Rachel D.
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Calm down, people! U2 is not trying to get more money from us (the hardcore fans who already have everything). This year is U2's 30th anniversary, remember? This is a milestone for them - a huge one - so what would make more sense than to release a comprehensive Best-Of to go with U2 by U2? It's almost like a soundtrack for the book. Additionally, it's a good way to introduce casual listeners to U2's catalogue (as other people have already said).
Also, they just recorded a song with Green Day. And who makes up a large part of Green Day's fans? Young people who could potentially become U2 fans if properly exposed to U2's music. This is just a way to get new fans. Bono said once that they need "fresh blood." They're drawing them in and soon they'll be crazy fans like us. Plus, there's a new song and probably a new video, which is always exciting (to me).
I didn't like this news at first, but it doesn't bother me as much now that I've thought about it. I don't know if I'll buy the compilation or not. I'll decide when there are more details.
Also, they just recorded a song with Green Day. And who makes up a large part of Green Day's fans? Young people who could potentially become U2 fans if properly exposed to U2's music. This is just a way to get new fans. Bono said once that they need "fresh blood." They're drawing them in and soon they'll be crazy fans like us. Plus, there's a new song and probably a new video, which is always exciting (to me).
I didn't like this news at first, but it doesn't bother me as much now that I've thought about it. I don't know if I'll buy the compilation or not. I'll decide when there are more details.