India, Sept. 12 -- MusiCares has named U2 - Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr. - as the 2027 MusiCares Persons of the Year.
One of the most acclaimed bands in modern music, U2 will be honored for their groundbreaking body of work and decades of using their reach, resources and music to support people and the fight for justice around the world.
The 36th annual Persons of the Year benefit gala will be held at a new location, Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, on February 5, 2027, two nights before the 2027 Grammys at Crypto.com Arena.
"We are honored to celebrate and recognize U2 as this year's MusiCares Persons of the Year," said Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy and MusiCares. "Their impact goes far beyond the s...