World-famous Irish rock band U2 has announced a unique and intimate club tour through the Netherlands, in tribute to the exceptional contribution of stand-in drummer Bram van den Berg. This special tour is partly thanks to drummer Bram van den Berg, who filled in for the legendary Larry Mullen Jr. during his period. delivered a top performance at The Sphere in Las Vegas. It promises to be a series of unforgettable evenings for music lovers.
U2 was formed in Dublin in 1976. The band, consisting of Bono (vocals and guitar), The Edge (guitar, keys and backing vocals), Adam Clayton (bass guitar) and Larry Mullen Jr. (drums and percussion) has had an unprecedented impact on the music world since its inception, building an impressive career with worldwide recognition and numerous awards.
The band started as a group of school friends who were inspired by bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. In the early 1980s, U2 broke through with albums such as ‘Boy’ (1980), ‘October’ (1981) and ‘War’ (1983), which included hits such as ‘I Will Follow’ and ‘Sunday Bloody Sunday’. These albums established U2 as one of the most important bands of the 80s and laid the foundation for their signature sound, characterized by powerful guitar riffs, compelling melodies and Bono’s passionate vocals.
Over the years, U2 has released numerous iconic albums, including ‘The Joshua Tree’ (1987), which is considered one of the greatest rock albums of all time. Songs like ‘With or Without You’ and ‘Where the Streets Have No Name’ have become timeless classics and have brought the band worldwide fame.
In addition to their musical successes, U2 is known for their involvement in social and political issues. The band has actively advocated for issues such as human rights, poverty reduction and peace in conflict areas. Bono, in particular, has received worldwide recognition for his commitment to charity work and activism.
With more than 170 million records sold worldwide, 22 Grammy Awards and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, U2 remains one of the most influential and beloved bands in the history of modern music. Their continued dedication to innovation and ability to create timeless songs have given them a special place in the hearts of fans around the world.
The support act for this unique tour is of course provided by Krezip. This tour is not only a thank you from U2 to the Netherlands, but also a recognition of the extraordinary efforts of Bram van den Berg. It is not yet known who will take place behind the drums during the tour, Larry Mullen Jr. or Bram van den Berg.
Tour dates:
September 4: De Oosterpoort, Groningen
September 6: Paradiso, Amsterdam
September 9: Horse, The Hague
September 11: 013, Tilburg
September 13: TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht
September 15: Metropolis, Hengelo
September 17: Muziekgieterij, Maastricht
September 19: Sleeping Beauty, Nijmegen
More information and presales will be made through the venues.
