U2

Man-oh-man do i like U2. For as long as i can remember, i've considered them my favorite band. Funny thing is i've never really listened to the what their songs are saying - i hear the words, but never have really stopped to think about the message they are sending. Back before Christmas, i was in Borders and noticed a book - The Spiritual Journey of U2 - by Steve Stockman. I put it on my Christmas list, and Susie got it for me. I read it, and believe it has been one of the most impactful books i've ever read. There were two statements in particular that really jumped out at me - i'll have to post my thoughts on those later. I was very impressed by the way that U2 has taken on causes and attacked them with all they have. It's not very often that you see someone with influence really use it for the greater good. After reading the book, i've gone back and listened to a lot of U2 - it's taken on a whole new meaning. The progression of the band's music and the progression of the causes that they have been for comes to a whole new light. I need to go back and fill in my U2 collection, and i started with How To Dismantle an Atomic Bomb. What a great CD - and especially when listened to with a new appreciation for the message they are spreading. I can't wait - they are supposed to release a new album this year!