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'Overpaid' Bono
Bono thinks he is "overpaid".The U2 rocker - who is worth an estimated £400 million - says he devotes so much of his time to charitable projects because he believes he has more money than...
By Bang Showbiz on 02 December 2009
Wyclef Was A U2 Fan As A Teen
WYCLEF JEAN almost became a rocker instead of a rapper, after becoming obsessed with U2 as a teenager growing up in New York.The former Fugees star moved to Brooklyn from his native Haiti when he...
By WENN on 24 November 2009
U2 Fined For Noisy Shows
U2 have incurred $53,000 (£33,125) for breaching noise regulations during three concerts in their native Ireland earlier this year (09).The group played to thousands of fans at Dublin's Croke Park in July (09) but residents...
By WENN on 16 November 2009
Fussy Franklin Threatened To Pull Out Of Hall Of Fame Show Over Air Issue
Soul diva ARETHA FRANKLIN threatened to pull out of her planned performance at the recent Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 25th anniversary tribute - if organisers couldn't promise to shut off all ventilation at...
By WENN on 14 November 2009
Outrage Over U2 Berlin Wall Concert
U2 fans are outraged over plans to restrict the view of the band's free concert in Berlin, Germany - after organisers decided to limit the number of people allowed to catch a glimpse of the...
By WENN on 05 November 2009
Smith, U2 And Michael Honour Ross At Industry Awards
GEORGE MICHAEL was on hand to present British broadcasting favourite JONATHAN ROSS with a special award on Monday (02Nov09) in recognition of his commitment to the music industry.TV chatshow host Ross was honoured with the...
By WENN on 03 November 2009
Jagger Joins U2 On Stage At Hall Of Fame Show
ROLLING STONES frontman MICK JAGGER made a surprise appearance on stage with U2 on Friday (30Oct09) during the second night of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame concerts in New York City.The first show...
By WENN on 01 November 2009
Wonder Sobs During Jackson Tribute At Hall Of Fame Show
STEVIE WONDER broke down in tears as he paid tribute to MICHAEL JACKSON at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 25th Anniversary concert in New York on Thursday (29Oct09) night.The soul star teamed up...
By WENN on 30 October 2009
Osbourne Joins Metallica
BLACK SABBATH star OZZY OSBOURNE is set to join METALLICA for the rockers' upcoming concert in New York to celebrate 25 years of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.The Enter Sandman hitmakers, who were...
By WENN on 21 October 2009
Jack White Praises 'Authentic' Britney
Jack White thinks Britney Spears is "more authentic" than legendary rockers.The Dead Weather guitarist believes the 'If U Seek Amy' hitmaker is more genuine than some of the world's most respected rock stars, including Bob...
By Bang Showbiz on 20 October 2009
Bono Praises Obama In Newspaper Article
Rocker BONO has saluted U.S. leader BARACK OBAMA after his shock Nobel Prize win with an opinion piece in the New York Times.The U2 star applauded the President for his efforts to "rebrand America" in...
By WENN on 20 October 2009
U2 Want Rock Band Game
U2 want to release a 'Rock Band' video game like their idols The Beatles.Bass player Adam Clayton has revealed he and his bandmates - singer Bono, guitarist The Edge and drummer Larry Mullen, Jr. -...
By Bang Showbiz on 09 October 2009
U2 Want A Video Game
Rock icons U2 are desperate to follow in the footsteps of THE BEATLES and METALLICA and land their own video game.Bassist Adam Clayton admits he and his bandmates are impressed with the recently-released The Beatles:...
By WENN on 08 October 2009
Muse Grounded By U2
Muse find supporting U2 "grounding".The 'Plug In Baby' rockers - who have won a string of awards for their spectacular live shows - think spending three weeks as opening act for the Irish megastars will...
By Bang Showbiz on 08 October 2009
U2'S Massive Tour Overheads Prevent Profit
Rock giants U2 are still to pull in a profit from their sold-out 360° world tour - because the mammoth show's overheads are so costly.The Beautiful Day legends have been on the road since June...
By WENN on 29 September 2009
U2'S Support Lessons
U2 taught Skunk Anansie "how to be a band".The 'Weak' hitmakers supported the veteran rockers on tour when they were just starting out, and admit the experience taught them how to behave towards other acts...
By Bang Showbiz on 25 September 2009
Happy Birthday To The Boss
It was 60 years ago today (23Sep) that BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN was Born In The U.S.A. and love him or loathe him, there's no question the rocker is a living legend.Still touring, releasing hit albums and...
By WENN on 23 September 2009
Jay-z's Bono Plan
Jay-Z wants to duet with Bono.The rap star is a friend of the U2 singer and says he would love to turn their personal relationship into a professional one.He said: "Bono would be a great...
By Bang Showbiz on 21 September 2009
The Edge Embarrassed By White Stripes Rewrite
U2 star THE EDGE avoided an embarrassing plagiarism battle when he played a new song for WHITE STRIPES star JACK WHITE.The guitarist thought he'd composed a new hit and played the untitled track for his...
By WENN on 04 September 2009
U2 Mutated Spider-man For The Stage
U2 rockers THE EDGE and BONO are set to infuriate comic book fans with their new SPIDER-MAN musical - they have completely reworked the traditional superhero story in the upcoming stage show.Frontman Bono predicts theatregoers...
By WENN on 20 August 2009
Liam Gallagher: 'I Don't Like Noel'
LIAM GALLAGHER no longer speaks to his brother and OASIS bandmate NOEL - because he annoys him so much.The pair, who will headline Britain's V Festival with Oasis this weekend (22-23Aug09), only ever communicate with...
By WENN on 20 August 2009
Wood Still Committed To Spider-man Musical
EVAN RACHEL WOOD has confirmed she is still planning to take the stage in the upcoming SPIDER-MAN musical - dismissing rumours she quit the production after it was stalled by financial problems.Broadway bosses last week...
By WENN on 19 August 2009
Sturgess Hopes Spider-man Musical Works Out
ACROSS THE UNIVERSE star JIM STURGESS has his fingers crossed for the struggling SPIDER-MAN musical - because he was involved in the project at the beginning and insists it will be a great show.The Brit...
By WENN on 17 August 2009
'Unimportant' Edge
The Edge thinks it "doesn't matter" if he plays well.The U2 guitarist claims the band have put on an "amazing" show every night of their current '360 Degrees' tour, regardless of how well he is...
By Bang Showbiz on 17 August 2009
The Edge Annoyed By U2 Carbon Criticism
U2 star THE EDGE has hit back former TALKING HEADS frontman DAVID BYRNE for criticising the band's lavish shows - insisting the Irish rockers have always offset their carbon footprint.The With Or Without You hitmakers...
By WENN on 16 August 2009
U2 Break Attendance Record At Wembley
Irish rockers U2 have broken the record for the number of fans attending London's famous Wembley stadium - thanks to their state of the art stage sets.The Beautiful Day hitmakers brought their 360 world tour...
By WENN on 15 August 2009
U2 Move In Mysterious Ways
U2 are successful because of their "mysterious" relationships.Guitarist The Edge believes the band - also consisting of frontman Bono, bassist Adam Clayton and drummer Larry Mullen Jr. - have survived almost 30 years in the...
By Bang Showbiz on 13 August 2009
Bono Is 'Annoying'
Bono admits he is "annoying".The U2 singer - a keen political activist and charity campaigner - knows he makes it easy for people to dislike him but insists having an "ego" is an essential part...
By Bang Showbiz on 01 August 2009
U2'S Swedish Tour Dates In Doubt After Dublin Delay
U2's upcoming European tour dates have been thrown into doubt after their stage equipment was held up by locals in Dublin, Ireland, in a row over the dismantling of the stage set.The Irish rockers wrapped...
By WENN on 28 July 2009
U2 Take Part In Global Day Of Action For Iran
Rockers U2 marked the Global Day of Action for Iran by showing footage from the country's civil war during a hometown show in Dublin, Ireland on Saturday (25Jul09).The Irish group joined Nobel Laureates and human...
By WENN on 28 July 2009
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