Bono was in Sydney
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Dulce de Leche said:
Uh, no. I frankly couldn't care less where U2 are. It's their personal life, they can do whatever they like and I certainly don't need to know where they're going or have "evidence" that they went there.
I'm here because I enjoy the music, not because I'm a stalker.
aislinn
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Axver said:
Then why are you posting in a thread entitled "Bono was in Sydney?"
Good for you that you're in it for the music and not a "stalker," but there are other people around here interested in what the band is doing on their break. You don't have to come here and call names and/or berate them for their interest.
Dulce de Leche
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Axver said:
Like a poster above said...Maybe you don`t care but maybe others do and that doesn`t make us stalkers. And if you don`t care that`s fine, but don`t post in this thread and label others like that.
DignityPassesBy
Refugee
I read the article aswell ... i think it was the weekend after new years they were here
blueeyedgirl
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Axver said:
Now, now Axver, we all enjoy U2 in our own way, why else are you going to be seeing them in March about 5 times????
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lisa2004 said:
yeah, going to see flavia!
dunno about the boys - the only thing i plan on trying to find in dublin is the bottom of a pint of guinness!
while it would be cool to run into them, i dont plan on actually looking for anyone and i think i've seen all the U2 spots before (except Bonos house which I'm not interested in) so i'm really just going to see people, have a laugh and drink a lot!
if you've never been before you'll have fun, dublin is a great place and there is a lot to see (especially of u2!)
the record shop round from the clarence is really awesome but i never byu anything from there - the one thing i did buy first time i was there cost a fortune and turned out to be a fake. but its nice to look anyway.
and dont forget to go to the guinness storehouse - best views in the city!
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fly so high!
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Yeah!!! Please post a thread with lots of pics, i'm sooooo jealous, we are planning to go to Ireland in 2007 with all the family, my Mum is from Belfast , thats why its been a while, not many happy memories there!
But i'm looking forward to do the U2 trek!
Oh, and also catching up with family!
But i'm looking forward to do the U2 trek!
Oh, and also catching up with family!
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lisa2004 said:
theres too much choice - everytime i go there i find another bar that rocks! depends how loud and drunk you want things to be or not be, and whether you want live music or just local pub or somewhere classier or what.
just walk down any road in dublin and you'll find something you like!
biff
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As I recall, Ali's brother and his family live in Sydney. Anyway, here's a news item from The Daily Telegraph:
Bono's Sydney hideaway
January 17, 2006
HE'S a rock god the world over, so exactly how did U2 megastar Bono manage to avoid being detected during his two week Sydney stopover?
Perhaps it was due to the fact that his choice of location was the secluded haven of Bungan Beach -- nestled between the northern beaches of Mona Vale and Newport.
Isolated by a steep hillside, the idyllic Bungan Beach is hidden from the main road and accessible only by a walking track -- making it the perfect holiday spot for one of the world's biggest names to indulge in a bit of well earned R and R.
With his wife Ali Hewson and kids Jordan, Memphis, Elijah and John in tow, Bono's clan were just like any other family enjoying a Beautiful Day on the beach. They stayed at a palatial pad boasting an in-home cinema and lap pool.
Bono's Sydney hideaway
January 17, 2006
HE'S a rock god the world over, so exactly how did U2 megastar Bono manage to avoid being detected during his two week Sydney stopover?
Perhaps it was due to the fact that his choice of location was the secluded haven of Bungan Beach -- nestled between the northern beaches of Mona Vale and Newport.
Isolated by a steep hillside, the idyllic Bungan Beach is hidden from the main road and accessible only by a walking track -- making it the perfect holiday spot for one of the world's biggest names to indulge in a bit of well earned R and R.
With his wife Ali Hewson and kids Jordan, Memphis, Elijah and John in tow, Bono's clan were just like any other family enjoying a Beautiful Day on the beach. They stayed at a palatial pad boasting an in-home cinema and lap pool.
sami0201
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Were there pictures with the article?
I'd love to go to Australia one day
I'd love to go to Australia one day
biff
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Nope, no pictures.
Bono's Doll
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Here I am BonoChizip said:
Ok, funny story!!
A lady my sister works with returned from a break in Oz just after New Year. She was staying in Newport and the area was a buzz with rumors of a mega star staying in the area!!!!!!!!!!!!! She is now a little shocked to learn that Bono had been there!!!
She could of got us an autograph!
So that means he was there before New Year and left Oz for the Premiere
Dublin (and maybe Bono) here we come
Lisa
A lady my sister works with returned from a break in Oz just after New Year. She was staying in Newport and the area was a buzz with rumors of a mega star staying in the area!!!!!!!!!!!!! She is now a little shocked to learn that Bono had been there!!!
She could of got us an autograph!
So that means he was there before New Year and left Oz for the Premiere
Dublin (and maybe Bono) here we come
Lisa
Grindstone
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Dublin next week
Hey Lisa,
I'm going to Dublin next week as well (leave on Saturday afternoon). I've been there many times and know all of the usual stops and haunts very well.
that link on @U2 is a great reference, but if you need anyone to show you around, I'm happy to help.
The record store you guys refer to near the hotel is called Rhythm Records, and it's VERY dangerous! amazing stuff, and the guy that runs it is really cool. Be prepared to spend some money! it's really hard to walk out of there and not break yourself b/c he has so much.
you should go see Maria McKee's solo show (former singer for Lone Justice who toured with U2 a ton back in the War, U-Fire and J-Tree days) while you are there.. she's playing at Crawdaddys in Dublin on Wed the 25th.
http://www.pod.ie/about_cdaddy.php
Hey Lisa,
I'm going to Dublin next week as well (leave on Saturday afternoon). I've been there many times and know all of the usual stops and haunts very well.
that link on @U2 is a great reference, but if you need anyone to show you around, I'm happy to help.
The record store you guys refer to near the hotel is called Rhythm Records, and it's VERY dangerous! amazing stuff, and the guy that runs it is really cool. Be prepared to spend some money! it's really hard to walk out of there and not break yourself b/c he has so much.
you should go see Maria McKee's solo show (former singer for Lone Justice who toured with U2 a ton back in the War, U-Fire and J-Tree days) while you are there.. she's playing at Crawdaddys in Dublin on Wed the 25th.
http://www.pod.ie/about_cdaddy.php
Grindstone
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shmeedt said:
I was there back in May.. they still have a ton of stuff. esp DVD's of the current tour. I was amazed.. in May I was shows that had just happened like 2-3 weeks earler.
of course, you can find all of this at u2torrents.com and it's more economical and well, more honest too.
what's better at Rhythm are the rare singles (vinyl and CD) but they are really expensive. Like more so than what you see on Ebay sometimes..
can't blame them, they are just taking advantage of being right there in Dublin. But they are nice people, hardcore fans, fly all around Europe going to see them as well.
Grindstone
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1stOne said:
the building Dockers was in was still there back in May, but it was close to being torn down. They had the contruction panels out in front that that block.. so it looked completely different. kinda sad.
and there was a little makeshift memorial from U2 fans for the long gone fav stop for a pint. Windmill Lane area looks different too b/c some of the buildings across from the studio have now been flattened too.
the Tower is still a good ways from being finished.. HQ is pretty much the only old building still standing in the area. but when I was there last, the Tower was just the beginning frames of a building.. the only reason I knew it was the tower was b/c a sign was in front of it (all of the buildings down there have posters in front showing what they will be)
if you've ever been to the area before, the way it used to be.. you'll be shocked at how different it looks.. and especially at what they are planning.
I have some photos from back in May, but I dont have a subscription here so I can't post them. Happy to email them to someone if anyone is interested. Can also post some when I get back from my trip next week.. but someone will have to do that for me.
got2k9s
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Hi Everybody - - I'm going to Dublin next week too!I'm going with Grindstone, actually . . . we're leaving on Saturday, meeting up in Chicago and then flying on to the Emerald Isle.
This is my first trip there, too! I've wanted to go for YEARS - - and it's finally gonna happen!!
Can't wait!!!
Grindstone said:
Hi Grindstone!
It is our first trip to Dublin and we cannot wait
We have checked out @U2 for links and are going to check out all the sights. It might be good to meet up though - maybe have a drink at the Clarence or something
We fly out on Friday - so could meet up Sat pm or Sunday
Lisa
Grindstone
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lisa2004 said:
Hey, have fun! You're gonna love it.
I don't get into town until like 6am on Sunday, so both those days are probably out b/c I'll be pretty tired Sunday and we already have plans with friends. How long are you staying? We would could meet at the Clarance on Tuesday or Wednesday if you're still in town. We're staying for the week. so just lemme know.
have a safe trip!
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