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U2's latest tour: ludicrous, expensive and a bit hypocritical

Protesters in Dublin were furious about the time it took to dismantle Bono's massive stage 'claw'Considering their reputation as the most socially aware band on the planet, U2 have been doing their best to inflame at least one section of society with their latest venture. Protesters in Dublin this week picketed the Croke Park stadium where the dismantling of the world's most expensive – and most preposterous – rock show, including a giant electronic "claw", required almost two days...

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03:52 on July 30 2009

U2 Gets A Dose of Protesters

Undercover, Australia — Protesters in Ireland have forced U2 to miss the boat. more info
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23:10 on July 29 2009

U2's latest tour: ludicrous, expensive and a bit hypocritical

Guardian Music — Protesters in Dublin were furious about the time it took to dismantle Bono's massive stage 'claw'Considering their reputation as the most socially aware band on the plane... more info
U2 The Rolling Stones Electric Light Orchestra George Clinton Todd Rundgren
11:16 on July 30 2009

Dubliners decry U2's noisy all-night stage removal

Dubliners angry over the around-the-clock dismantling of U2's monumental concert stage mounted street protests Tuesday, threatening ... more info
U2 The Dubliners
20:44 on July 30 2009

New U2 Video - "I'll Go Crazy If I Don't Go Crazy Tonight" (Live)

Stereogum — We've already seen photos illustrating U2's monstrous 360º Tour rig, but something that can get David Byrne to brandish some blog snark is probably worth experienci... more info
U2 David Byrne
20:30 on July 30 2009

Ego warriors: U2 speak out on rock-star hypocrisy

Guardian Music — Over the years, U2 have taken many a kicking. But the band believe they're unjustly maligned for their unique brand of 'stadium activism'Tuesday night in Amsterdam. Insid... more info
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