NOT only have U2 been at the centre of the music world for more than two decades now, but Bono was recently voted most powerful figure in the music industry by Q magazine.

So it is with great timing that the Irish rock stars release the Greatest Hits package, U2: The Best Of 1990 - 2000.

Always one of the most prolific of bands, Bono and chums have plenty to choose from for this collection which features hits from albums such as Achtung Baby, Zooropa, Pop and All That You Can't Leave Behind. It will also feature their current single Electrical Storm and new track, The Hands That Built America, as well as old favourites such as Even Better Than The Real Thing, Mysterious Ways, Beautiful Day, Stuck In A Moment You Can't Get Out Of and The Fly. And if this is all a bit mainstream for diehard U2 fans, then never fear - there is a limited edition set containing a B sides album with such tracks as Lady With The Spinning Head, Summer Rain, Happiness Is A Warm Gun and If God Will Send His Angels.

Since their debut album, Boy, in 1980 singer Bono, guitarist the Edge, drummer Larry Mullen Jr. and bassist Adam Clayton have been leading figures in the rock world. This Best Of release shows just how many hits they have had, following on from The Best Of 1980-1990, which the band released back in 1998.

But if this new release doesn't sate your thirst for all things U2, here's something to put on your Christmas List: A Best Of 1990 to 2000 DVD, released on December 2, which will feature promo films, commentary and specially chosen tracks. So, ahem, U2 can have a Merry Christmas!