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What was notable about Adam Clayton's style?
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His style includes Motown and reggae influences, and cites artists such as Paul Simonon of The Clash as influences on his musical style.
Does he have any other influences?
As a bass player, Clayton's most recognizable basslines include "New Year's Day", which evolved out of an attempt to play Visage's song "Fade to Grey".
Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
When Clayton first joined the fledgling U2, he did not have formal training in the bass.
When did he get formal training?
In the band's early years, he generally played simple parts in 4/4 time, usually strings of steady 8th notes.
Bono said of Clayton's early bass playing.

Question: Did he ever take on another role?
Self-contained rewrite: Did Adam Clayton ever take on another role besides bass playing?