Last updated: Friday, November 6, 2009
MTV HIT BACK AT U2 GIG BERLIN 'WALL' REPORTS
MTV bosses have denied they built their own Berlin 'wall' to restrict people from viewing U2's free gig in the German capital on Thursday night (05Nov09), insisting they beefed up security to ensure fans' safety.
Bono of U2 playing a 6 song set in front of the Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor) as part of the MTV Europe Music Awards 2009. Berlin, Germany - 05.11.2009
The Irish rockers' devotees were left fuming over MTV's decision to erect a temporary security barrier around the Brandenburg Gate, where the One hitmakers performed in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall.
But organisers of the show, which was part of the MTV Europe Music Awards, insist the security measures were put into place to ensure the safety of the 10,000 ticket holders.
A statement from MTV reads, "MTV wanted to ensure that the 10,000 music fans that attended tonight's MTV EMAs present U2 at the Brandenburg Gate enjoyed a safe and happy experience.
"The safety and well-being of all attendees at any MTV-produced event is of the highest priority. MTV worked closely with our local promoter, DEAG, the Borough of Berlin and the Berlin Police Department to create a comprehensive security plan for the event. To that end, MTV placed a temporary security fence around the site perimeter.
"Under no circumstances did MTV build a 'wall' of any kind in or around the U2 production site."
And Berlin's Mayor Klaus Wowereit has praised MTV execs for arranging the U2 gig, insisting it was the perfect way to celebrate the anniversary of the wall's destruction.
He adds, "The Pariser Platz was the scene for a joyful celebration of peace, love, freedom and music that Berlin will never forget. Congratulations to U2 and MTV for bringing this unique moment of musical history to the city of Berlin."
Related News:
- BONO DISAPPOINTED BY RECENT RECORD SALES
- BONO PRAISES OBAMA IN NEWSPAPER ARTICLE
- BONO FILMS U.K. POLITICAL SUPPORT VIDEO
- BONO BRINGS BOND TO JAY-Z'S MONTE CARLO PARTY
- U2'S MASSIVE TOUR OVERHEADS PREVENT PROFIT
- FASCINATING FACT:
- BYRNE BLASTS BONO
- HINDU LEADERS URGE BONO TO ADDRESS ROMA ISSUE
- BONO BEAMS INTO SPACE AT BARCELONA GIG
- COWELL CALLED BONO TO GET ONE FOR IDOL
Source: WENN
E-mail this to a friend
Printable version
Post a commentPOST A COMMENT
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS:
JONAS BROTHERS REVEAL JACKSON INFLUENCE AT MTV EMAS
The JONAS BROTHERS paid tribute to King Of Pop MICHAEL JACKSON at the MTV Europe Music Awards on Thursday (05Nov09) - revealing how the JACKSON 5 were their first major influence.
MORE NEWS:
. ISLAMIC GROUPS BRAND BEYONCE'S TOUR 'INSOLENT SEX PARTY'
. JACKSON 'HAD A PREMONITION HE WOULD DIE'
. AAMES EYES CAREER AS FINANCIAL ADVISER
. FASCINATING FACT FROM THE MTV EUROPE MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS:
. STREEP'S GIRL LANDS TV BREAK
. THE THINGS THEY SAY: JAY-Z
. U2 OPEN FREE BERLIN GIG WITH FALLEN WALL-INSPIRED ANTHEM
. POLANSKI TO BE HONOURED AT SWISS FILM EVENT
. BEYONCE & JAY-Z ARE THE KING AND QUEEN OF EUROPE
. THE THINGS THEY SAY: 50 CENT
