those stars XD Amazing cover, Melton!

[@barefootwanderer]

this is nothing short of perfect mate. WOW

[@TheCHRISCaPWN]

Now this is a wall of sound I can get behind.

[@gianlucacrescenzi299]

In love with this version

[@matt6288joyce]

God there are so many gorgeous moments throughout this song. Got to be one of your best ever

[@andrewsmith448]

Love that Starting Line hoodie!

[@yensilluap]

U2 should see this! Pretty amazing. You have a lot of talent.

[@johncostello4565]

This is one for your portfolio, you are so ready for prime time.

[@TannerMxer182]

Hells yeah The Starting Line hoodie

[@keldonherriman]

This is the exact content I needed. What a jam!

[@mikethom9397]

I've had a tough year but your videos always bring me joy. Thanks!

[@davidwilson4190]

I subbed because of this cover! Comment section is absolutely correct. Well done.

[@benswoboda2155]

Excellent cover as usual, keep up the awesome work Alex!

[@william_long1065]

As someone who loves U2 and pop punk, this is just beautiful

[@woodlandscrew-pa8568]

Absolutely nailed it. Very happy with the song choice. Couldn’t have been any better. You’re super talented dude! Deserve all subs, views, and comments you could get. Keep it up.

[@DriftwoodProject]

Oh this is it! This is perfect!

[@odistabettor]

Damn dude, this is one of my favorites of your arrangements. Amazing!

[@gabrielresound]

Love the switch to half time. 🤘

[@ZeldaRose579]

This is the cover I've been looking for--I knew it would be amazing--and it was even better!

[@zcarter80]

This was everything I needed it to be and even if I'm sure you hear it often you doing these covers makes my days a lot brighter. Thanks man for everything.

[@JakeLanevideo]

Haven’t even watched it yet but this looks right up my alley

[@StevenPStrickland]

This is awesome man, probably my favorite you've done

[@notch8947]

Absolutely incredible!!!!! The talent you have is amazing, keep it up and I hope you get all the praise, recognition and fame you deserve.

[@NathanaelCMartin]

This might just be my favorite cover you’ve ever done!! Sooooo good!!!!

[@samuelblosser5446]

So.... It's angels and airwaves

[@jonrichpen]

I don’t know how you do it. This is the energy this song always needed.

[@TDJT]

Awesome dude! Solid creativity with the breakdown \m/

[@gilzow]

Wow. This is probably my favorite cover you've done. Just amazing!

[@thebeesknees45]

Absolutely crushed it!

[@chartisiapaxton39]

Dude, like WHERE DO YOU COME FROM??!?!! You have so much talent. Everything about this is perfection 🤌 thank you for putting this out in the world for ua to discover. Cant wait to play it on repeat on Spotify

[@TomDelonge500]

Goosebumps! I sit here and feel every emotion you put in this song 🥹

[@danielkorte3200]

Simply Fantastic!! Amazing cover of one of my favorite U2 songs. Would love to hear more and different U2 covers from you.

[@TheDudeWithoutFear]

This one was super dope, bro. Very impressive and very good stuff!

[@Number01]

Awesome Job! I would love to see more U2 covers in this style!

[@CalenTaylor]

Can't find a favorite part to highlight - you smashed it all. Vocals, intricate and banging drum parts, all the guitar tones... just smashed it! I sure hope you're making some living off your work man.

[@QuiltGuildFilms]

Absolutely great!

[@SeanFarFlung]

Absolute beauty. Masterful work sir

[@ThatsRickdiculous]

brooooooo! such a fan. i grew up on U2! absolutely love!

[@LisaGarrethCollard]

Love this cover!

[@Thomohawk21]

Love this so much! One of your best 🔥

[@Chebington]

Alex Melton covering an unadulterated U2 bop. Guess I've found what I'm looking for after all.

[@volleybrawl1]

I clicked on this so fast- was as impressed here as with every other video on your channel. You capture a U2 rendition really well and got a real gift man.

[@nervrenders]

This is fucking phenomenal

[@GabeHiggins]

This is amazing. Love it.

[@konnormusic17]

Alex your determination inspires me you always make great music! I've sung this song in my college choir and it gives me really good memories! U2 is a great band with awesome lyrics and it's cool that you covered this song!! :)

[@brianwalden4012]

Another bullseye man! You’ve taken one of my favorite songs and made me like it even more than I already did

[@woofspider330]

0:17 that first riff immediately made me thing of Facepalm Mute by Periphery lol

[@BeejayMorgan]

My goodness... I did not expect this. Incredible cover, my dude. Well done!

[@0150r]

Absolutely fantastic!

[@TheHayes32]

I just found you channel today and have been down the rabbit hole of your songs and covers...... I literally went out to get a Powerball ticket so if i win i could make you rich and famous. You are phenomenal.