Originally posted by ahn1991:[..]
I think everyone has a different definition of what "relevancy" actually means for the band, including the band itself. It's hilarious when people talk about U2's strive for relevancy as if it's a bad thing. If U2 didn't strive to be relevant we wouldn't even be having this conversation.
Regarding U2's Joshua Tree Tour, it does seem like it's a case of contractual obligation as opposed to a quest for relevancy... Regardless, U2 isn't in the business of half-assing things when it comes to their live performances, so I think we'll be in for some good shows even if it means a delay to SOE.
Originally posted by bushido529:SoE is coming 2018. I'm calling it
Originally posted by ahn1991:It'll come. For a band that is so well known for tying their songs into the political, economic, social, and spiritual environment of the time, it makes sense that the recent climate of the world would give them a reason to pause. The reason we like them is because their songs are rooted in reality. I won't give up hope until they say it themselves.
Originally posted by robotsandmonkeys:I'm calling it one step further - there will be no SOE.
An album will come out at some point with some of these songs on it, but I predict it won't be titled SOE and it won't be in 2017.
SOE is going the way of Songs of Ascent. Bye bye.
Originally posted by bushido529:SoE is coming 2018. I'm calling it
Originally posted by Macphistfly:What saddens me more, is that the band I love are going to lambast my political views and those of millions of other U2 fans.
How do you think an assault on Trump will go down in Michigan, or PA, or Texas?
Here's your answer, NOT. WELL.