U2 tipped for NZ concerts - Stuff

dsmith2904 · 08-01-2005, 01:30 PM

U2 tipped for NZ concerts

In the name of love – and big ticket sales – Irish supergroup U2 are likely to play Wellington next year as part of their world tour.

Music industry sources in Australia told The Dominion Post that U2 were seriously considering playing New Zealand early next year once the band confirmed dates in Australia.

U2 are touring Europe till late August, then the United States for the rest of the year. They plan to play Japan and Australia in January and February.

The band has the pulling power to fill Wellington's Westpac Stadium, which sold more than 30,000 tickets to Neil Diamond's show in March.

But sources said U2 had preferred indoor venues on their tours and this was likely to influence their decision. Wellington's biggest indoor venue, The Events Centre, can hold about 5000, which could mean more than one concert.

Centre manager Neville Brown said he had had no contact about U2 playing at the waterfront venue.

The boss of Auckland's planned 12,000-seat Vector Arena said in May that there was "more than a chance" U2 would play Auckland next year.

Industry sources in Wellington said contracts had been signed in New Zealand to supply sound equipment for U2 shows in the capital.

Westpac Stadium chief executive David Gray said he had not been directly contacted about U2 playing there next year. But it was possible promoters – without mentioning U2 by name – were considering bringing the band here.

"There are a lot of inquiries about dates. It's the usual story, you get calls from promoters (and) you don't know what the act is.

"We are not in direct negotiations with anybody, but we're aware that U2 is a possibility of touring this part of the world."

Pacific Entertainment Promotions director Ian Magan had heard nothing about U2 appearing in Wellington, neither had U2's last down-under tour operator, Australia's Dainty Consolidated Entertainment.

U2 last played Auckland and Christchurch in 1993, but Wellington did not have a big enough venue.

--Stuff

blueeyedgirl · 08-02-2005, 05:14 AM

Dear God, not the sheep shaggers too!

ratguy · 08-02-2005, 09:54 AM

This is incredible news. I made it to Seattle 1, but was going to miss Portland due to my moving to New Zealand at the end of November. Now I might actually get the chance to hear them perform One Tree Hill live. I'm very excited.

Axver · 08-02-2005, 02:10 PM

This would be so worth the trip back to gorgeous Wellington.

Just the THOUGHT of One Tree Hill live ...

timothius · 08-02-2005, 03:19 PM

I wonder if it will be better than the Neil Diamond concert last year.

Lila64 · 08-02-2005, 06:08 PM

(Sorry, I'm not an ND fan, but he probably puts on a good show

)

thisISevilbono · 10-08-2005, 02:07 AM

On RadioLive this afternoon they said U2 has confirmed touring New Zealand in March.

U2NZ · 10-12-2005, 06:47 PM

Yes I have also heard that too!

Hey thisISevilbono I was down in Dunedin last weekend for a 21st. Im from Christchurch, and maybe our chances of hosting another concert are greater because of the new grandstand... if they decide to do indoor venues here in NZ, then Christchurch is screwed.

timothius · 10-12-2005, 07:32 PM

This is awesome news.

How good would a gig be at Carisbrook.

Carek1230 · 10-12-2005, 07:41 PM

I am soooooo happy for all your New Zealanders for this news! Awesome news!

Muad'zin · 10-19-2005, 10:17 AM

Quote:

But sources said U2 had preferred indoor venues on their tours and this was likely to influence their decision.

OK, then why did the buggers play stadiums in Europe?

wtonis · 11-02-2005, 12:51 PM

OK, then why did the buggers play stadiums in Europe? [/quote]
........... to make a whole lot of money...

bono_man · 11-07-2005, 03:52 AM

traditionally, europe doesnt have the best indoor areas for music shows. also the band's desire to want to do something new to keep the tour fresh and exciting.

they seem to have been influenced by the rolling stones on their last world tour who mixed it between outdoor gigs, indoor arenas and theatres.

but yay for them coming back to this side of the world!

gr@cie · 11-07-2005, 05:18 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by dsmith2904
U2 tipped for NZ concerts

They plan to play Japan and Australia in January and February.

--Stuff

Woo hoo! great news for Kiwis and Aussies! Jan is going to be great! - just bought Billy Connolly tix and to (hopefully) get U2 tix as well will make for a great start to the year!

08-01-2005, 01:30 PM	#1
dsmith2904 Rock n' Roll Doggie FOB Premium Gold Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Tempted to keep the car in drive Posts: 9,156 Local Time: 12:03 AM	U2 tipped for NZ concerts - Stuff U2 tipped for NZ concerts In the name of love – and big ticket sales – Irish supergroup U2 are likely to play Wellington next year as part of their world tour. Music industry sources in Australia told The Dominion Post that U2 were seriously considering playing New Zealand early next year once the band confirmed dates in Australia. U2 are touring Europe till late August, then the United States for the rest of the year. They plan to play Japan and Australia in January and February. The band has the pulling power to fill Wellington's Westpac Stadium, which sold more than 30,000 tickets to Neil Diamond's show in March. But sources said U2 had preferred indoor venues on their tours and this was likely to influence their decision. Wellington's biggest indoor venue, The Events Centre, can hold about 5000, which could mean more than one concert. Centre manager Neville Brown said he had had no contact about U2 playing at the waterfront venue. The boss of Auckland's planned 12,000-seat Vector Arena said in May that there was "more than a chance" U2 would play Auckland next year. Industry sources in Wellington said contracts had been signed in New Zealand to supply sound equipment for U2 shows in the capital. Westpac Stadium chief executive David Gray said he had not been directly contacted about U2 playing there next year. But it was possible promoters – without mentioning U2 by name – were considering bringing the band here. "There are a lot of inquiries about dates. It's the usual story, you get calls from promoters (and) you don't know what the act is. "We are not in direct negotiations with anybody, but we're aware that U2 is a possibility of touring this part of the world." Pacific Entertainment Promotions director Ian Magan had heard nothing about U2 appearing in Wellington, neither had U2's last down-under tour operator, Australia's Dainty Consolidated Entertainment. U2 last played Auckland and Christchurch in 1993, but Wellington did not have a big enough venue. --Stuff __________________ Don't you know it's gonna be alright?

08-02-2005, 02:10 PM	#4
Axver Assver, Setlist Antichrist Premium Gold Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: A Melbourne tram departing Wellington Posts: 88,887 Local Time: 07:03 PM	This would be so worth the trip back to gorgeous Wellington. Just the THOUGHT of One Tree Hill live ... __________________ "Mediocrity is never so dangerous as when it is dressed up as sincerity." - Søren Kierkegaard “Who buys U2 records anyway? It's just music for plumbers and bricklayers. Bono, what a slob. You'd think with all that climbing about he does, he'd look real fit and that. But he's real fat, y'know. Reminds me of a soddin' mountain goat.” - Ian McCulloch U2gigs.com: The most comprehensive U2 setlist database on the web! Contradiction is balance: Axver's blog \| Axver's crappy photography

08-02-2005, 06:08 PM	#6
Lila64 ►Smiley Queen◄ Premium Gold Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: who wants to know? Posts: 39,270 Local Time: 12:03 AM	(Sorry, I'm not an ND fan, but he probably puts on a good show ) __________________

10-12-2005, 06:47 PM	#8
U2NZ The Fly Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: New Zealand Posts: 85 Local Time: 08:03 AM	Yes I have also heard that too! Hey thisISevilbono I was down in Dunedin last weekend for a 21st. Im from Christchurch, and maybe our chances of hosting another concert are greater because of the new grandstand... if they decide to do indoor venues here in NZ, then Christchurch is screwed. Last edited by U2NZ; 10-12-2005 at 06:52 PM..

10-12-2005, 07:41 PM	#10
Carek1230 Playing Grandma with Noah Premium Gold Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The best vitamin for making friends...B1 Posts: 50,633 Local Time: 12:03 AM	I am soooooo happy for all your New Zealanders for this news! Awesome news! __________________

08-02-2005, 05:14 AM	#2
blueeyedgirl Rock n' Roll Doggie Band-aid Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Bottom of the earth Posts: 4,306 Local Time: 06:33 PM	Dear God, not the sheep shaggers too!

08-02-2005, 09:54 AM	#3
ratguy Babyface Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 13 Local Time: 08:03 PM	This is incredible news. I made it to Seattle 1, but was going to miss Portland due to my moving to New Zealand at the end of November. Now I might actually get the chance to hear them perform One Tree Hill live. I'm very excited.

08-02-2005, 03:19 PM	#5
timothius Rock n' Roll Doggie FOB Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In the late 70s, early 80's... Posts: 8,465 Local Time: 07:03 PM	I wonder if it will be better than the Neil Diamond concert last year.

10-08-2005, 02:07 AM	#7
thisISevilbono Babyface Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Zealand Posts: 13 Local Time: 09:03 PM	On RadioLive this afternoon they said U2 has confirmed touring New Zealand in March.

10-12-2005, 07:32 PM	#9
timothius Rock n' Roll Doggie FOB Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In the late 70s, early 80's... Posts: 8,465 Local Time: 07:03 PM	This is awesome news. How good would a gig be at Carisbrook.

11-02-2005, 12:51 PM	#12
wtonis War Child Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 506 Local Time: 09:03 AM	OK, then why did the buggers play stadiums in Europe? [/quote] ........... to make a whole lot of money...

11-07-2005, 03:52 AM	#13
bono_man Thom's Bitch Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 2,097 Local Time: 06:03 PM	traditionally, europe doesnt have the best indoor areas for music shows. also the band's desire to want to do something new to keep the tour fresh and exciting. they seem to have been influenced by the rolling stones on their last world tour who mixed it between outdoor gigs, indoor arenas and theatres. but yay for them coming back to this side of the world!

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