So my take on the shows?
1st night I got into line at about 2:30 and we were probably in the first 300 people through the door. We went towards the front (the square stage) and grabbed the inside of the rail separating redzone from the regular GA. Both of these areas come to a point, and that isn't a great set up, as time passes, and the area gets more crowded, all the weight behind packs into one person at the front of these sections. A number of people had to be removed for first aid treatment. It was too hot, and too packed.
It's also a great place to see the band up close for the first eight songs, and to photograph Adam and Larry throughout. But disappointing if you want some Bono time. Most of the show it felt like we could not even see him.
Second night we decided to hang back in the area towards the round stage, but along the edges of the arena. Such a better experience. Room to move, room to dance, room to celebrate. And you could walk around and get close enough to get some good photos from time to time. We were also near the VIP section, so got to say hi to Gavin Friday behind us, and when Bono did "Every Breaking Wave" I had Ali standing beside me. SHe was loving it. Beaming with a huge smile throughout. That made things that much more special.
The shows themselves were great, but I'll try to keep things relatively spoiler free. I really enjoyed the mix of songs.
I did find the sound is really loud this tour. Clear. But very loud. I just bought myself a new set of earplugs to wear for the next few shows I'm doing.
After 10 plus years of working together I finally got to meet Brad at the second show. And Harry and I have been trying to meet up since the Vertigo tour as well. They've done a remarkable amount of work to keep the site interesting, fresh, and updated at times I might not have the interest or time. Now if we can just figure out how to get all the other staff to the same show we'd be doing great.
Thanks for everything guys...
