U2360° TOUR Leg 1: 2009

Oct
1
2009
Charlottesville, VA, US (Scott Stadium)
63
with Muse
Show Report


College show at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville with its own special vibe from a very cool audience who were also well into Muse. (Incidentally, noticed that most of U2 at different moments were also out to catch their set. )

The spirit of Thomas Jefferson is with us tonight, the man who founded this University and was the lead author of an enduring little document called The Declaration of Independence. 'How is Mr Jefferson, ' cries Bono a few minutes into the show. 'Is he in the house?'

As the tour winds its way through North America the show is becoming more unpredictable with the choice of tracks and the running order changing by the night - No Line on the Horizon comes later tonight before the roof-raising, stadium-shaking Magnificent and Elevation. Your Blue Room is finding its place too, a mellow, ambient reflection before New Year's Day and Still Haven't Found launch the 360 space station into orbit again.

If Washington the other night had a distinctly political vibe, tonight we have another makeover as Bono introduces his bandmates for the benefit of the uninitiated.

'Would you let me introduce my room mates ? Behind me the jock, the captain of the football team....on my left, the cheerleaders friend, he plays the four-string instrument, because, in his own words, 'girls love bass'.

And seeing from the clip we have, a lucky local girl who had the scarf she knitted taken and worn by Bono, everyone had a great gig.

If you were at this show, please tell us what it was like and post your photos in our comments area below.

Breathe
Get on Your Boots
Mysterious Ways
Beautiful Day
No Line on the Horizon
Magnificent
Elevation
Your Blue Room
New Year's Day
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
Stuck In A Moment
Unforgettable Fire
City of Blinding Lights
Vertigo
I'll Go Crazy - Remix
Sunday Bloody Sunday
MLK
Walk On
One
Where The Streets Have No Name

Ultraviolet
With or Without You
Moment of Surrender
63  Fan Reviews
Chipjo - 02 October, 2009
Unbelievable experience!!
A trully amazing show!! I came with my husband from DC and would go to see you guys again in Raleigh if we could. The stage, the sound and the song selection was great and the visuals elements were simply amazing!! Hope to see you in Prague sometimes... P.S.:The "experiment" with the Czech guys in Berlin on 07/18 was totally cool!! Love you guys!! You are a great inspiration to all of us!! Marcela
tomprest - 02 October, 2009
This show stays with you!
24 hours later and I cannot tell you how many times I have relived the awesome experience of the show in Charlottesville. I have been a fan since "I will follow" in the early 80's, 49 year old man who has been inspired by the music of U2 for most of my adult life. It has made a difference for me as a social worker helping people every day and I thank U2 for your leadership and hitting on things that really matter in life. You are an inspiration! There's a reason why you are more popular than the Pope! THANKS! Tom
ScottE - 02 October, 2009
Climbed the mountain and back
I hope the band got time to visit the TJ home in Monticello since he referenced TJ a couples times last night. It was a Beautifal fall Day in VA for the show. I think Bono needed the scarf from that fan - it was cool by nightfall. This is the first time I seen U2 since they came to VA at the end of the Joshua Tree tour in 87. The show started a little shaky, built to a climax in the middle of the show - then trailed off at the end of the set. I was just hoping that they would have kicked me in the butt during the encore with Pride, but that did not happen. I took my son and we were close on the floor jumping and having a blast. My Favs: The new mix of CRAZY2Nite, Vertigo, Blinding Lights (That was a light show!!!) also Streets. Would have liked to heard Bad, but can't have it all. MUSE was great, never heard an opening act with a sound as good as that. Tell the sound engineers for U2 - GREAT Job! lastly - who were the 3 hew haw guys on stage before the show?
empressjen - 02 October, 2009
Fabulous show
As usual, seeing U2 live was something you need to experience to understand. All I can say is WOW and that I wish I could be in Raleigh tomorrow night! Thanks for an incredible night in our little town!
- 02 October, 2009
Fabulous Show and Missed Connection
The show rocked! I was stunned at the incredible stage and lighting. First time seeing U2 in concert and was touched by their activism, and appreciation for their fans. Very cool. Also loved the double encore. Thanks! I wanted the show to last all night! Also, wanting to connect with the couple in 113AA (seats 15/16 maybe?) Guy had shaved head and girl in purple scarf. Definitely think I know you from somewhere and trying to figure it out all night. Missed chance to talk to after the show.
brennenk - 02 October, 2009
Fantastic Show
What a show! I loved the play list, and the "I'll Go Crazy" remix was fantastic. I really appreciated the song that Bono sang that was not on the play list (absolutely beautiful and touching). The acoustic treatment of "Stuck in a Moment" was great. U2 continues show how their music from 25+ years ago is as relevant today as when it was first recorded. Also, the stage was beyond description. WOW!
jmurkin - 02 October, 2009
Magnificent
The show was absolutely fantastic! In 1979 I watched Bono and The Edge carry their own equipment down into the Basement Club at Brighton Poly. Everything fit into 1 Ford transit van. "I Will Follow" was out at the time! Where are we now? 30 years later and still getting better! Awesome Awesome show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
jeffharper - 02 October, 2009
U2 rocks UVA!
U2 did an amazing job on October 1st at UVA! It was one of the best concerts I've ever seen U2 perform! :) U2 brought there "A" game. Bono's vocals were fantstic. I loved every minute of it! Come back to Virginia!
- 02 October, 2009
SO AWESOME!!!
After having waited to see U2 live since I was in middle school, I finally got to last night! Let me just say this was definately the highlight of my junior year of high school! The lads played an incredible show, which just goes to prove that after 25 years of rockstardom, they've still got what it takes to be magnificent. I was so thrilled to hear 'Ultraviolet' and 'Your Blue Room,' both underrated songs, as well as the classics. Can't wait for the next tour!
sara_in_wonderland - 02 October, 2009
C-Ville Show = AMAZING
Ive been waiting to see U2 live since I was 14 years old (Im now 29) and I have to say it was more amazing than I EVER imagined. Every song was perfect. I could not have had a better first live U2 experience. We were in Red Zone 1 which was great but next time I definitely plan to wait the long hours in line with the other GA fans so I can be with the people who are just a excited as me to be there. I cant get over how special it was for me to finally see them after all this time. We are scrambling now to get tickets for the Raleigh show this weekend. Im completely addicted.
mechanicsville - 02 October, 2009
Amazing Night!!
That was my first U2 concert ever and it was just amazing. I can seriously say that was the best night of my life. I'm 16 and after seeing that concert I went home picked up my guitar and started playing ...at the 2:30 am. I couldn't even sleep that's how awesome it was. When Adam played that part in Moment of Surrender I was in awe he is the most amazing bass player I have ever heard. All together it was just an amazing night that I will never forget....I hope U2 goes on tour again!!!
follow - 02 October, 2009
again
What a terrific night!! From opening lines" Knights.." of Muse's set to the end strains of " Moment" of U2's, it was the best. Thanks, guys!!
bkirby - 02 October, 2009
YOU HAD TO BE THERE
No one can explain the raw emotion and power that U2 gives in each and every concert. Absolutely amazing. Their passion for Humanity is like no other and I always leave their concerts uplifted, feeling great and wanting to do more for the world. Very inspiring. Awesome performance. Great music Great people!
- 02 October, 2009
First U2 show for a longtime fan.
It was more than I could have imagined. The sound was perfect, the stage and production was out of this world and U2 played a perfect 20 plus song set! Bono and the guys played their hearts out for an experience that I'll remember for the rest of my life! Big cheers for Muse for starting the evening off right!
bcamp29932 - 02 October, 2009
best show ever
3rd time seeing U2- awesome show!! Loved the inclusion of songs from "unforgettable fire", would love that TV for my living room!! U2 brought it every song!!
- 02 October, 2009
A priviledge to be there!
I've been a fan of U2 since the War album. This was a fantastic show featuring great songs from through out U2's career. I felt privileged to be there. My favorites were 'Light my way' and 'Stuck in a moment'. Thank you Bono, Edge, Adam, and Larry for a great show and a lifetime of music that sees into us. BTW - Great job with the 'Go Crazy' song!
- 02 October, 2009
A priviledge to be there!
I've been a fan of U2 since the War album. This was a fantastic show featuring great songs from through out U2's career. I felt privileged to be there. My favorites were 'Light my way' and 'Stuck in a moment'. Thank you Bono, Edge, Adam, and Larry for a great show and a lifetime of music that sees into us. BTW - Great job with the 'Go Crazy' song!
puff - 02 October, 2009
Big Kisses
Awesome night! I have been going to shows since the Zoo Tour and a fan since the '80s. This was the most spectacular show yet! I think there were a lot of new fans and they did not 'know what to do' during some of the songs...like sing along with the band, but Bono got them going, eh? I know in my 500 level seats, we were all dancing! I loved the acoustic performance of Bono and The Edge! It was awesome to hear Bloody Sunday. I'm not sure that I have heard that live and it was awesome! Loved the show of Beautiful Day and really enjoyed Magnificent! Came from Blacksburg and got home at 3am! Was well worth it! Please keep going on U2! I wish I could catch you in Istanbul!!
WENDELLRUNYON - 02 October, 2009
charluttesville
I loved it, blue room was great in chicago and was awesome last night!
ibadukefan - 02 October, 2009
My first U2 show - UNFORGETTABLE
General Admission, made it to the inner circle, outer edge- so amazing.
bjmvertigo - 01 October, 2009
Oh, My God
Wow. I have seen at least one show during every tour since War. Never have I been in more awe than tonight. I just got home (2:30 am est) and couldn't wait to post my comments. The "space junk" is insane. While they nailed everything they played...my favorite song had to be (and I never expected this because I love all of the new stuff) "Where the Street Have No Name". After 20+ years it still blows the "roof" off of the house. But beginning to end-this is by far the most amazing show ever.
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