Monday, 12 October, 2009

New Cowboys Stadium, Dallas, TX, US
Opening Acts: Muse

Show Report

Over 70,000 in the stadium tonight, and with the roof over our heads, we really knew it. Here's what U2 played, more coming up.

Breathe
Get on Your Boots
Magnificent
Mysterious Ways
Beautiful Day
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
Stuck In A Moment
No Line on the Horizon
Elevation
Until The End of the World
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


( 65 ) Comments
Margaret Ann - 12 October, 2009
A Great Show
As always, they put on a great show! Thank you U2, this was a wonderful birthday for me.
U2DALLASFAN - 13 October, 2009
Passing the torch
Just got home from the concert after taking my 2 boys, 7/5 to their first concert ever. They had the best time and was something they will never forget. After watching all the DVD's I have collected through the years from all the tours I have seen live, they were so excited to finally go to the show and U2 didn't disappoint. Still the best live show I have ever seen and now had a chance to share it with my kids. See you the next time you come to Dallas
imred - 13 October, 2009
F**CKING WOW!!!!
I just go back from the 360 show in Arlington, Texas. This was my 4th time to see U2, and I finally got GA tickets! For 25 years, I have, quite literally, dreamed of being as close to the band as I was tonight. My dreams have been surpassed beyond belief! Sexy, fun, sincere, grateful to their fans, fun...sexy! Rock and roll at its finest! Thank you, U2, for the experience of a lifetime!!
bug - 13 October, 2009
DAVE
Second show on the US tour. First one was second night up in he New Jersey Meadowlands. Both shows were fantastic although I strategically bought my tix to be directly in front of the stack as the Cowboys new stadium has absolutly the worst acoustics ever! Boys, please do not pla here in the future as many fans had a horriblr time with the sound. Anyway, fantastic show! Not the amount of audience participation of the NYC area, but the band was solid and I loved the acoustic "Stuck in a moment!" See you in OKC and in Paris, FR next year!
- 13 October, 2009
SPOT-ON!
It's 4:30am, just after wrapping the show in Dallas. I was part of local crew for load-in/out, building the b-stage (outer runner stage) and also spotlight operator. Never thought I'd be sending a beam of light down to Bono for a couple of hours while suspended on the underside of the most unique stage ever built (in my opinion). Very good show! Don't miss this one!
texasduke - 13 October, 2009
Visual Masterpiece in a Visual World
The billion plus dollars it took to create a mass of space known to some as Jerry World located in Arlington, Texas is a stadium or should I say Coliseum in which any Gladiator would love to do battle. This night the gladiators were the boys from Dublin and the mass of humanity 77k strong where here to be rocked visually. Walking on the floor with my GA tickets I was astonished to see what looked like a modified grown up Erector set which was taken over by Alien DNA. The Alien looked quiet and reserved with the lights on however when U2 turned off the lights and started up the mother ship everyone was taken to a place beyond the stars into a new world of imagination. The U2 tours have a history of visual shock that dates back to Achtung Baby/Zoo and Lemon/Pop mart. In Achtung small eastern European cars on cranes where floating around the stage while Bono would flip the channels on a jumbo-tron TV set with rabbit ears. The Lemon tour set was the largest TV in the world and a large lemon would transport the very metro-sexual boys onto the stage. Visual effects are in the blood of a U2 tour within these thoughts must come preparations it is reported it takes a day to take down the stage; a day to transport to a venue in the same regional area and two days to assemble…the logistics and manpower boggle the mind. Nevertheless the difference between seeing a band play on a stage and an event like U2 are like night and day. A concert will linger for a couple of months but an event like U2 will remain on for years and will be refreshed by the curiosity of what is creatively possible on the next tour. No doubt U2 writes and sings great ballads that are the basics just like a basic chain restaurant…..how many of you can remember your last meal at Chili’s. Now name the meal you had with a chef that took time to create something beyond your imagination…..this is what the evil genius ‘s of the U2 tour create memorable meals of stimulation for the brain. U2 brings out the inner soul of the audience: Spiritually hands become lifted even though most would not in church…myself included. Emotionally the harmony of the audience in unison with “One” or “With or without you” when started by Bono but then stops to listens and encourage on. Physically is the ENERGY the ENERGY the ENERGY like Elevation that makes the crowds erupts. All of these are enhanced by the mind altering visuals that no legal or illegal drug can produce with the same positive side effects. It was nice to hear Bono credit Fort Worth yet keep referring to everyone as Dallas and never mention Arlington but who ever mentions Arlington anyways. Bono even gave a shout out of thanks to President Bush for his positive role in Africa. Jerryworld aka Fort Worth aka Dallas aka Arlington has a monument that can be seen throughout the region and touted as the eighth wonder of the world. On October 12, 2009 U2 took 77k Texans on a journey that is beyond our own world.
Lefty15k - 13 October, 2009
Great Show Despite Acoutstics
This was my second time to see U2; my first was the Josua Tree Tour back in 87. This was a great show. Very spiritual. Only complaint was the acoustics in Jerry World are the worst. Too much echo going on and it even seem to bother Bono in the last song, Moment of Surrender. And, what a way to end the conert with Moment of Surrender.
barryjohn - 13 October, 2009
Bigger than Texas
I paid $4 for my first U2 concert in 1980 in Atlanta. Bono and Adam signed my ticket stub so everytime I see them I think back to that night with 500 or so people. They blew me away then and they blew me away last night. Only U2 could come into Jerry's billion dollar stadium and dwarf it. The stage and video screen were unbelievable. I couldn't believe how great the sound was. The dome was closed so that may have helped.If you haven't seen them this tour and still have a chance then Go Go Go !!
u2giodapiv - 13 October, 2009
the trip start...
Don´t forget U2; the dream is starting with "BAD, UNKNWON CALLER, STAY AND PRIDE"... The music it the soul of world and you have the best. Houston is waiting minute at minute... See you on wendesday... A fans
- 13 October, 2009
Jerry's Barn
From the first note from Muse to the last encore of U2, the concert was an overall bad experience. I'm sure that both bands performed their hearts out for the fans, but the acoustics inside of Jerry's barn totally stink! I heard someone make the comment on the way..."but the light show was great"! I didn't go for the light show, I went for the music! Too bad the venue was so bad.
Koriri - 13 October, 2009
One of the Best moments in my life
OMG!!!! I was there last night, front row seats, aaaaaaah!!!!!! it was Amaaaaaazing, I can't believe i was there, they are soo talented and great performers, they get better and better, I loved the entire setlist, it is so great to be a fan because you automatically no the songs by heart, i have been a fan since back in high school, love all their material, i think i even dropped a tear or two during "One" .
KLPrewitt - 13 October, 2009
Thanks for a great night!
I saw my first U2 and first stadium concert last night. It was a blast. If I didn't have a conflict, I'd watch the Houston and Norman shows, also. U2 was great last night. It seemed to me the band really enjoyed themselves, especially the Irish Cowboy. It takes a degree of arrogance to be the center of attention for a two hour concert, or to be rock stars for more than 30 years. U2 pulled it off with sincerity and humility (some how). U2's stage is out of this world!
Chaister - 13 October, 2009
It was amazing!
Thank you for a Amazing Grace...it was awesome!
gbell2100 - 13 October, 2009
Great Show in Arlington
Great show last night at the Death Star. Great set and the band was great as always. The claw was a sight to behold and lived up to expectations plus some. My favorites of the night were One, Streets, and Mysterious ways. Would have liked to hear some older stuff, but that's just being picky. Great, Great, Great!!!!Can't wait until Norman on Sunday!
greenalgee - 13 October, 2009
An Evening with Old Friends
One thing is for sure: U2 knows how to take an event of more than 70,000 people, and make it seem like an intimate gathering with old friends. This was my 7th U2 show since I first saw them in 1987. No matter where your seat, U2 connects with the audience. On another topic, the stage worth the price of admission alone! It was like U2 brought the Texas State Fair to Arlington. Once they launched into Vertigo, it felt like an amusement ride. I was spinning at the end, and thankful there was no fried butter at Cowboys Stadium... Thanks to they guys for putting on another awesome show, and thanks for the many years of great memories with your music! Allisa Green
Immuzakman - 13 October, 2009
Great
What a great night! Great seats in the inner circle on the rail by The Edge with he and Bono crossing the bridge over us. Love the 360 screen and The Spaceship. Also a bonus that they played my favorite song The Unforgettable Fire. Nice to have that song in the mix for this tour. I hope they come back thru again after Europe. Would like to see about going to Norman this weekend for the show. Well done guys. Thanks! A little bigger venue than my first band show at The Bronco Bowl during the War tour.
U2FANLS - 13 October, 2009
No Fly Zone
My daughter (10) waiting to hear "The Fly", but it never came... :( Awesome show anyway!
derspink - 13 October, 2009
U2 Greatness
Great show last night. Great to take the kids. Bono's voice was spot on and the band was extremely tight. Muse was great as well. Saw them in Dublin and this show was much more polished. Heading to Norman to see them again this weekend.
u2kdog - 13 October, 2009
I still love this band
This was my tenth (?) show since the Boy tour, and I was amazed at how they can still perform inspired when it's obvious they don't have to subject themselves to the hard work a tour of this magnitude requires. The sound was not good from our seats, but the stage and show was great. Friends with better seats said the sound was great. I guess you get what you pay for. Anyway, my wife and two boys enjoyed it, too. These guys stand for something greater than themselves, and that is the secret to their success.
llhart - 13 October, 2009
AWESOME!!!
U2- you never dissappoint your fans and that is why you are the greatest band!!! Words cannot fully describe a live U2 show; so much emotion and talent!! Can't wait to see you in Norman, OK!
- 13 October, 2009
Poor Venue
Cowboy stadium acoustics don't cut it up high - very, very bad in section 445. Also pre-paid parking pass not honored because the "lot was full". I don't expect this to be posted - but I want U2 to know about the acoustics. The music is what I came for. Set was great and band had high energy - I'm still a fan.
- 13 October, 2009
AWESOME
I finally got to see the greatest band ever at age 46 and it was awesome. Another item checked on my bucket list. Thank-you Larry, Adam, the Edge, and Bono!
- 13 October, 2009
Bad Acoustics? I think not!!!!
Man, you guys ROCK. U2's the Joshua Tree changed the way I appreciated music for the rest of my life. I love U2 and was totally blown away by the performance that was awesome as always. I didn't know it was possible to rock the dog shit out of a place as large as the new Cowboy's Staduim.....but DAMN and SHAZAM U2 came through like a champ. I thought it sounded fantastic. I was near the 50 yardline on the lounge level and it sounded great from my seat. Visually stunning as well. Grade A all the way. I can't wait for you guys to come back. Maybe I'll be able to bring my baby girl next time and get another generation turned on to your kick ass tunes. Much love for you guys. Thanks a million!!!
lbernardo - 13 October, 2009
"Magnificent" in Arlington, TX
WoW! A Magnificent experience!! Musically top notch and a technological wonder! This was by far the best concert we've attended and the visuals were jaw-dropping!! Thanks for a great first concert experience for my teen daughter--she'll never find another that will live up to the wonder of U2--and she loved MUSE too!! Great job and a MUST EXPERIENCE! psst--use another venue until they improve the acoustics in this stadium please!!! We don't want to miss a single word or note!
rhorto - 13 October, 2009
I can die happy now
A lot of people have been giving this venue heck about the sound quality. I guess someone was looking out for me when I got my tickets then.. because where I was sitting, it was great all around. I have been a HUGE U2 fan for a really long time, but this was the very first time I have been blessed enough to get to see them in concert!! The rockin irish boys did not disappoint! Bono, Edge, Adam, Larry, and all who helped them put on an amazing show- THANK YOU!!!
Nancy_Hanks - 13 October, 2009
FANTASTIC!!!!
First U2 Concert and I'm addicted! More, More, More! Best time of my life.
LarryOliver - 13 October, 2009
Section 400 Bad
My wife and I, along with another couple attended and was very disappointed with the sound in our section. We know it's not the band, it was the stadium. Perhaps there shouldn't have been seats sould for the upper section.
strangelove7491 - 13 October, 2009
Great show...I think
This was my third U2 show, my wife's second, and my son's first....maybe it was where we were sitting, but the acoustics in "Jerry's Barn" as another poster put it, were horrible. So, I think the show was great, but the sound was so poor it was hard to be sure. It was difficult to understand anything that Bono said or sang. My wife (scientist of the family) suggested the opening the roof even a little would have given all those echoes some place to go. Instead they just bounced around at the top of the barn. Nevertheless, I'm glad we went, and I'm looking forward to the next tour.
collectoraholic - 13 October, 2009
MAGNIFICENT!
Dallas was simply MAGNIFICENT! My husband and I drove up from Houston & it was well worth the ride. Bring on Houston tomorrow guys, as I'll be there with our oldest daughter! Can.Not.Wait. WOOT!
lovesatellite - 13 October, 2009
Thank you boys!
I didn't get to see the last two tours so this one was special! Thanks for playing Unforgettable Fire--I never thought I would hear it live. One of my favorite albums. Great show guys!
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