While playing in Toronto, Monday night, July 6, U2 tribute band ACROBAT gets their dream fulfilled as they were invited onto stage to play Desire. Great Job.
Thanks for posting this video Jim. To everyone who has liked and commented so far, thanks for the warm words. We had the time of our lives in that moment. None of it was planned by U2 as far as we could tell, we just tried to be near the "e" stage so they would see us. Desire was not on the setlist that night, but Bono made a split second decision and the rest is history. Many of you have wondered what it felt like and to be honest the best feeling of all was looking at our favourite band - Bono, Edge, Adam and Larry (especially!) and also looking out at the audience and seeing nothing but smiles, joy, happiness and pure energy. It's a moment we will never forget and we are forever grateful to U2 for gracing us with that experience. We made a multi-cam mix of it which shows the entire story a bit better, if you'd like to relive it as did the 12 or so other people who so kindly sent us their footage. Its here ua-cam.com/video/7V-lRQj727E/v-deo.html . Thanks again for all the love and support. Cheers, ACROBAT
Great to hear from you... I remember chatting with you at the hideout after the show... Someone asked earlier what Bono said to you at around the 4:09 mark... I heard "I've always wanted to meet you... " Then it sounded like "...Don't quit your work" but I could be wrong.
@@JimboSlimbo36 haha yes! He says: "I've always wanted to meet you - love your earlier work" - which to me was a witty play on him meeting his younger self (some have said theres a slight resemblance to "young Bono" haha). He's quick on his feet with the jokes!
That has to be the BEST fan interaction I have ever seen!!! You guys rocked it!!! Bono came out with the harmonica but you had beat him to it. You guys were also spot on!! I can’t believe what I just saw!! Cheers from SoCal!! “Where the streets have no name” was filmed.👍🏼
I've loved this band since 1980. Being a 12 year old boy from Lafayette, Louisiana and drawing a kindred spirit with a band from Dublin, I've never given up on "my band". Their rise to incredible fame has not jaded their humanity. This video is proof that in a world where people struggle for significance, U2 reminds us all of the power in humility and honoring each other as humans. Cheers to music. Cheers to unity. Cheers for peace as a nation and as a planet.
You are so right J.S. - they / Bono have mastered the fine art of really pausing to respect and honour a fellow person who just has a big dream and wants to go for it. Cheers to you thank you for the kind words.
Yet, people get this impression that Bono is this “ego maniac”, which is clearly not true. An ego maniac would never invite this sort of thing. David Lee Roth would never be having this kind of “nonsense”… that’s how he would see this I did watch something where Bono did say that during ZOO TV he got a bit lost in himself… which I can easily see happening playing those elaborate of shows for the first time. But I think Bono also noticed that in himself and was able to snap back to reality
That's pretty freaking frightening lol wow impressive, I mean it's U2 and they're standing there watching you be them uh pretty cool of them to let them be them for a few minutes
I remember meeting my favorite player, Bobby Orr at a Leaf game, and he was so generous and classy with his time. Nothing is better than to meet your hero's & they turn out to be everything you want them to be and more. You guys must have felt the same way meeting, and actually playing with U2 on stage. Memories are what life is all about, cherish them.
A pity sports couldn't replicate this gesture, image going to watch your favourite team and with 10 minutes left they pluck you out of the crowd, stick a shirt on your back and make your dreams come true !
Mirror Ball man tell that's you , I saw your documentary ....you did it my friend your dream to be on stage with the mates has come true! God Bless you brother
Really the biggest piece of evidence that they didnt plan this - Edge was totally ready to start playing Every Breaking Wave on piano - Bono stopped him. If you watch here: ua-cam.com/video/2UeqsjEQQZU/v-deo.html you will see this happen
U2 always embraces the irony! They seem to get we are not so big to let a great moment pass. For all the hate they get, they never get the attention for just being good decent guys.
Sorry but If I paid the money to see U2, the last thing I would want to see his is a tribute band pretend to be them. Look I totally get the band was gracious to help them out etc, but I could see them at a bar for free on a weekday night. This is NOT a knock on the tribute band at all. Good for them. I just don't get it. That's all. I can totally respect if anyone thinks I'm wrong. I get it. What if the person who paid $ to see U2 and it's their favorite band and Desire was thier favorite song, and a tribute band sang it??? Now please don't compare this to if a another famous musician guest stars on one of their songs. That's a bit different.
Just makes me love the band even more! If you were a true fan, you'd feel the same...if these true stars can stand at the edge of the stage and watch their fans' dreams come true, then I guess you can either watch or leave. They all seemed to be enjoying themselves.
!["Okay, let's play ... Desire?" (Preview) Turin Sept. 5 [1080p by Mek Vox]](/img/n.gif)
Thanks for posting this video Jim. To everyone who has liked and commented so far, thanks for the warm words. We had the time of our lives in that moment. None of it was planned by U2 as far as we could tell, we just tried to be near the "e" stage so they would see us. Desire was not on the setlist that night, but Bono made a split second decision and the rest is history. Many of you have wondered what it felt like and to be honest the best feeling of all was looking at our favourite band - Bono, Edge, Adam and Larry (especially!) and also looking out at the audience and seeing nothing but smiles, joy, happiness and pure energy. It's a moment we will never forget and we are forever grateful to U2 for gracing us with that experience. We made a multi-cam mix of it which shows the entire story a bit better, if you'd like to relive it as did the 12 or so other people who so kindly sent us their footage. Its here ua-cam.com/video/7V-lRQj727E/v-deo.html . Thanks again for all the love and support. Cheers, ACROBAT
Great to hear from you... I remember chatting with you at the hideout after the show... Someone asked earlier what Bono said to you at around the 4:09 mark... I heard "I've always wanted to meet you... " Then it sounded like "...Don't quit your work" but I could be wrong.
@@JimboSlimbo36 haha yes! He says: "I've always wanted to meet you - love your earlier work" - which to me was a witty play on him meeting his younger self (some have said theres a slight resemblance to "young Bono" haha). He's quick on his feet with the jokes!
@@u2tributeacrobat That is one of the best things I've ever seen. Fantastic.
That has to be the BEST fan interaction I have ever seen!!! You guys rocked it!!! Bono came out with the harmonica but you had beat him to it. You guys were also spot on!! I can’t believe what I just saw!!
Cheers from SoCal!! “Where the streets have no name” was filmed.👍🏼
What wonderful experience for all of you. Watching this clip shows how U2 are so humble and gratuitous towards tribute band and fans!! Love it
Love how Adam and Larry just stand down at the side of the stage seeing what their fans see. Respect guys..
Such respect.
Never liked U2. Talented guys, just not my thing...BUT...this right here...THIS is amazing. What a thrill this must have been for the tribute act!
A very honest and gracious comment. Thank you
This actually happened at a show I was at in Nashville… U2 are genuine…
ua-cam.com/video/33IuGhlSaT4/v-deo.html
@@scoonman would have loved to see U2. They are genuine!
This is every young kids dream to be a Rock Star and good on U2 for making these guys boyhood dreams come true
Pretty gracious of U2 to do this for these guys pretty cool
I've loved this band since 1980. Being a 12 year old boy from Lafayette, Louisiana and drawing a kindred spirit with a band from Dublin, I've never given up on "my band". Their rise to incredible fame has not jaded their humanity. This video is proof that in a world where people struggle for significance, U2 reminds us all of the power in humility and honoring each other as humans. Cheers to music. Cheers to unity. Cheers for peace as a nation and as a planet.
You are so right J.S. - they / Bono have mastered the fine art of really pausing to respect and honour a fellow person who just has a big dream and wants to go for it. Cheers to you thank you for the kind words.
Now thats a band that looks after its fans.
One of the most non egotistical groups I have ever heard of. How impressed I am and they are huggers. Wow!!!! Thank you for sharing!
Yet, people get this impression that Bono is this “ego maniac”, which is clearly not true. An ego maniac would never invite this sort of thing. David Lee Roth would never be having this kind of “nonsense”… that’s how he would see this
I did watch something where Bono did say that during ZOO TV he got a bit lost in himself… which I can easily see happening playing those
elaborate of shows for the first time. But I think Bono also noticed that in himself and was able to snap back to reality
Good on U2 for letting these guys indulge in an amazing experience.
How incredible to emulate their heros by playing with them. Just wonderful.
Must have been surreal
Even better than the real thing
I was there. Nice to actually see it up close!
One of the best feel good videos on UA-cam.
That was great so good of U2 sharing a moment with the tribute band ,they all would of been stoked especially the U2 brother !
Ignore the Bad comments here.
Take Pride in the bands for doing this. There will only be One U2, but many Will Follow.
Smiles all around 🙏✊️💚
Words from a Lefty
@@concernedcitizen5493 do you remember the nazi books burning 🔥
Told you so😞
@@derkultvontrump 🙄
If this happened to me, I could die happily knowing I’d never have a better five minutes in my life
Just Awesome, very happy for you. 🤗🤗🤗
That was awesome! Kudos to U2, to give their tribute band the spotlight of a lifetime, it is the right thing to do. Other bands should do the same!
Was in the lower bowl for this night with U2.....Amazing energy! Really miss the live rock shows
What a thrilling once in a lifetime opportunity!
This is one more reason why BONO is awesome.
So awesome
U2 as fanboys on their own show. Great act and great performance. Well done!
❤️Larry gave the drummer his drumsticks❤️🥁
You are right, how awesome!
Nice
What an incredible opportunity! U2 are AWESOME!😍
From a neighbour of Bono's near his original Sycamore Road, Bualadh Bos ar fad 👏👏👏👏👏👏🇮🇪💚☘
That's pretty freaking frightening lol wow impressive, I mean it's U2 and they're standing there watching you be them uh pretty cool of them to let them be them for a few minutes
So this is the U "squared" version ! ... Nice of Bono & Co to share the moment with fans....
This video arouses a huge smile on my face. Love!
I burst out laughing when I saw this guy wearing Edge's cap! :-) :-) :-). This guy is rocking! :)
Larry's huge grin throughout was amazing to see! :)
This gives me chills...love it..I saw U2 in Houston tx NRG stadium..😎🎸🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
This is one of the greatest videos I have seen on UA-cam! 👍👍👍
U2...the last Supergroup....💪🏼
Very cool, great job !
Dream come true
I remember meeting my favorite player, Bobby Orr at a Leaf game, and he was so generous and classy with his time. Nothing is better than to meet your hero's & they turn out to be everything you want them to be and more. You guys must have felt the same way meeting, and actually playing with U2 on stage. Memories are what life is all about, cherish them.
That is so awesome!
Thrill of a lifetime!! Goosebumps🙏🎶🎶
Man..If only Bono had said "these guys are EVEN BETTER THAN THE REAL THING"...it would have brought the house down.
Don't believe he would blow hot air, but true would have made people react.
Maravilhosa e espetacular banda U2 carisma profissional interação com o público tinha que ser U2
U2, simply the greatest band and coolest guys on the planet ❤
How cool is that bass player?! 😎👍
That was an awesome performance, just as good as the originals…
A pity sports couldn't replicate this gesture, image going to watch your favourite team and with 10 minutes left they pluck you out of the crowd, stick a shirt on your back and make your dreams come true !
George Plimpton did it, kind of
My god this gave me chills.
We met Mark at BC Place for Joshua Tree 30th this past May, very nice guy!
Wonderful waw
They're great!!!
I’m still waiting for Sepultura to do this with my old tribute band 🤷🏼♂️😂
Pretty cool though
Love it
The craic was mighty
Ciao da vallefiorita Calabria Italia🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹
Very Very Cool!! Pulled it off
Mirror Ball man tell that's you , I saw your documentary ....you did it my friend your dream to be on stage with the mates has come true! God Bless you brother
this is so amazing
Well done boys!!
To think that, one of the members in that band, is my dad, it just makes it, that much more enjoyable to watch.
Excellent!
Nice guys
Remember what ever people say about you only half of it is true. I think that's what bono said
your right well spotted 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏🙏
Oh WOW
compare this to all the tech, props, gags and hoo haa they normally have and this little stunt smashes it... what cool guys all of you
cool to get rush up on stage with them
What other band would do that. Fantastic
Mike Mills and Peter Buck joined my R.E.M tribute band on stage at two different shows. Great guys!
@@searing7549 I right👃 pinocchio
@@danbreen6946 Look it up for yourself. Dead Letter office International Tribute to R.E.M.
Mac Demarco let a fan play guitar and I think sing too once that I know of. He's a cool dude too. So chill.
@@searing7549 U2 are great.REM are/were/still are ... my faves though.
Ok guy you have the night off guys
That is awesome!
Awesome
From what I could hear not bad version of Desire
buenisimo!!!!!!
Imagine how this must have felt!
I bet the u2 band members felt their job was in jeopardy 😛
What an awesome experience! 👌👀🧡🤍💚 Would be fantastic if that ever happens to my tribute band friends here from Maine - youtube.com/@SlaneU2Tribute
SI YO FUERA FAMOSO Y UNA BANDA ME HICIERA UNA BANDA DE HOMENAGE SERIAN COMO MIS HERMANOS
just look how the piano folded of stage wow, AND This proves that not anybody can do Bonos job only those who dress like him
Purely for my benefit, it the bass player the construction worker from the Village People?
what happened to the piano??? lmao 1:48
Went into the stage
Really the biggest piece of evidence that they didnt plan this - Edge was totally ready to start playing Every Breaking Wave on piano - Bono stopped him. If you watch here: ua-cam.com/video/2UeqsjEQQZU/v-deo.html you will see this happen
The singer looks like a kid on Christmas morning
Bono's like that
Very much so! ;)
Clones everywhere!
At 1.50 the piano wasn’t having it.
Mark seems to have crazy luck with the band every time they are in town.
U2 always embraces the irony! They seem to get we are not so big to let a great moment pass. For all the hate they get, they never get the attention for just being good decent guys.
Yah ...lol...Lucky guys, what are the chances of that type of luck over and over 🤔
u2 wrote the songs but I guess other people can also play the songs well
Thare's a band who aren't beholden to their egoes
The bass player from the village people ?
how many other bands their size do that...??
the tribute band singer sings better than Bono !!!!
Too kind Brad, but Bono's are some mighty big shoes to fill. We just try to pay respectful tribute. Appreciate the love!
Did Bono buy a ticket at your show?
Bono needs to hit the gym.
What did Bono say at the 4:06 mark? I’ve played it many times but can’t make it out?
"Thank you. I always wanted to meet you... love your early work"
@@danielosborne1946 Hahahaha that is brilliant! Thank you.
@@danielosborne1946 true off the cuff split second wit, loved it!
@@u2tributeacrobat I’ll bet he was parroting what he hears fans say all the time :-)
He said "I hope that Dan Nainan, Comedian guy doesn't start asking what I said in a UA-cam comments section.."
U2 have basically become a cover band of themselves so guess this kind of works 🤔
Wow, Adam Clayton has piled the weight on.
pulled the wrong band on stage U2 LA Vation is the best tribute band ever !
Jason is a friend and they're a great band too.. not a competition Mr Tibbs.. love of the music is what drives us
Seeeok pm ok tooooo you are you can you yes can please can
Sorry but If I paid the money to see U2, the last thing I would want to see his is a tribute band pretend to be them. Look I totally get the band was gracious to help them out etc, but I could see them at a bar for free on a weekday night. This is NOT a knock on the tribute band at all. Good for them. I just don't get it. That's all. I can totally respect if anyone thinks I'm wrong. I get it. What if the person who paid $ to see U2 and it's their favorite band and Desire was thier favorite song, and a tribute band sang it??? Now please don't compare this to if a another famous musician guest stars on one of their songs. That's a bit different.
lol it’s one song…….
Errr just paid a small fortune for tickets and we get a tribute act.
A nice gesture, but tribute bands in general....😴
Imagining paying to see U2 only to end up with a Tribute band come on stage
Imagine being in that tribute band...
Imagine being more than a keyboard warrior and being part of a special moment in your life
Bonus
Just makes me love the band even more! If you were a true fan, you'd feel the same...if these true stars can stand at the edge of the stage and watch their fans' dreams come true, then I guess you can either watch or leave. They all seemed to be enjoying themselves.
@@DMDvideo10 🙄 like playing in a cover band ?
When you don't have enough talent to be an original, you become a copy.
The singer sounds better than Bono
U2 needs to just stop.
Long time ago
Bass player can not play!!
Man, who pissed on your cheerios?
@@jimmeyers2673 who butters your buns Mate ?