FullonEdge2 said:
I would like to know where this rumor came from because it hasn't been identified by any other sources.
U2log has been both right and wrong before.
It's from the Mirror - this is the article in full:
The Mirror
16th February 2005
THE BIGGEST THING;
U2 AIMING FOR A NEW HIGH IN VERTIGO TOUR
by PAUL MARTIN
TODAY I can reveal the secrets of U2's amazing new tour which will take
the world by storm.
The band are set to put on their most explosive shows ever which will
cost over EUR1million a night to stage.
A top Vertigo tour insider told me they are planning their most
elaborate stage design to date.
He said: "There is going to be a total of over 3,000 lights, their
biggest sound system and five video screens.
"On top of that there will be special effects which top magicians are
being brought in to choreograph.
"This is the biggest show that a rock band have ever taken on the road
- the costs involved are huge.
"We're talking about EUR1million a night between the actual stage
effects, electricity and road staff.
"There will be 120 road crew who come on tour and set it all up at each
venue.
"On top of that there will be a personal assistant for each member of
the band, a top team of accountants, a wardrobe consultant and two
press officers."
The show will be a stark contrast to their Elevation world tour four
years ago when they got back to basics.
They played more intimate arenas and stripped down the effects and
stage design to more modest levels.
The band have sold out two nights at Croke Park in June and are being
tipped to add a third.
The source added: "The rehearsals for the tour are going well. It's
going to be a visual musical feast which sets new standards."
(c) MGN Ltd. 2005