Originally posted by shkee23:
I think much applause has to be given to Bono. He LOVES to talk and this obviously would have been a great soapbox for him to speak about politics, etc. (in terms of getting into the ears of millions, not in terms of the reception he would've gotten). He restrained himself from doing that and I'm sure that was difficult for him to do. He really worked hard to win the crowd over (thus his slight deterioration in voice as the show went on), which is something he hasn't had to do in decades. Despite the naysayers, I don't think that ANYONE can deny Bono's showmanship and frontman...ship(?) after tonight.
You're right. I actually never thought about Glasto as a possible opportunity for Bono to talk about politics for a big audience... Must've been hard indeed. Underestimaed that a bit.