Today’s article practically writes itself. I mean, really – I’m sure that there are some out there somewhere who weren’t impressed (some people are just never happy) but even the most casual U2 would have to be head over heels in love with the band after this past week. Tuesday was one of the coolest […]
Read MoreU2’s deal with Apple, and why some people went Bananas
I’m sure everyone has stumbled across some negativity towards the recent release of Songs Of Innocence for free on iTunes. This is my interpretation of what happened. So U2 and Apple made a deal. Apple will pay U2 a lump sum of money (reportedly $100m), in order to buy the rights to give Songs Of […]
Read MoreKnow Your Bonoisms, Part 11 – Bono’s Letter to Fans
Because you’re tapped out on Songs of Innocence reviews, I’ll spare you and just fire out a few quick opinions: “Every Breaking Wave” – It seems like it’s the current fan favorite, but it reminds me of an assortment of non-U2 80s acts. Nothing wrong with that, though. Iris – Best lyrics on the whole […]
Read More5th Anniversary of U2 360 US Opener in Chicago Sept 12, 2009
The first time I visited Chicago was for the U.S. opener of the 360 Tour in September of 2009. U2 played two back-to-back shows at Soldier Field. The first show was my favorite because it was opening night and everything was new to me. More importantly, that 360 Tour Opener in Chicago on September 12th […]
Read MoreSongs of Innocence – the U2Radio Review
I form relationships with albums much like I do with people. Some of my most enduring friendships are with folks who I knew for weeks or even months before we struck up a friendship. Some of my favorite albums were the same way – they took a while to grow on me before I really […]
Read MoreThe Miracle (of The Hype)
Attention U2ers: the following is not a track-by-track review of Songs Of Innocence, because, who cares what someone else thinks of an album, that’s like someone coming to your door, telling you what you should think of your favorite colour. This is just me thinking out loud about these new 11 songs I have been […]
Read MoreU2 and Apple – In Case You Missed It (with Live version of The Miracle)
So who saw that coming? Not this guy, that’s for sure. For those of you who aren’t in the know, U2 just released their long-awaited (and I do mean LONG) 13th studio album “Songs Of Innocence” for free on iTunes. This Earth-shattering announcement followed immediately after a simply awesome performance of new song “The Miracle […]
Read MoreUPDATED: U2 to Perform at Apple Event, and Announce Album Information
The New York Times has reported that U2 will play a significant roll in Tuesdays Apple event. Citing sources close to the event U2 will be performing and announce album plans: “Extending a decade-long connection with Apple, U2 will play a significant part in Apple’s event, which will be held at a performing arts center in […]
Read MoreWhy U2 #28 – U2 and Technology
I’ve always loved the way U2 have been interested in technology. Back in the early ’90’s, the band used technology to set a new benchmark in tour hardware with the ZooTV tour and the multiple screens it took advantage of. The Pop*Mart tour of 1997 utilized the largest video screen ever assembled, while the most […]
Read MoreKnow Your Bonoisms, Part 10 – Bono and Apple, Inc.
Since Apple is on the mind of every U2 fan this week, this is the perfect time to address Bono’s thoughts on the brand with a few quotes. Interestingly, the first Google result for the search term “Apple Red” is not a red apple. Indeed, it’s the page that the Apple brand has devoted to […]
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