U2 to perform at the Grammy Awards

[purpleblackeye]

with Radiohead and Coldplay performing, I'd imagine u2 feels a little competition for the "biggest band" bullshit...i don't think they would perform anything they are no totally comfortable with...it would be a disaster if they were completely upstaged by those other bands, especially with the new album coming out.

 

[MMP]

I think playing any part of Vertigo tonight would be a huge mistake. U2's got the prime lead-off spot and breaking out a song that's more than 4-years old looks bad when they've got a new album coming out in less than a month. It makes it seem like they don't have confidence in their new material.

This...

No, jon is right. Playing Vertigo would be a terrible idea. That would easily be the most unjustified performance, not only of their career, but possibly ever.

...and this

 

[laurent37]

it would be a disaster if they were completely upstaged by those other bands, especially with the new album coming out.

Yeah, like that is going to happen. They have only been giving live shows for thirty years.

 

[Jimmy Jazz]

U2 NOT HAPPY WITH BOOTS PERFORMANCE! DELAY THE GRAMMYS!

Playing Vertigo is a horrible idea. Plus it was already played at the Grammys before wasn't it?

 

[eltimbomofo]

U2place.com has a rumour they're opening with Vertigo-Boots medley.

That's......just......weird.

 

[God Part III]

I really want a Vertigo/Boots medley - just not at the Grammys. Wait for the tour!

 

[fren]

They will play Vertigo???? I think i shouldn't see Grammy this year/

 

[ahittle]

Well, they could always fall back on "Holy Joe."

 

[mirrorballman]

I'm starting to really doubt the Vertigo rumor. No way in hell! They've already played that song at the Grammy's and it's the past. I agree it would be some sort of disaster if they would play Vertigo just because they feel they are too under-rehearsed to play GOYB.

People have been waiting for the album for 4 years. Playing an old tune is NOT the way to put yourself in the spotlight again. Even for U2.

 

[susanita33]

Grammy Rehearsal

Long time lurker but have to comment...I was lucky enough to be at the rehearsal last night...what an AMAZING night! but no Vertigo to be heard...just 5-6 rounds of STRONG, HARD, ROCKING GOYB with super cool graphics behind (wont say what as dont want to be a spoiler)...the band was in GREAT form and Bono was ON...no glasses as already mentioned and tons of black eyeliner (not sharpie)...there were only about 60 people in the entire venue (holds 16,000) and it sounded GREAT!!

That said, i have been to other U2 rehearsals where they didnt rehearse EVERYTHING, so it is entirely possible they may throw in Vertigo too, but highly unlikely...

 

[eltimbomofo]

Long time lurker but have to comment...I was lucky enough to be at the rehearsal last night...what an AMAZING night! but no Vertigo to be heard...just 5-6 rounds of STRONG, HARD, ROCKING GOYB with super cool graphics behind (wont say what as dont want to be a spoiler)...the band was in GREAT form and Bono was ON...no glasses as already mentioned and tons of black eyeliner (not sharpie)...there were only about 60 people in the entire venue (holds 16,000) and it sounded GREAT!!

That said, i have been to other U2 rehearsals where they didnt rehearse EVERYTHING, so it is entirely possible they may throw in Vertigo too, but highly unlikely...

Nice! Thanks for delurking for us.

 

[Yahweh_OMG]

Long time lurker but have to comment...I was lucky enough to be at the rehearsal last night...what an AMAZING night! but no Vertigo to be heard...just 5-6 rounds of STRONG, HARD, ROCKING GOYB with super cool graphics behind (wont say what as dont want to be a spoiler)...the band was in GREAT form and Bono was ON...no glasses as already mentioned and tons of black eyeliner (not sharpie)...there were only about 60 people in the entire venue (holds 16,000) and it sounded GREAT!!

That said, i have been to other U2 rehearsals where they didnt rehearse EVERYTHING, so it is entirely possible they may throw in Vertigo too, but highly unlikely...

Great news, thanks...

and welcome

 

[Purplereign]

Nice! Thanks for delurking for us.

Great news, thanks...

and welcome

and ditto

 

[ramblin rose]

Long time lurker but have to comment...I was lucky enough to be at the rehearsal last night...what an AMAZING night! but no Vertigo to be heard...just 5-6 rounds of STRONG, HARD, ROCKING GOYB with super cool graphics behind (wont say what as dont want to be a spoiler)...the band was in GREAT form and Bono was ON...no glasses as already mentioned and tons of black eyeliner (not sharpie)...there were only about 60 people in the entire venue (holds 16,000) and it sounded GREAT!!

That said, i have been to other U2 rehearsals where they didnt rehearse EVERYTHING, so it is entirely possible they may throw in Vertigo too, but highly unlikely...

AWESOME POST!! I was starting to worry, but now I realize that they are professionals. Can't wait for tonight!!!!

Thank you for coming out of lurkdom!!!

 

[eltimbomofo]

Long time lurker but have to comment...I was lucky enough to be at the rehearsal last night...what an AMAZING night! but no Vertigo to be heard...just 5-6 rounds of STRONG, HARD, ROCKING GOYB with super cool graphics behind (wont say what as dont want to be a spoiler)...the band was in GREAT form and Bono was ON...no glasses as already mentioned and tons of black eyeliner (not sharpie)...there were only about 60 people in the entire venue (holds 16,000) and it sounded GREAT!!

That said, i have been to other U2 rehearsals where they didnt rehearse EVERYTHING, so it is entirely possible they may throw in Vertigo too, but highly unlikely...

May I ask what line of work allows you this privil-Edge?

 

[laurent37]

Good one, Susanita. You got to love those lurkers.

 

[susanita33]

lurking

this board has provided me with so much useful info over the years, just felt it was time to share...by the way, didnt hear a peep about vertigo but again, you never know...the band is opening the show so make sure to tune in on time for the opening...

 

[javiu2]

Where can I view the Grammys on internet?

 

[Tyagu_Anaykus]

welcome to blue crack!

 

[Rosebud]

Welcome to Post-dom on the Blue Crack Susanita!

 

[Rosebud]

Where can I view the Grammys on internet?

Seconded.

Anyone got a link to a live stream?

 

[Purplereign]

Where can I view the Grammys on internet?

GRAMMY.com

think there's a link hiding in there somewhere . . . good luck

 

[Rosebud]

I think Grammy.com is only showing the live Pre-Telecast, whatever that is. It actually said the show will be streamed live on CBS.com.

 

[Sicy]

Nice! Thanks for delurking for us.

haha.

 

[Rosebud]

A bunch of sites say that CBS.com will be streaming it live, but I can't find anything about it CBS.com.

Anyone else want a go at it?

 

[U2girl]

Let's just wait and see what they play. At what time (european) do the Grammys start?

German TV station PRO7 has it start at 2:00 am.

 

[Purplereign]

that CBS site is a bit of a nightmare to navigate . . . no luck, sorry

 

[javiu2]

GRAMMY.com

think there's a link hiding in there somewhere . . . good luck

Only Pre-Telecast

 

[U2lunatic]

German TV station PRO7 has it start at 2:00 am.

greatI have Pro7, don't need to watch it on internet

 

[Harley.GirlU2]

anyone is going to record the red carpet?