U2’s Humble Beginnings [VIDEO]

They would become one of the biggest bands in the world selling millions and millions of albums, making over a billion dollars, but also becoming spiritual leaders, political activists and champions of the environment. But all great bands have their humble beginnings and it was 36 years ago today. . . in 1978, that our group opened for the amazing band The Stranglers at the Top Hat Ballroom outside of Dublin, Ireland.

The Stranglers took up two dressing rooms . . . leaving our future stars having to dress behind their amplifiers on stage.  The Stranglers are resting under the rock of obscurity, while U2 light cigars with $100 bills.