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From Dublin to Spielberg’s Spotlight: Eve Hewson on Disclosure Day
entertainment21 days ago

From Dublin to Spielberg’s Spotlight: Eve Hewson on Disclosure Day

Eve Hewson, Bono’s daughter, discusses growing up in Dublin, training in New York, and breaking into acting, including a nerve-wracking scene with Colin Firth in Disclosure Day. She recounts Spielberg’s hands-on approach—down to banging props to scare her—and the surreal moment when Barack Obama visited the set. Spielberg later offered her the Jane role in Disclosure Day, a collaboration that has boosted her profile as she navigates Hollywood while staying connected to her Dublin roots.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#bono#disclosure-day#entertainment
Springsteen, Bono and Patti Smith Deliver Uplifting Tribeca Performance of 'People Have the Power'
music27 days ago

Springsteen, Bono and Patti Smith Deliver Uplifting Tribeca Performance of 'People Have the Power'

At the Tribeca Film Festival, Bruce Springsteen accepts the Harry Belafonte Voices for Social Justice Award from Bono, then performs with Bono and Patti Smith; the trio discusses Belafonte’s legacy and the state of American democracy, followed by a collaborative rendition of Patti Smith’s 'Peaceable Kingdom' and a crowd-pleasing take on 'People Have the Power' before Springsteen closes solo with 'Land of Hope and Dreams.'

via Rolling Stone|
#bono#bruce-springsteen#music
Springsteen Headlines Tribeca Night, Honored for Social Justice with Bono and Patti Smith
entertainment27 days ago

Springsteen Headlines Tribeca Night, Honored for Social Justice with Bono and Patti Smith

Bruce Springsteen received the Harry Belafonte Voices For Social Justice Award at Tribeca, performing with Bono and Patti Smith (and accompanist Tony Shanahan) in a show that included 'People Have The Power' and a dedication of the award to citizens who stood against federal actions; De Niro also spoke at the event, praising Springsteen while condemning Trump, highlighting art’s role in shaping culture and politics.

via Deadline|
#bono#bruce-springsteen#entertainment
Springsteen Apologizes to Bono, Sings With Patti Smith at Tribeca Festival
music27 days ago

Springsteen Apologizes to Bono, Sings With Patti Smith at Tribeca Festival

Bruce Springsteen accepts the Harry Belafonte Voices for Social Justice Award at Tribeca, discusses democracy and Trump-era overreach in a sit-down with Bono, apologizes to Bono for not saying yes to licensing his song for a Gap campaign, then welcomes Patti Smith onstage for “Peaceable Kingdom” and “People Have the Power” before delivering a live solo version of “Land of Hope and Dreams” with Bono providing backing vocals; Smith’s appearance underscores the event’s activist tone as Springsteen dedicates the award to protesters in Minneapolis, Portland and Los Angeles.

via Billboard|
#bono#bruce-springsteen#land-of-hope-and-dreams
Springsteen Regrets Declining Bono’s Gap Song, Says He Should Have Said Yes
music28 days ago

Springsteen Regrets Declining Bono’s Gap Song, Says He Should Have Said Yes

At a Tribeca Festival event, Bono recalled asking Bruce Springsteen to license his song 'Girls in Their Summer Clothes' for Gap’s (RED) campaign; Springsteen admits he refused in 2008 and now says it was a big mistake, calling the song a personal favorite and joking that he should have done it so audiences could hear it as a hit. The moment came during a night honoring Springsteen, with Bono praising him and later joining for a performance.

via Variety|
#bono#bruce-springsteen#gap
U2’s Defiantly Joyful Return: Mullen Resumes Drums as New Album Takes Shape
music4 months ago

U2’s Defiantly Joyful Return: Mullen Resumes Drums as New Album Takes Shape

U2 is recording a follow-up to Songs of Experience with Larry Mullen Jr. back on drums after neck surgery, following Bram van den Berg’s stint during the Sphere residency. The band released the Days of Ash EP and Bono says roughly 25 songs are in contention for future projects, with a mood described as “defiantly joyful” and celebratory rather than mournful; there is no timeline yet, but the album isn’t far behind, and Mullen says he’s rebuilt and playing with renewed energy.

via Rolling Stone|
#bono#days-of-ash-ep#larry-mullen-jr
U2 Burns Bright with Six-Track Protest EP Days of Ash, Teasing a New Album
entertainment4 months ago

U2 Burns Bright with Six-Track Protest EP Days of Ash, Teasing a New Album

U2 releases Days of Ash, their first new music since 2017, a six-track EP centered on global rights struggles—from Renee Good’s death at ICE to Iran’s protests and a Palestinian activist death—featuring Ed Sheeran and Taras Topolia on the closing track. Bono uses the songs to critique political rhetoric and advocate for democracy, while a Kyiv-related documentary accompanies the release. The band also confirms a separate full album later this year, and drummer Larry Mullen Jr. briefly returns from neck surgery.

via The Guardian|
#bono#days-of-ash#entertainment
world11 months ago

U2 Members Condemn Gaza Conflict and Call for Humanity

Members of U2 have issued individual statements condemning the violence and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, criticizing both Hamas and the Israeli government, especially Prime Minister Netanyahu, and calling for peace, justice, and increased humanitarian aid. Bono emphasized the moral failure and the need for a negotiated, humane solution, while other band members questioned Israel's military actions and the impact on civilians, advocating for a two-state solution and international intervention.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#bono#gaza#israel
world11 months ago

U2 Condemns Israeli Military Action and Voices Support for Gaza

Members of U2 have issued individual statements condemning the violence and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, criticizing both Hamas and the Israeli government, especially Prime Minister Netanyahu, and calling for peace, justice, and increased humanitarian aid. Bono emphasized the moral failure of both sides, while The Edge questioned Israel's actions and future, Clayton highlighted the devastation, and Mullen condemned the famine and violence, urging global awareness and action.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#bono#gaza#israel
"Hamilton's Future: Mercedes and Ferrari in Talks Over F1 Move"
sports-formula-12 years ago

"Hamilton's Future: Mercedes and Ferrari in Talks Over F1 Move"

Mercedes will discuss the future of Lewis Hamilton's F1 engineer, Bono, before his move to Ferrari in 2025. Top drivers often bring trusted staff with them when changing teams, and Hamilton's close relationship with Bono raises the question of whether he will join the move. The tight timing of the transition and potential reshuffling at Ferrari add complexity to the situation.

via Motorsport.com|
#bono#f1#ferrari
U2's Bono honors victims of Israeli festival attack
music2 years ago

U2's Bono honors victims of Israeli festival attack

U2 frontman Bono paid tribute to the hundreds of young Israelis who were killed, kidnapped, or missing after a desert rave in Israel was attacked by Hamas terrorists. During a show in Las Vegas, Bono dedicated the song "Pride" to the victims and changed the lyrics to reflect the tragedy. He expressed his prayers for peace and non-violence while directing his anger towards the attackers. The audience joined in singing, showing solidarity with the festival-goers. U2 last performed in Israel in 1997 and declined an invitation to play there again in 2007.

via The Times of Israel|
#bono#hamas-terrorists#israeli-desert-rave
Matty Healy Addresses Noel Gallagher's Insults and Thanks Fellow Musicians for Support.
music3 years ago

Matty Healy Addresses Noel Gallagher's Insults and Thanks Fellow Musicians for Support.

Matty Healy of The 1975 revealed during a performance in Dublin that Chris Martin and Bono have been sending him supportive messages and packages, following his recent breakup and beef with Noel Gallagher. Healy joked about Gallagher during the performance and expressed gratitude for the support from his famous friends. Healy has also been leaning on his "boys" during this time.

via Vulture|
#bono#chris-martin#matty-healy
Billy Corgan's Emotional Reaction to Kurt Cobain's Death.
music3 years ago

Billy Corgan's Emotional Reaction to Kurt Cobain's Death.

Billy Corgan of Smashing Pumpkins likened his relationship with Kurt Cobain to a competition, calling the Nirvana mastermind his "greatest opponent." Corgan also discussed the legacy of Smashing Pumpkins compared to other greats of the era, including Nirvana. He also shared a story about giving advice to Bono for U2's All That You Can't Leave Behind LP. Corgan will be touring North America this summer with the Smashing Pumpkins on "The World Is a Vampire Tour."

via Consequence|
#billy-corgan#bono#kurt-cobain