I have loved U2 since I bought the War album in 1985. I have followed them every step of the way and have spent thousands on their live shows and albums/tapes/cd's. When I think of U2, I think of Live at Red Rocks. I think of a raw, hungry band of musicians yearning to hone their craft.

Many times during the 11/19 show, I had to almost daydream back in time in order not to be sick about the $600.00 worth of tickets I bought. What a horrible show. HTDAAB is the worst album I have ever heard. Does U2 not know we come to their shows to hear the old stuff? Also, does Bono realize that his shows are not the platform to speak about his political agenda? I came to hear music. I came to hear him blend a little Bob Marley into Sunday Bloody Sunday. I did not come there to hear him preach to me and the other 20,000 people in attendance. I'm appalled. U2 used to make me excited about music. I think they have passed their prime. Maybe it's time Bono ran for office and the other guys go in their own creative directions. As outlandish as it was, ZOO TV and POPMART were the quintessential U2. I'm afraid an era is over. I don't think I'll be as excited when the next tour is announced. I can certainly promise that my money will go elsewhere.

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