U2, the iconic Irish rock band, has announced a new album titled Carnaval De Luz, which will include a posthumous duet with legendary country singer Dolly Parton. The track, called "Torn," delves into themes of fractured family relationships and was co-written by U2, Parton, and Johnny McDaid, a member of the band Snow Patrol. Dolly Parton, who passed away in August at the age of 80 after a "brief battle with cancer," contributed her vocals to the song, which will be released as part of this new project. Carnaval De Luz marks U2's 16th studio album and their first new material since 2017's Songs Of Surrender. The album's first single, "Street Of Dreams," was released in July and offers a glimpse into the themes explored throughout the record, which include spirituality, friendship, freedom, and resilience in the face of adversity. The band described the album as a reflection on enduring challenges and finding light in difficult times. The release of the album coincides with the 50th anniversary of U2's formation. In September 1976, Larry Mullen Jr. pinned a handwritten note to the noticeboard of Mount Temple Comprehensive School in Dublin, reading: "Drummer Seeks Musicians To Form Band." This moment marked the beginning of what would become one of the most influential and successful music acts in history. U2, composed of Bono (real name Paul Hewson), The Edge (real name David Evans), Larry Mullen Jr., and Adam Clayton, has sold over 170 million records worldwide. Bono described Carnaval De Luz as a collection that features "loud guitars, deep bass, some ecstatic rhythms and, yes, some silver tears," highlighting the emotional depth and creative energy behind the music. The Edge noted that the album includes "the first-ever use of flat-wound strings on a U2 recording," a detail that underscores the band's ongoing innovation and willingness to experiment with new sounds. Carnaval De Luz is set for release on 13 November.