Bono on Morrissey

[suparni]

I think U2 are good as well. Especially Actung baby and some of the stuff on this recent album... particularly this one:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VFQ-UNkh3A

This one was heavily influenced by Brian Eno... who wanted the album to go more in this direction... but bono wanted more singles feeling I think.

Eno working with u2 - I like the direction... I also absolutely love the album cover and album art.

gosh its been so long that I have not posted on here... I forget how to embed a video.

[bysshe]

I think U2 are good as well. Especially Actung baby and some of the stuff on this recent album... particularly this one:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VFQ-UNkh3A

This one was heavily influenced by Brian Eno... who wanted the album to go more in this direction... but bono wanted more singles feeling I think.

Eno working with u2 - I like the direction... I also absolutely love the album cover and album art.

gosh its been so long that I have not posted on here... I forget how to embed a video.

Here you go, suparni!

[suparni]

Here you go, suparni!

thanks! off to pick up a mac mini for my dad... to replace that dreadful and ridiculous windows machine.

[The Seeker of Good Songs]

I flicked through the latest NME at Tesco

Whenever I read "Tesco" I think of Texaco...the gas/petroleum station.
I'm American. We don't have Tesco. Is that like Walmart? or Costco?

[Kewpie]

Whenever I read "Tesco" I think of Texaco...the gas/petroleum station.
I'm American. We don't have Tesco. Is that like Walmart? or Costco?

Yes, Tesco is the biggest supermarket chain in the UK.
Boy George used to work one of the branches in London.

http://tesco.com

[*EqualOpportunityHater*]

Actually Pixies supported U2 on the ZOO TV tour back in 93-94 so they obviously didnt have a problem with U2 and they also supported them more recetly when they reformed, so I'd say Bono is probably a legit fan. Of course if Moz was making these comments you'd all be agreeing, but cus its Bono its fashionable to disagree with him. I for one think his good outweighs his bad, yes he comes over as a twat in recent times, but in the long run hes alright!

Uhm no, I'm not a sheep follower of Moz or anyone else.....

The issue with me is that Bonoshit is a giant mediawhore, I don't like publicity whores like him... he's worse than Paris Hilton in many ways when it comes to mediawhoredom... at least Paris doesn't go around preaching to people, pretending to have answers to all of the world's problems and what not....

Also, U2 is one of the biggest sellout bands of all time.... it's sickening!


Sorry bysshe & suparni <333

[suparni]

Uhm no, I'm not a sheep follower of Moz or anyone else.....

The issue with me is that Bonoshit is a giant mediawhore, I don't like publicity whores like him... he's worse than Paris Hilton in many ways when it comes to mediawhoredom... at least Paris doesn't go around preaching to people, pretending to have answers to all of the world's problems and what not....

Also, U2 is one of the biggest sellout bands of all time.... it's sickening!


Sorry bysshe & suparni <333

Oh its totally fine with me... i am no great defender of Bono... I just like the music and I am happy to let him do his thing. I like reading him and don't mind what he does or says... sounds good to me. But I don't get defensive about it as one would if somebody were to diss Moz.

And what did Bono say about Morrissey in NME???? If he dare touched a hair on his head... WHAT DID HE SAY??

[suparni]

ok I read the first post now... something about Morrissey being up there with Dylan. Bono means it as a compliment... he is showing respect to Moz in the best way he knows how.

He talks a lot and has a lot to say and comes off really strong and opinionated and perhaps a bit of an ego thing is there... but the man is 5ft 4 or something... he is doing great considering that fact - sorry short men... but its something to get over for a man and bono is doing pretty well with it. IMO

[malvachat]

Yes, Tesco is the biggest supermarket chain in the UK.
Boy George used to work one of the branches in London.

http://tesco.com

Yes don't forget.
"America is Not the World"



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Now playing: Ricky Nelson - Tell Laura I Love Her
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[ganglord in ny]

looks like its pretty cool to hate U2 nowadays huh

[Anaesthesine]

Death to Bono, Billy Joel Armstrong, and Coldplay

Aww, what did Billy Joe ever do to merit all the hate that comes his way.

Bono is powerful enough to be a valid target, and Coldplay are boring, but Billy Joe? He's a great songwriter, has a lovely voice, and is adorably ambiguous.

Green Day took it mainstream with great care. I'll never forget driving cross-country when American Idiot came out. There was nothing on the radio but ranting preachers, 100 nasty flavors of country, easy listening and Green Day. I was very happy to hear them.

[still ill life]

For about 1-2 years I have had great issues with people who sing about their problems all the time and never seem to have any solutions at all. What is the point? Their solution of course is obvious, they sing about their problems and become rich in the process. But what is in there for all the other people? They are brainwashed with constant problem thoughts all day long and even pay for this. Some of the people who become rich by telling others about their problems at least hint at solutions when they give interviews, but others don't even do that. And then they think they are superior somehow when all they did was sing about problems, but they are celebrities, made a lot of money, yes, right...

Not saying that you are saying it, but...what about Moz then...? When has he been trying to give solutions to the things he's singing and has been singing about? I don't know, and I don't mind being proven wrong either.
I think people are "brainwashed" with constant problem thoughts all day long even without music, because of the difficulties in life, and you probably know that music can be there to lend a hand (or something like that) when you're feeling down, when you can (through listening to music/lyrics) feel glad about not being alone feeling in a certain way, and I would say that that's what is in there for all the other people, and to me that's definitely enough.
I don't mind Bono, Moz and others in the same business getting rich by singing about their troubles...they wouldn't have gotten this far if they hadn't been able to connect to the other people in some way through their music.

[Ive_Ruined_It_All_UK]

looks like its pretty cool to hate U2 nowadays huh

If he would just keep his mouth shut he'd be less of a target. As it stands, it seems Bone Head is on every major TV network speed dial when they need "view from Pop Entertainer" and he's all too willing to oblige.

Ive no doubt if he showed up in my neighbourhood he'd have a thing or two to say at the next homeowners assoc. meeting on how we could do things better.

I bet right now he's pulling every plonker he knows to get a photo opp with Obama and take credit for his election.

Oh yeah, as mentioned above, he has lost weight: used to be a fat bastard. Now a skinny bastard.

[anon x]

people who sing about their problems all the time and never seem to have any solutions at all. What is the point? Their solution of course is obvious, they sing about their problems and become rich in the process.

You mean Morrissey ?

[Your Arsenal]

Aww, what did Billy Joe ever do to merit all the hate that comes his way.



Green Day took it mainstream with great care. I'll never forget driving cross-country when American Idiot came out. There was nothing on the radio but ranting preachers, 100 nasty flavors of country, easy listening and Green Day. I was very happy to hear them.

He's a fucking sell out, he's rich now coz of American Idiot, and he knew exactly how to do it. Are you gonna tell me that somehow he expect that album to flop? WIth all those pop chords? Pahlease.
And his lyrics and singing arent THAT great.

Next time you drive somewhere like that, take your Morrissey CDs, or Just fill your Ipod with Morrissey, SMiths, Pixies, Jesus and Mary Chain, Placebo, and have a MERRY time

[Worm]

looks like its pretty cool to hate U2 nowadays huh

Nothing new. It's been cool to hate them since about 1983.

[Worm]

For about 1-2 years I have had great issues with people who sing about their problems all the time and never seem to have any solutions at all. What is the point? Their solution of course is obvious, they sing about their problems and become rich in the process. But what is in there for all the other people? They are brainwashed with constant problem thoughts all day long and even pay for this. Some of the people who become rich by telling others about their problems at least hint at solutions when they give interviews, but others don't even do that. And then they think they are superior somehow when all they did was sing about problems, but they are celebrities, made a lot of money, yes, right...

There's value in understanding problems even if you don't provide a solution. Often the framing of a problem in a new and insightful way can cause you to think of a solution, or at least get you closer.

"How Soon Is Now?" does not offer a solution to a problem. It is about the problem itself, namely being shy and unable to find love and friendship with other people. It is an angry song that pits a basic human need, the need for love, with pointless social rituals and the insensitivity of those who believe there is a "right way" and a "wrong way" to do what ought to be the most natural thing in the world. There's no solution, but the anger in the song helps you grasp the crucial point that shyness itself is not a problem at all-- in fact the real problem lies elsewhere, outside of oneself. I'd call that a useful perspective.

[Oh my god, it's Robby!]

i find Bono annoying now, but its cool he said something positive about Morrissey i guess
i dont really see how it could be a bad thing, as some seem to be saying(or at least implying) in this thread
also, just because Bono became an annoying old self rightcheous hack does not mean U2 was not once awesome!
maybe they should have broke up like the Smiths did

[Anaesthesine]

He's a fucking sell out, he's rich now coz of American Idiot, and he knew exactly how to do it. Are you gonna tell me that somehow he expect that album to flop? WIth all those pop chords? Pahlease.
And his lyrics and singing arent THAT great.

Next time you drive somewhere like that, take your Morrissey CDs, or Just fill your Ipod with Morrissey, SMiths, Pixies, Jesus and Mary Chain, Placebo, and have a MERRY time

I know, being successful and writing accessible, catchy pop music oughta be a crime.

Why would Billy Joe expect that album to flop? It's a great slab of pop, and it captured the moment perfectly. All the punk purists I know hate the guy, but I give him top marks for actually getting played on the radio and reaching a larger audience. Honestly, preaching to the converted is easy, but getting played in Wichita is a whole different ball game.

After about a month I stop listening to any new album, and I seldom go back. Pop exists in the moment, and then it's gone. The Jesus and Mary Chain, like The Smiths, are dead as doornails to me. My Ipod turnover is ridiculous.

I had Morrissey playing full blast that trip, though, and when Texas got to be too much, I was grateful for his voice.

[Malasia]

i find Bono annoying now, but its cool he said something positive about Morrissey i guess
i dont really see how it could be a bad thing, as some seem to be saying(or at least implying) in this thread
also, just because Bono became an annoying old self rightcheous hack does not mean U2 was not once awesome!
maybe they should have broke up like the Smiths did

I agree with you there. I like (some) U2, but Bono is just a self righteous prat. And it kind of surprises me how much he likes Morrissey.