Wasn't the U2 ipod part of their marketing? Didn't they release vertigo right around the same time the special edition ipod came out last october/november? I think I am right on that and assuming so I think that was primarily part of their marketing campaign. I would say they specifically invested x amount into it and worked with apple to establish such a player. Part apple, part U2. With the rumored Dave Matthews ipod, I am sure so and so band's will start looking more into their own ipod based on their financials etc.
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iPod What's So Special About U2?
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I didn't become a big fan of U2 until I saw them live. Amazing performers, not to miss. How about a Clash iPod? After all, they used their song for the first iTunes advertisement. Hmm, probably wont sell as much though.... I wonder how much U2 gets per iPod.
Frankly I think the main reason U2 was selected for a ipod is Apple thinks they represent the Apple culture (i.e. think different). The vast majority of bands are only looking for fame and riches but Bono and U2 have a long track record of giving their name, time and effort supporting humanitarian causes even when the cameras are not on.
So the question is which groups are worthy to represent the Apple culture.
So the question is which groups are worthy to represent the Apple culture.
How about a Kiss iPod - Black with a white Kiss-style streak through it (using the center button as an eye!)?
I would say that Michael Jackson is pretty big globally! Simply saying U2 is the only band to have an iPod because they are the "biggest" just doesn't cut it for me!topgunn said:
God mock-up efoto
In my mind U2 is the biggest rock band right now, and the greatist. I would like to see a Coldplay or a Dave Matthews iPod would be really nice. But what would be even cooler would be George Lucas video iPod preloaded with all the Starwars, THX 1138, and American Graffiti. I would be the first in line. 
James Philp said:
Micheal Jackson is very big globally, but a Michael Jackson iPod would not be widely accepted. Especially with all these child molestation charges.
u2 is an interesting band, while they have their radio friendly songs like with or with out you and beatiful day... A LOT of their material is not radio friendly.. and on first listen can be awkward to listen to listen to.... but yeah they are individualistic for sure... city of blinding lights should be the next single.
Nickygoat said:I don't think there's going to be a Beatles iPod any time soon - not with Apple vs Apple currently running
the beatles.. paul makes it an "honor" to own the beatles catalouge... like a privalege is what im getting at... he should just have the catalogue up on itunes and work some deal with the record holders.. eesh
I just think the main thing stopping a lot of "trendy" people buying an ipod is that "everyone has one". I know of a few people personally who have said that.
If there were more individualized iPods (like a run of 3000 Kiss ones or name any band) they would feel a lot more special and individual.
If i had the chance to be one of 3000 people to own a Beastie Boys iPod, I know I would jump at the chance!
If there were more individualized iPods (like a run of 3000 Kiss ones or name any band) they would feel a lot more special and individual.
If i had the chance to be one of 3000 people to own a Beastie Boys iPod, I know I would jump at the chance!
noel4r said:Maybe a Michael Jackson iPod mini (for the kids)...
Ha, what a great idea!
Umm, a whole bunch of work just came in, I don't think I'll have time to do that one, even a quick version. Besides, other than Thriller, I never cared for the lad that much.
mactastic said:
Now there is an iPod that everyone can appreciate, old and young alike
Where o where in the world did you come across that?
If I wasn't so tired/cold/lonely, I would start it right away. Instead I am going to put in a horrible anti-love love story type movie and pray I fall asleep soon. Being home-sick sucks
Indeed! Award winning material for sure.efoto said:Now there is an iPod that everyone can appreciate, old and young alike
Well South Park just did an episode revolving around the boys managing the career of Ms. Wing, but her musical prowess has been floating about the internet for a while now. I think it might even have been posted here on this forum a time or two before.
Get well soon!
Man, U2 was my favorite band for a long time (back since the days of 'October' and 'Boy'), but they're in danger of turning into the Rolling Stones. When I heard 'Vertigo' I thought maybe they'd went back toward their roots; but the rest of the album is pretty so-so - basically in line with the last several they've done. Unfortunately folks in my age demographic are the ones keeping groups like this going.
I'd second the call for a Coldplay iPod though. Or perhaps one of the groups that've been used on the iPod commercials like Gorillaz or the Vines.
I'd second the call for a Coldplay iPod though. Or perhaps one of the groups that've been used on the iPod commercials like Gorillaz or the Vines.
i think it'd be pretty awesome if to celebrate the settlement/end or whatever of this apple v. apple mess they made a limited edition beatles 'pod. i'd certainly buy itNickygoat said:I don't think there's going to be a Beatles iPod any time soon - not with Apple vs Apple currently running