Kanye West - U2 Taking New Hip-Hop Direction

Hip-hop star KANYE WEST have inspired rockers U2 to experiment with new styles of music.

Frontman BONO, who recently admitted to being a huge fan of the JESUS WALKS hitmaker, insists the band's willingness to try new things is responsible for their continued success.

He says, "I happen to be in really a truly great band, and experimentation has been the lifeblood of this band.

"We, of course, will look and are looking across at hip-hop and see the amazing innovation in the studio."