U2: 'Carnaval De Luz' Listening Event

U2 are bringing their latest album, Carnaval De Luz, to Rough Trade Denmark Street on Thursday 12 November for a pre-release listening party. It's part of a wider run of listening events the band is holding at record stores to mark the album's release through Island, with this London night hosted by Rough Trade.

The format is simple: you go in and hear the new record in full, before it's officially out. It's a playback rather than a gig, so the band won't be there in person, and the ticket is an RSVP that gets you through the door rather than a copy of the album. You'll get a gift for attending, too. If you've been following the rollout, this is one of the first chances to hear the whole thing from start to finish in a room with other people, rather than on your own with headphones.

Rough Trade is keeping the numbers small for this one, with capacity limited to 50 people. It's a tight space, so it'll be a quiet affair rather than a crowd. If you're planning to head down, there are a couple of practical things to keep in mind: there are no public toilets or bar on site, so it's worth sorting yourself out before you arrive. Doors open at 23:00, and the event is free.