60 Songs That Explain the '90s “One”—U2
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Aug 16, 2023 Writer Annie Zaleski joins host Rob Harvilla to discuss all things U2. They delve into U2's impact on music in the '90s versus their '80s influence. They also explore U2's Popmart Tour, including the iconic performance inside a giant lemon. The chapter reflects on a personal and public connection to U2, their transition into the '90s, and their albums 'Zooropa' and 'Pop'.
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Spinal Tap Funniest Moments
- The host shares a humorous personal obsession with the film "This Is Spinal Tap" and ranks its funniest moments.
- He recounts memorable scenes that show the film's blend of cleverness and intentional silliness.
U2's Giant Lemon Incident
- U2's 1998 Popmart tour featured an enormous 40-foot mirror ball lemon stage prop.
- The band humorously got stuck inside the lemon during their show in Oslo, creating their "Spinal Tap moment."
Achtung Baby as Reinvention
- U2's 1991 album "Achtung Baby" represented a successful reinvention blending earnestness with darker, more industrial sounds.
- The album stood out as a futuristic, emotionally volatile statement during a shifting musical era.