irish boys

Next on the music agenda is an iconic group from Dublin, Ireland. The amazingly talented U2. The band consists of Bono, The Edge, Adam Claton, and Larry Mullen Jr.  The band formed in 1976 and by the mid-1980s had become a top international act, noted for their unique sound, Bono's passionate vocals, and The Edge's textural guitar playing.  The members of U2 have collaborated with other musicians, artists, celebrities, and politicians to address issues concerning poverty, disease, and social injustice. When I was young, I got my hands on Achtung Baby and fell in love with it, it's still my favorite U2 album.  Among other faves are The Joshua Tree, Rattle & Hum, The Unforgettable Fire, Under A Blood Red Sky, and Zooropa.  If you're looking for music with meaning and depth, U2 will not disappoint.  Be sure not to miss U2 3D, coming to iMax theaters this year.

first cut is the deepest

I was pondering on which group I would start with and I decided to begin with one of my favorites. The Beatles. Without a doubt, one of the best musical talents of all time! The impact of the Beatles upon popular music cannot be overstated; they revolutionized the music industry and touched the lives of all who have heard them in deep and fundamental ways. The Beatles’ buoyant melodies, playful personalities and mop-topped charisma are just the tonic needed by anyone in need of a little pick-me-up. Among my favorite Beatles' albums are Yellow Submarine, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, and their Anthology albums, which have a lot of previously unreleased cuts, demos, and recordings.