Bono Compared to Beethoven

The news was reported by Gramophone magazine.  In their latest edition, the British publication looks at certain similarities between the two personalities.  The magazine’s editor, James Inverne, explained, "Beethoven was a major cultural figure in his day, just as Bono is now.  In the 18th century, composers were the pop stars of their day."

Inverne added, "Beethoven was also a regular guest at court.  Bono has a comparable relationship with Tony Blair and George W Bush, and the dynamic is still the same."