Here is the complete history of U" told exactly as it happened in day-by-day diary format. As well as following the mid-1970's birth of the band to the present day in journa form, U2 A Diary also includes new revelations and fresh insights into key moments of U2's development. Through interviews and extensive research, author Matt McGee sheds light on stories that include: U2's 1978 victory in a St. Patrick's Day Talent contest, which led to their first studio session for CBS Records. Bono's visit to Central America in 1986, which led directly to several songs on "The Joshua Tree". U2's struggle to finish the "Pop" album, and it's impact on Universal Music. The release of "No Line on the Horizon" and the drama of the U2 360 Tour. Fully illustrated with pictures spanning the bands career, this a fanatically detailed account of a legendary group's life!
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Matt McGee founded www.atu2.com in 1995 making it the oldest independent site for U2 fans on the internet. The site has since won numerous awards and currently hosts almost five thousand articles about the band. He has been interviewed on U2 related topice by USA Today and other US radio stations. He also co-hosted a U2 Fan Celebration which attracted thousands of fans from all the world.
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6 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By K. Irwin
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Excellent detailed book - great photos and everything you want to know for fans old and new.
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A huge and beautiful publication written by a fan for fans with great behind the scenes detail. A must for all fans following the rise and career of U2 as never presented before. A great read for the coming dark nights.
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U2 Rock 'n Roll Fans Dream
3 Nov 2008
By Michael Dorausch
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I've been eagerly awaiting the release of this book for some time now, and like standing in the rain trying to get early dibs on U2 concert tickets, it was well worth the wait.
Author Matt McGee does a spectacular job organizing information, dates, and photos from as early back as 1950, up until the end of 2007.
Diehard U2 fans will want to read this diary from cover to cover, but there's something in here for everyone that's ever heard of the best band in the world. I found myself flipping directly to the pages of 1987 and reading tales of U2 in downtown Los Angeles. It was March 27th, 1987, when U2 performed on the rooftop of a liquor store on 7th and Main. I remember that day well. Where were you on that day? What shows have you been to? Do you still have your old ticket stubs? U2 A Diary is loaded with information that will take you down a rock 'n roll memory Lane.
An incredible amount of work has gone into the creation of this day-by-day diary and complete history of U2. The author should be awarded best U2 fan in the world. Thanks Matt McGee, for putting this all together. Awesome stuff!
Author Matt McGee does a spectacular job organizing information, dates, and photos from as early back as 1950, up until the end of 2007.
Diehard U2 fans will want to read this diary from cover to cover, but there's something in here for everyone that's ever heard of the best band in the world. I found myself flipping directly to the pages of 1987 and reading tales of U2 in downtown Los Angeles. It was March 27th, 1987, when U2 performed on the rooftop of a liquor store on 7th and Main. I remember that day well. Where were you on that day? What shows have you been to? Do you still have your old ticket stubs? U2 A Diary is loaded with information that will take you down a rock 'n roll memory Lane.
An incredible amount of work has gone into the creation of this day-by-day diary and complete history of U2. The author should be awarded best U2 fan in the world. Thanks Matt McGee, for putting this all together. Awesome stuff!
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Answers all your U2 questions
23 Oct 2008
By M. Morgan
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If you are a real U2 freak and want to know the full picture of how the greatest band in the world came to be then this book is the ultimate. I only got it today and so far have really just flicked through the pages but I know already that some of the questions that are in my head about the evolution of the band will now at last be answered. Matt, your are a genius and obviously a very organized person to be able to collect all this info together and present it so beautifully. It's well worth it's cost and will take pride of place on my bookshelf next to U2 Show,U2 by U2 and U2andI by Anton Corbijn. Top marks for both content and beautiful presentation. But, I ask myself? how am I ever going to find the time to absorb all this information?
Marie (Coventry U.K.)
Marie (Coventry U.K.)
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24 Nov 2008
By Todd Mintz
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Matt has created an incredibly comprehensive document about U2. U2 Diary works not only as a reference work but also as a compelling narrative. Well-written and complete, this is a must read for any and all U2 fans.
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