Originally posted by ahn1991:I think Pop as an album is alright. But I think U2 overreached with Popmart, not just in the ideological concept, but maybe even in execution and performance. None of my live performances of Pop songs come from Popmart because I simply can't stand the sound of it. Their ZooTV and Elevation Tours have way more passion compared to Popmart. The tour may have left them with a bitter taste, explaining why they deny the existence of this album.
"Pop is our finest hour. It's better than Zoo TV aesthetically, and as an art project it is a clearer thought.
That quote still blows my mind considering how much they've abandoned anything having to do with Pop.
http://www.irishtimes.com/culture/just-the-2-of-u-1.711046