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Hello everyone. I've written a novel entitled 'Hawkmoon 269', a thriller aimed at the general reader but also specifically U2 fans. Here's the synopsis: "Dublin, Ireland: a Nobel Prize-winning academic is murdered by a weapon that hasn’t been invented yet. Journalist Noah Wilson finds himself...

There's a thread in the general forum about Hawkmoon 269 (the song), to which I provided this not-entirely-serious contribution: "You know, I loved the mysterious possibilities of the song's title so much that I actually used it as the title of a thriller novel set in Dublin, that featured lots...

This is with specific reference to Dublin, but it's bound to apply elsewhere. A few days ago, before the dates were announced, I booked two nights in a hotel in Dublin that shall remain nameless. Based on the rumours, I figured that there was bound to be a concert on July 24th, and maybe 25th as...

Spotted in Easons in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, today: U2 by U2 in the sale, marked at 99p! I don't know what that is in cents, maybe less than $2? This seemed so low that I thought I was seeing things, but I checked other copies, and everyone in the pile was marked the same. They were also...

What's the likelihood of the official site offering priority ticketing allocation for subscribers for the next tour, which will probably be starting in 2009 or so? I know the whole thing was an almighty f**k up last time, but surely they could learn from the experience and be more careful in...

Would anyone have a scan, or at least an accurate transcript, of an article from Hot Press (22nd Sept 1988), entitled 'A Mighty Long Way Down Rock 'n' Roll', written by Niall Stokes? PM me if you can help, or post a link to it here if possible. Many thanks in advance. (P.S. Yes, I already have...

I originally posted in the books forum, but since so few people seem to go there, I thought I'd try this more general forum. Apologies in advance if I should've left it where it was, or if self-promotion is frowned upon. Anyway, if you walked into a book shop and saw a novel called 'Hawkmoon...

At this show, U2 played a unique and amazing version of ‘Desire’, which featured extended snippets from ‘Hawkmoon 269’ and ‘Running To Stand Still’. I’ve heard that Bono was handed lyrics for the other two songs from someone in the crowd, and decided to give impromptu renditions. Can anyone...

Is anyone aware of a book where U2 songs or their history feature as part of a fictional narrative? At present I'm working on a thriller novel which is partially built around U2 songs and facts (in the style of Dan Brown's 'Angels and Demons', although hopefully better written!). Obviously I...

Don't worry, this isn't another one of those 'Release a Croke Park DVD now' threads - sadly, this isn't likely to happen, is it? I was at Dublin 1 (24/6/05), and a guy I work with was at Dublin 2, the following night. I'm lucky enough to have the wonderfully compiled 24/6/05 DVD from the U2...

I don't post to the forum that often, but I really felt the need on this occasion. Was just listening to a Lovetown Rotterdam show for the first time (9th Jan 1990), and was totally blown away by an unusual version of Desire - unusual to me anyway, as I haven't got that many bootlegs in my...

The 3rd Croke Park show (June 27th) has been on sale since 9am GMT this morning. This was a totally surprise announcement, completely without warning. GAs are all gone, but nosebleed seats are still available, so head to Ticketmaster Ireland right now. Good luck! See you on the 27th! The limit...

Hello all, Like so many of you, I was unable to score Dublin tickets at all in February. I've since made contact with someone through another fansite who's willing to sell me some tickets, and through our general correspondence I feel confident that this person is trustworthy and genuine. Just...