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Offline rockadoodle

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Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« on: June 07, 2012, 01:56:26 PM »
It's no secret that U2 is one of the most successful bands out there when it comes to co-branding. In the past, we have seen U2 hold hands with Apple to launch the iPod U2 edition. If you were in the position to choose the next big product/merchandise for U2 then what would it be? Personally, I would like to see U2 iPhone Dock speakers (providing they are aesthetically pleasing and have good sound quality).

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
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Offline imaginary friend

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #1 on: June 07, 2012, 02:07:27 PM »
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Offline Johnny Feathers

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #2 on: June 07, 2012, 02:34:08 PM »
Mostly, nobody, though that ship has already sailed.  I think corporate ties weaken (and have weakened) U2's image as an artistically relevant band.
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Offline Kurukira

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #3 on: June 08, 2012, 12:15:21 AM »
Quote from: Johnny Feathers on June 07, 2012, 02:34:08 PM
Mostly, nobody, though that ship has already sailed.  I think corporate ties weaken (and have weakened) U2's image as an artistically relevant band.

I agree, remember what Bono said about the 'corporate monster' back in the Popmart days?  I do every time I see a pic of the U2 iPod...though it's pretty.
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Offline Dali

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #4 on: June 08, 2012, 12:56:17 PM »
Prince marketed one of his albums as part of a monthly music magazine. Mariah Carey has allowed advertising in her CD booklet back in the day. The former is a nice concept, the latter not so much.

However, I feel U2 could partner with a perfume company to release a fragrance / deodorant line
called "U2 - A Scent" and package a full length or not so full length CD with it called "Songs Of Ascent".
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Offline andrewau2

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #5 on: June 15, 2012, 06:32:32 PM »
Sirius/XM radio would be cool - to get a 24/7 U2 channel.
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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #6 on: June 17, 2012, 11:06:55 PM »
Quote from: andrewau2 on June 15, 2012, 06:32:32 PM
Sirius/XM radio would be cool - to get a 24/7 U2 channel.

  I have thought of this many times...I mean, If Springsteen & Pearl Jam have their own station, shouldn't U2?!
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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2012, 11:34:07 PM »
Quote from: andrewau2 on June 15, 2012, 06:32:32 PM
Sirius/XM radio would be cool - to get a 24/7 U2 channel.


That'd be sick.
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Offline YODA

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #8 on: June 18, 2012, 12:09:51 AM »
Beats by Dr. Dre
Hey Jimmy Iovine is co-branded with Dr. Dre. We all know that Iovine produced Rattle & Hum.
It's could be highly possible.
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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #9 on: June 18, 2012, 02:34:21 AM »
Beats by Dre are a pair of overpriced hyped POS, don't buy them, get an AKG or Sennheiser.

U2 never should've done corporate sponsorship/co-branding, it does hurt their integrity. The more they act like a brand themselves, the less I am able to care about their music. I wish Popmart/young Bono could time travel and kick 2012 Bono's ass. Just in retribution.
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Offline Bads316

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #10 on: June 18, 2012, 07:24:50 AM »
Yeah this ^ Horrible, terrifying thread.
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Offline JTBaby

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #11 on: June 18, 2012, 08:02:37 PM »
Oh I'm sure someone will rationalize it.

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Offline hrsan

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #12 on: June 19, 2012, 06:52:50 PM »
No rock band should ever align themselves with either a corporation or a politician.
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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #13 on: June 19, 2012, 08:17:32 PM »
Quote from: hrsan on June 19, 2012, 06:52:50 PM
No rock band should ever align themselves with either a corporation or a politician.

does that include equipment endorsements? Larry's been a Yamaha endorsee since like 1984 or something, and they're one of the biggest corporations in the world.
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Offline YODA

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Re: Who would you like to see U2 Co-Brand with?
« Reply #14 on: June 19, 2012, 09:02:30 PM »
whatever...they kinda of already sold out.
their legacy is the only thing that matters and it's already set stone even if they come out with a great album
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