caragriff
War Child
Soprano In The Band
So. You know him as Christopher Moltisanti. He’s the nephew of Tony Soprano who is The Boss - and you don’t mess with either of them. Or you might get whacked... But, in real life, Christopher is actor Michael Imperioli and he’s a big U2 fan. And has been for a longtime fan. Not only has he seen the band on the current Vertigo Tour, he caught them on The Unforgettable Fire Tour back in 1984. We tracked Michael down to ask him some questions about seeing the current live show and his longtime affection for U2. (And by the way, if you’re not sure who Michael is referring to when he talks about which band member would play which part in The Sopranos, check out the cast list here)
U2.Com: You went to see U2 live in New York, was that the first time for you?
No, 20 years ago I went to the Unforgettable Fire Tour
U2.Com: Did the show live up to your expectations?
The concert exceeded my already high expectations
U2.Com: What was the atmosphere like at the gig?
It was like a family, a sense of community.
U2.Com: U2 have been 'family' for a quarter century... remind you of the Sopranos in any way?
Absolutely, sense of family also extends to fans and like Sopranos, part of the success.
U2.Com: If U2 were in The Sopranos, who would play who?
Bono - Tony Soprano
Edge - Silvio Dante
Adam Clayton - Johnny "Sack"
Larry Mullen Jr. - Paulie Walnuts
U2.Com: Got any favorite U2 songs and were you waiting for them to arrive in the set?
Sunday Bloody Sunday
U2.Com: Do you think U2's anti-violence stance might make them a bit unpopular with the Mob?
Most Mob guys are Republicans but they put aside politics for great music.
U2.Com: How did you first come across the band - and what is it they do for you?
The War Album
U2.Com: Something about the show that inspired you - took your breath away?
Sunday Bloody Sunday
U2.Com: What did you make of the production: video, lighting, staging, extra's?
It also creates a great sense of intimacy.
U2.Com: Can you see yourself as a rock star if you weren't an actor? Which band would you want to be in?
Dion and the Belmonts and I would be one of the Belmonts
U2.Com: How did the U2 show compare to other acts you've seen live?
It was one of the best show I've seen in years.
So. You know him as Christopher Moltisanti. He’s the nephew of Tony Soprano who is The Boss - and you don’t mess with either of them. Or you might get whacked... But, in real life, Christopher is actor Michael Imperioli and he’s a big U2 fan. And has been for a longtime fan. Not only has he seen the band on the current Vertigo Tour, he caught them on The Unforgettable Fire Tour back in 1984. We tracked Michael down to ask him some questions about seeing the current live show and his longtime affection for U2. (And by the way, if you’re not sure who Michael is referring to when he talks about which band member would play which part in The Sopranos, check out the cast list here)
U2.Com: You went to see U2 live in New York, was that the first time for you?
No, 20 years ago I went to the Unforgettable Fire Tour
U2.Com: Did the show live up to your expectations?
The concert exceeded my already high expectations
U2.Com: What was the atmosphere like at the gig?
It was like a family, a sense of community.
U2.Com: U2 have been 'family' for a quarter century... remind you of the Sopranos in any way?
Absolutely, sense of family also extends to fans and like Sopranos, part of the success.
U2.Com: If U2 were in The Sopranos, who would play who?
Bono - Tony Soprano
Edge - Silvio Dante
Adam Clayton - Johnny "Sack"
Larry Mullen Jr. - Paulie Walnuts
U2.Com: Got any favorite U2 songs and were you waiting for them to arrive in the set?
Sunday Bloody Sunday
U2.Com: Do you think U2's anti-violence stance might make them a bit unpopular with the Mob?
Most Mob guys are Republicans but they put aside politics for great music.
U2.Com: How did you first come across the band - and what is it they do for you?
The War Album
U2.Com: Something about the show that inspired you - took your breath away?
Sunday Bloody Sunday
U2.Com: What did you make of the production: video, lighting, staging, extra's?
It also creates a great sense of intimacy.
U2.Com: Can you see yourself as a rock star if you weren't an actor? Which band would you want to be in?
Dion and the Belmonts and I would be one of the Belmonts
U2.Com: How did the U2 show compare to other acts you've seen live?
It was one of the best show I've seen in years.
have GA as well
Imagine all of us as one big happy family! A hippie love-in U2 style!
"KUMBAYAAAAA meh Lord...."
"This is ridiculous"
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I always do. 
