U2 Joshua Tree Tour 2017 / 2019 **No Ticket Sales**

johnpatrick81

Any predictions? I reckon we might see A Sort of Homecoming, and perhaps a brand new song. Might even stretch the setlist to 23 or 24 songs!

PTH2009

Wooderson wrote: »

U2 Brothr is a loon but a likeable loon.

hes seems a nice guy but could turn nasty if things are not going his way, Hes a teacher apperently

I wonder will a certain Mr Brooks get wind of these shows happening and release a statement saying 'how impressed he was with the shows and wants too play Ireland as soon as he can' Cant believe that fiasco was 3 years ago

Sadly a possible Christy Dignam apperence is unlikely saturday as Aslan are playing in Tipp the same night

Wooderson

johnpatrick81 wrote: »

Any predictions? I reckon we might see A Sort of Homecoming, and perhaps a brand new song. Might even stretch the setlist to 23 or 24 songs!

Are they filming the show in Dublin?

PTH2009

Wooderson wrote: »

Are they filming the show in Dublin?

not that im aware but would be so cool if they did

i reckon one of the US shows was prob recorded

q2xv9rjei4awgb

Wooderson wrote: »

Are they filming the show in Dublin?

HA!

As if!

Wouldn't get the full affect of the lighting etc. More than likely, if anything is filmed, it'll be in South America

secondrowgal

What's allowed and what's not:

Leave your garden furniture at home folks!!

http://www.dublinlive.ie/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/coldplay-u2-croke-park-backpacks-13279443

The full list of items banned from Croke Park includes:

Large backpacks and rucksacks

Umbrellas

Garden furniture or seats

Food

Banners or flags larger than A4 size

Laser pointers

Glowsticks

Flashlights

Inflatable balls or balloons

Weapons

Fireworks

Glass or cans

Alcohol

Studs and spikes

Selfie sticks

Cameras with more than 1’’ lens

Video cameras and audio recording devices

johnpatrick81

Wooderson wrote: »

Are they filming the show in Dublin?

Rumours of it. They were apparently doing a test rig at a recent show, with loads more cameras and increased lighting, as if they were sizing up for a full shoot in the coming weeks.

q2xv9rjei4awgb

secondrowgal wrote: »

What's allowed and what's not:

Leave your garden furniture at home folks!!

http://www.dublinlive.ie/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/coldplay-u2-croke-park-backpacks-13279443

The full list of items banned from Croke Park includes:

Large backpacks and rucksacks

Umbrellas

Garden furniture or seats

Food

Banners or flags larger than A4 size

Laser pointers

Glowsticks

Flashlights

Inflatable balls or balloons

Weapons

Fireworks

Glass or cans

Alcohol

Studs and spikes

Selfie sticks

Cameras with more than 1’’ lens

Video cameras and audio recording devices

So I can bring my lightsaber then?

Seve OB

Being the only show in Dublin I expect some on stage presence & duets from someone.... god knows who, but I definately think we will be in for a treat or even 2!

PTH2009

Seve OB wrote: »

Being the only show in Dublin I expect some on stage presence & duets from someone.... god knows who, but I definately think we will be in for a treat or even 2!

Noel Gallagher id say, maybe Glen Hansard, Imelda May or someone else. Might be no duet

hopefully not that drag queen again

q2xv9rjei4awgb

PTH2009 wrote: »

hopefully not that drag queen again

Harsh on Bono tbf

lambayire

I wouldn't be expecting anything different than what's been played so far.

Have they ventured past 23 songs yet?

A Sort Of Homecoming would be very likely.

Has the media build-up for this one been quite low key so far?

johnpatrick81

MisterAnarchy

Dublin Airport today ,the boys are back in town !

mrk75

johnpatrick81 wrote: »

I'd say he's never even listened to a full U2 album. Too busy making costumes and documentaries about himself.

johnpatrick81 wrote: »

I'd say he's never even listened to a full U2 album. Too busy making costumes and documentaries about himself.

The guy I know back home who's a bit of fanatic like that (i.e. attends loads of gigs, always in the queue early doors to get a prime spot) has a daughter the same age as the daughter of another guy I know. Anyway, the two girls are being driven somewhere by the other guy and he puts on the new Joshua Tree live CD in the car.

He asks the girls do they recognise "Streets..." and neither has a clue - including the daughter of said fanatic who you would assume would be playing their music on a fairly regular basis in the house, in the car, etc...

Spoke volumes for me....!

Seve OB

PTH2009 wrote: »

Noel Gallagher id say, maybe Glen Hansard, Imelda May or someone else. Might be no duet

hopefully not that drag queen again

Glen would be epic. Noel cool, but I doubt it, he did London, but not unlikely. I'm not a fan of Imelda, but will give her credit as she is a very good singer and would be well received.

Shane McGowan gets my vote

Andres Brave Ping-pong wrote: »

Harsh on Bono tbf

Why, I mean WTF getting that yoke up on stage.

mrk75

Veloce wrote: »

It must get qware annoying for Bono and the lads seeing the same people up the front row at every gig.

I was about 3 people back from the barrier for the second Dublin gig during the I&E tour. Standing over on Adam's side. Some girl was there waving some box and a poster/banner at Adam all night. Now towards the end, Adam's partner was there standing over to the side of the stage. She comes over and accepts the giftbox from her, it had all random sh!t in it like Barry's Tea and all sorts. Couldn't believe it. It was gas as Adam was doing his best to avoid eye contact with her all night - during certain songs he was right there in front of her about 10 feet away!

That was apparently why they brought in the system for the Vertigo tour around 2005 where access to the "heart" was on a random basis. The same feckers were at the front row at every gig. Must be a torture alright...

Seve OB

johnpatrick81 wrote: »

haha deadly. it's amazing how you forget some of the mad sh1th they got up to

Seve OB

Edge 2, 3, 4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfgJVe6yLtY

Chorus 2, 3, 4

Lyrics from @U2

The Little Things That Give You Away"
The night gave you song
A light had been turned on
You walked out in the world
Like you belong there

As easy as a breeze
Each heart was yours to please
Is it only me who sees
There’s something wrong there

Oh no la la, I’m not a ghost now
I can see you
You need to see me

It’s the little things that give you away
The words you cannot say
Your big mouth in the way
It’s the little things that tease and betray
As the hunted I become the prey
It’s the little things
The little things that give you away

I saw you on the stairs
You didn’t notice I was there
That’s ‘cause you were talking at me
Not to me

You were high above the storm
A hurricane being born
But this freedom
It might cost you your liberty

It’s the little things that give you away
The words you cannot say
Your big mouth in the way
It’s the little things that tease and betray
As the hunted I become the prey
It’s the little things
The little things that give you away

Sometimes
I can’t believe my existence
See myself from a distance
I can’t get back inside
Sometimes
The air is so anxious
All my thoughts are so reckless
And all of my innocence has died
Sometimes
I wake at four in the morning
When all the darkness is swarming
And it covers me in fear
Sometimes, sometimes, sometimes
Full of anger and grieving
So far away from believing
That any song will reappear
Sometimes
The end is not coming
It’s not coming
The end is here
Sometimes, sometimes, sometimes
Sometimes, sometimes
When the painted glass shatters
And you’re the only thing that matters
But I can’t see you through the fears
Sometimes
The end isn’t coming
It’s not coming
The end is here
Sometimes

mrk75

lambayire wrote: »

I wouldn't be expecting anything different than what's been played so far.

Have they ventured past 23 songs yet?

A Sort Of Homecoming would be very likely.

Has the media build-up for this one been quite low key so far?

Can't see it deviating too much from the general set list so far. Maybe ASOH alright. They could always drop Pride.

Might get IWF in the encore set and maybe the new song.

Wheety

PTH2009 wrote: »

If these people are queing for the show then they need too get serious help as its not healthy too be queing for a show that takes place in 3 days. Do these people not have Familes/jobs etc

I hope those queuing have Pitch 2 or Red Zone tickets, otherwise they are going to be disappointed.

Also, I'd imagine the very front for a U2 gig is pretty crap as you won't see the full affect.

45mhrc7evo1d3n

Info below on what you can/can't bring that I received in an email about collecting my Red Zone tickets. Info re bag size highlighted in red (by me).

Please do not bring backpacks or large handbags. There will be no cloakroom or storage facilities on site. Bags must not be left at the entrance or surrounding areas. Any items left will be removed and disposed of accordingly

Should you require somewhere to store a backpack, large handbag or any additional luggage during the event the following locations have Bag drop/locker storage facilities available (please note these are independently run facilities)

· Ned Kelly’s: 43 O' Connell Street Upper
· Extreme Ireland
Tourism Office,
 37 College Green
· Busáras station opposite Connolly train station

Searching is a condition of entry to protect your safety and that of others.
Due to increased security measures, we strongly advise you allow sufficient time to get through security checks to gain entry to the venue in a safe and timely manner.

To ensure as smooth an access as possible and to avoid any unnecessary delays we strongly suggest that you bring as little as possible with you to the event and minimize jackets and additional layers when possible. To avoid disappointment do not bring backpacks or larger handbags, you may be refused admission to the venue without a refund.

We recommend if you are bringing personal bag, purses or clutch bag, you should only bring those of smaller sizes i.e. those measuring 4.5in/11.4cm x 6.5in/16.51cm or smaller will be allowed.

Further security searches of clothing, bags and other items will be determined by the venue in reasonable discretion, including on entry and exit.

innuendo141

Wheety wrote: »

I hope those queuing have Pitch 2 or Red Zone tickets, otherwise they are going to be disappointed.

Also, I'd imagine the very front for a U2 gig is pretty crap as you won't see the full affect.

I think I was the perfect distance from the stage - in parallel with the B stage on Adam's side. I saw sh@g all of the lads during the first 4 songs because I'm teenchy, but the stage zone view was perfect.

thejaguar

This might be a stupid question - but are you allowed to bring booze to the seat in Croker during the show?

Unrealistic

thejaguar wrote: »

This might be a stupid question - but are you allowed to bring booze to the seat in Croker during the show?

At Coldplay earlier this month you were allowed.

mrk75

Seve OB wrote: »

Edge 2, 3, 4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfgJVe6yLtY

Chorus 2, 3, 4

Lyrics from @U2

The Little Things That Give You Away"  
The night gave you song
A light had been turned on
You walked out in the world
Like you belong there

As easy as a breeze
Each heart was yours to please
Is it only me who sees
There’s something wrong there

Oh no la la, I’m not a ghost now
I can see you
You need to see me

It’s the little things that give you away
The words you cannot say
Your big mouth in the way
It’s the little things that tease and betray
As the hunted I become the prey
It’s the little things
The little things that give you away

I saw you on the stairs
You didn’t notice I was there
That’s ‘cause you were talking at me
Not to me

You were high above the storm
A hurricane being born
But this freedom
It might cost you your liberty

It’s the little things that give you away
The words you cannot say
Your big mouth in the way
It’s the little things that tease and betray
As the hunted I become the prey
It’s the little things
The little things that give you away

Sometimes
I can’t believe my existence
See myself from a distance
I can’t get back inside
Sometimes
The air is so anxious
All my thoughts are so reckless
And all of my innocence has died
Sometimes
I wake at four in the morning
When all the darkness is swarming
And it covers me in fear
Sometimes, sometimes, sometimes
Full of anger and grieving
So far away from believing
That any song will reappear
Sometimes
The end is not coming
It’s not coming
The end is here
Sometimes, sometimes, sometimes
Sometimes, sometimes
When the painted glass shatters
And you’re the only thing that matters
But I can’t see you through the fears
Sometimes
The end isn’t coming
It’s not coming
The end is here
Sometimes

The "234" thing is interesting. Is that someone counting them in in real time or a pre-recorded "click track"?

Wonder whose voice it is and if they have that for many songs or just that one (being a new tune)?

Seve OB

mrk75 wrote: »

The "234" thing is interesting. Is that someone counting them in in real time or a pre-recorded "click track"?

Wonder whose voice it is and if they have that for many songs or just that one (being a new tune)?

Yes, it seems the recording comes directly from the sound desk so it is someone counting them in. Makes sense when you think of it but not being in the music business I never thought of it before!

I was wondering the same about how many times it happens

q2xv9rjei4awgb

mrk75 wrote: »

The "234" thing is interesting. Is that someone counting them in in real time or a pre-recorded "click track"?

Wonder whose voice it is and if they have that for many songs or just that one (being a new tune)?

It's directly from their IEM....IEM stands for In Ear Monitors.

It's what the members of the band hear during the gig

q2xv9rjei4awgb

Seve OB wrote: »

Yes, it seems the recording comes directly from the sound desk so it is someone counting them in. Makes sense when you think of it but not being in the music business I never thought of it before!

I was wondering the same about how many times it happens

It's the mix of what the members of the band hear during the gig in their ear monitors.

99% of the major musicians use them

iSeano90

Just saw this:
https://twitter.com/DublinAirport/status/887657044597145601