Originally posted by ChrisNH:The U.S. economy is a mess; discretionary income is in short supply and will be for all of this year. That's the reason I believe they are starting the tour elsewhere and coming here later. And it's also why I believe they'll do stadiums rather than arenas (lower ticket prices; economy of scale). In 2010 I think U2 comes back to the U.S. with an arena show that canvasses the country a lot more thoroughly than the fall of this year. That too gives the band a bit of runway in hopes our economy strengthens. My editorial comment: It can't help but strengthen...I think.
Well, that would mean they have quite a problem when the economy DOES weaken, right?
I do follow your thoughts, think they're very true too, but you think U2 would take such a risk? If they do arenas first, when the economy still has a certain level, and arenas later, they might have a lower risk? Just a thought of course, I do think your reasoning is acceptable
Or maybe
Leg 1: Europe
Leg 2: Australia/Japan
Leg 3: South America
Leg 4: North America
Leg 5: Europe again?
To make America as late as possible?
