Comments on: Book Sample: U2 at Live Aid

By: Declan Mc Nally

Declan Mc Nally — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 14:26:29 +0000

From memory, Larry and Bono were interviewed on the programme. They phoned Geldof the night before and said they wouldn’t play unless they were allowed a soundcheck. Apparently they didn’t get one but they didn’t explain who or what changed their mind.

By: Sylvia

Sylvia — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:00:00 +0000

I like it! Looking forward to the whole book.

By: Matt

Matt — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 08:54:07 +0000

Stephen — I’ve never seen or heard of that documentary. Any chance you can provide a transcript of what exactly was said, and who said it? Sounds interesting and like something that should be in the book. Thanks!

By: Stephen

Stephen — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 08:23:53 +0000

Of course, you should tell the WHOLE story - that U2, for all their humanitarian bluster had great misgivings about playing at Live Aid, to the point of phoning Geldof the night before, stating they weren’t sure if they wanted to play. Geldof’s reply, as documented on the BBC programme commemorating 20 years since Live Aid? “Fuck them!” (said in a tone of voice that made it clear he wasn’t bothered)

By: Niterpi

Niterpi — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 14:59:31 +0000

great stuff. i knew the band was upset about that, but i never knew bono considered quitting! - i am definitely buying this book!!

By: Matt

Matt — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 06:03:43 +0000

Thanks, Raul, I’m glad you liked it. As time allows, I will plan on posting more book samples. Remind me in a couple weeks if I forget. Maybe I’ll post a sample album entry?

By: Raul

Raul — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 10:57:17 +0000

Also liked very much the idea of the quotes: it adds even more value to the diary. The facts are the facts and in a diary you can’t go away from it. But the quotes, they are unique; that’s where is the touch of the writer, in choosing a meaningful quote. And this one is a great quote - it helps to explain the main text. Walk on.

By: Raul

Raul — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 10:44:53 +0000

Great job!!! That’s exactly what we want from your book: something else, an extra-value, the link between the day and future decisions, the consequences and the importance of the day - because the set they played we all already now. Yes, «give us some more».

By: Matt

Matt — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:01:37 +0000

Thank you, all. Glad you like it. I should mention — specifically to what Donal mentioned — that this may not be the final version. I do hope to have time to track down some quotes from the girl. I have her name somewhere here. Plus, there’s always a chance that my editor will make some changes, too.

But, this is what I have for now and I thought it would be fun to share.

By: Erika

Erika — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 19:34:56 +0000

Love it!!!!!!