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I just saw about 30 seconds of Bob saying 'it isn't good enough' on ITV news. He was obviously speaking for much longer but they didn't give him the air time. Here's a news article on the subject: Geldof gives U.N. 4/10 on poverty relief By Mike Peacock UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Rocke...

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My name is Grace and I Love Bob Geldolf there its official* I think he's a cool guy with a BIG heart. Would like to chat with many people as possible about Bob and his work. I got to like him through my other Big Love of U2. Thats just abit about me, and I hope to talk wit...

I KNOW IT WON,T HAPPEN ! BOB EVEN SAID HE WOULD,NT BE A RAT EVEN IF HE COULD AGAIN BUT ALL US RATS FANS WOULD LOVE IT JUST 1 LAST TIME BOYS COME ON YOU KNOW YOU WANT TOO!! REEVO

Did anyone here watch live8 edinburgh? I saw it, and was about to switch it off for bed (saw the replay on bbc7 at nite) and then sir bob came on with his fottie shirt, and sang rat trap...i was really exited! i had seen him once play on stage....but i had now seen him TWICE IN 1 WEEK! This was really cool, i was...

And still he stays silent By hailing the failure of this summer's G8 summit as a success, Bob Geldof has betrayed the poor of Africa George Monbiot Tuesday September 6, 2005 The Guardian Two months have not elapsed since the G8 summit, and already almost everything has turned to ashes. Even the crusti...

When I fisrt heard about the event I thought, are people as concerned about world issues as they were back then. It's hard to explain but back in the 80's, music brought people together (corny as that sounds). Many of the bands around at that time were popular the world over. Today there are so many dif...

"This photo [which I didn't link] supplied by the Clinton Global Initiative shows World Bank chief Paul Wolfowitz, left, listening to U2's Bono during the Clinton Global Initiative meetings, Thursday, Sept. 15, 2005 in New York. The meetings, which run Sept. 15-17, are the product of an initiativ...

Geldof hits back at chorus of criticism from charities By Maxine Frith, Social Affairs Correspondent Published: 14 September 2005 Sir Bob Geldof hits back today at the growing chorus of criticism from charities over his role in the Make Poverty History campaign and the staging of th...

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The things search engines throw up! Looking for the Rats BBC sessions and found this.... gerry cott : UK Thursday, 28. October 2004 When we started the boomtown rats, John, as he did with lots of other bands before and since, gave us a helping hand. It's still hard to believe he's gone. I love...

Unbelievable. (I think I'm posting this in the right place, it seems relevant). Make Poverty History ads are history after Ofcom political ban by Jennifer Whitehead Brand Republic 12 Sep 2005 Make Poverty History: no more TV ads in the UK LONDON - Make Poverty History, the organis...

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It's 6.00pm (GMT) and again the news. We heard that in the stadium, stabbing, rapes and god know what else is going on. Also some Brits had to be moved and protected as they were being beating up by the locals because the are white. We are white and we don't know what colo...

I'm staging a bit of a rampage on totp to try and get some rats played on the new archive section of the show (now on sundays at 7:00).if you feel willing to help go to www.bbc.co.uk/totp and put a message in on 'have your say' on the right hand side of the 'whos on' page. please help

According to BBC on the internet, Sir Bob is asking the Ugandan president, who has been in that position since 1986, not to run for the upcoming election. Many Ugandans feel he should stay out of their business and are protesting against him. What's all this??????

Let's hope he can sort something out. This is disgraceful. Gleneagles money for Africa goes to Iraq September 11 2005 at 04:11PM By Caroline Hooper-Box Barely two months since the G8 summit at Gleneagles in Scotland, it has emerged that part of the much-heralded foreign aid mon...

A couple of fun sites to mess around with.

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The Un will celebrate its 60th anniversary September 15 in New York City with a summit meeting there for 3 days as well. Will Live8 have had any influence on how UN members approach the future? Hopefully yes.

For all the critics who were wondering where Bob was and why he wasn't saying anything: Geldof fights to avoid G8 humiliation Maurice Chittenden BOB GELDOF is flying to the United Nations summit in New York this week in an attempt to stop the G8’s aid-for-Africa programme from collapsing. ...

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Hi my name is Cindy and im 17. I was just wondering if there are any rats fans around my age out there coz i feel like im "living on an island" here! (please excuse the very cheesy pun!)

I have been watching the TV show Rockstar Inxs, and I became curious as to the death of Michael Hutchence. During my research, I found a coroner's report that details a heated conversation between Geldof and Hutchence on the morning of his death. The conversation was allegedly concern...

So, if Alice Cooper and Eric Clapton were in a fist fight with BG and Bono, where would you place your bet? _______________________________________ Oh, Shut Up I've had enough of Bono, Geldof, and the rest of the rock 'n' roll whiners. Hartford Advocate, August 31, 2005 Alistair Highet ...

Got in at 7 am this morning, still very tired indeed. Thanks for all your messsages, birthday wishes etc. Bulgaria is a lovely place, very interesting mix of culture, lovely scenery and good beaches. Something for everyone. I'd recommend it, now while it is still cheap! It won't stay that wa...

... did anyone catch the recent Britpop night on BBC4 recently? Pretty much confirmed that Pulp were the best of the bunch (Common People, the ultimate Britpop theme), watching Damon Albarn poncing around as a country squire and Oasis and their Dad rock. And this week, Oasis are number one, with Al...

I was just watching The History Channel here in the U.S. I believe the program was actually British-made...either way, a man is explaining what it was like for a gladiator to do battle in the Coleseum in Rome. Out of no where, the host says, "It will be like (some event I've never h...

Bob Geldof Solo Back Catalogue due for release this Autumn The back-catalogue of Bob Geldof's solo material is due for release in October, no specific release date as yet. Currently Pete Briquette is working on the re-mastering of the back-catalogue. We will inform you of further d...

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What good news to return home to

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Does anyone know of any M P H action going on in OZ? It has all been so quiet since LIVE8 and not even the ArmBands are available here!It would be great to join in on SEPT 10,but lack of knowledge is followed by lack of action. It is a shame ,when so many in OZ signed up with the cause, to have nothing to do next.

I think that Do they know it's Xmas sing by bob is the best version of all ! heard it for the first time it's verygood -- Edited by ArrGee at 16:22, 2005-10-04

I didn't buy this, but is it the same book as the one by Peter Stone on Amazon (£65!), it just says the Boomtown Rats. I think I've seen Having Their Picture Taken on ebay, but not recently. There is another book on Amazon.co.uk - the best of Bob Geldof and the Boomtown Rats. Are any of these worth buying? If...

Things like this makes me a bit

. Why do they always think Bob is on to something

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hey!!

..i was just wondering how everyones summer has been??...mines been good!! although it has gone way to fast!!!...my highlight was probably seeing status quo and meatloaf in concert!!

Well, that time has finally come...I'm offski on HOLIDAY!!!!! (this is my last day at work). So, you lot take care and I'll catch you when I get back.... (don't work too hard

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And I've updated my site. Just letting you all know...

http://www.inthewilderness.com/apollo/ "Oh Apollo on your final day, with your solid balconies in fine array I wish you could continue on But the Council says you must be gone." Garry Roberts (Boomtown Rats) "The only thing that should happen to the Apollo is that it be torn down by rock fans br...

does any1 no where i can find the promo video to shes so modern and can't stop

I'm gonna go to the Sheffield gig with my wife. If anyone else is going to that one from the list, then I would be more than happy to say hello.

Anyone watch the BBC3 documentary? Couldn't help laughing all the way through and I like the Libertines, but Pete being the Bob Dylan/Kurt Cobain of this generation? Is that for real? Still fair dues to anyone who can put fcuk, cnut and div in the same tune! http://www.sing365.com/mus...

I like the new map on the users page.dont fully understand it tho.whats with the names down the side?

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Um...no I'm not away on holiday..yet I've just been really busy at work and not been able to log on for ages....but it's the company BBQ today and as just about everybody else is there (and I'm still stuck in the office

), I thought I'd pop by!! So, did ya miss me? Now that Live8 etc has pass...

Happy 13TH Birthday today Abigail Have a great day You are now offically a teenage Rat

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I was checking out other sites and I ran into this one site called RAM IT from the U.K and the things they were saying about Bob made my stomach turn. Why are people like this? Its got to be jealousy or something. How can anyone put down a Great Man like Bob? How? I dont get it. I guess it takes all kind really...

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What happened to the ninth (Sheffield?)?? Can someone explain?

I'm in Bulgaria enjoying the sunshine

well not right this minute, just taking a breather. Have just got my tickets for Bristol, front row, probably best seats in the house so makes up for Wimbledon.

Hi all, Does anyone know if it is actually possible to get rats t-shirt's anywhere?? I've tried looking online but had no luck.

if not I'm gonna have to have some made up myself!!

I have the original video (and I mean the original mono version), but has anyone watched the new DVD? I do intend to buy it, just not got round to it yet.... -- Edited by ArrGee at 16:18, 2005-10-04

Hello I was wondering if there are any meet-up groups in the UK, esp. London. Anyhow, this forum is fun. B

Hi everyone, looks like there wont be a gig at the oakengates theatre. The box office confirmed today that Bob would not be appearing on the 8th October. Hope you have better luck with Wimbledon L & S Kaz.

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I notice most Rats/Geldof fans tend to be a bit older than me (15) so you've probably been to see more bands than me n i was just wondering who you've seen n feel free to say a bit about it. Me: Red Hot Chili Peppers at Hyde Park 20/06/04 - was great at the time but i now find their music very boring Green D...

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Though they have their frivolus side (I rem...

Press Releases John Peel Day announced by Radio 1 BBC Radio 1 announced today that the first John Peel Day will take place on Thursday 13 October 2005. The day will be a celebration of John's life and massive contribution to music and broadcasting, with as many venues as possible sta...

do any of you know/own the lyrics to this song? I tried figuring/writing it out on my own but I'm still muddled with a couple of lines. just drop me a pm if ya wanna help me out

also...what's Bob's story behind this song? Another reference to Daphne (in addition to 'I Can Make It...')? a differ...

And why? *-- Edited by Tina McBain at 16:37, 2005-10-04*

And why? -- Edited by Tina McBain at 16:37, 2005-10-04

Hi!! Im Andrea. Im a 16 year old Irish girl and Im one of the founders of TAP(Teens Against Poverty). I also represent Ireland. Me & my deutsch friend Stephanie decided to launch TAP to raise awareness about Poverty to young people, in particular teens like us. We have created a webpage...

It was in one of his interviews I believe. He said that in being Irish there is always alittle English blood in there too. Now, I'm not sure how Irish Bob is. But for me its true because I have Irish and English Blood. More Irish though. but there is English there as well. But I do agree with him there. if take...

Hi everyone ive just booked two ticket for the cardiff concert online. www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk they cost just under £50. it seems to automatically allocate seat numbers we got row d, probably best to book early, hope to see you there. great to get some dates. if your going to cardiff le...

From the Sunday Independent (Ireland) E-Mail Print Version Add to Clippings PERSON OF THE MONTH Bob Geldof ADVERTISEMENT BOB Geldof came to the world's attention as a global activist just over 20 years ago when he organised Live Aid. That day the whole world came together throug...

heya does any1 no where i can download the promo video for shes so modern cuz i loved the song but i can't find the promo

GOT MY TICKETS .Me and the wife going to peterborough sat 12th and im sneaking off to cardiff on the 11th sweet baby jesus and the orphans she will kill me!! shame about wimbledon CAN,T DO ANY OTHERS MID WEEK IS A NIGHTMARE FOR ME more gigs please boy...

I totally agree with Alison,and cant believe the stupidity of Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, on asking over a million people to demonstrate against poverty in Edinburgh, not only is it costing the tax payers of Edinburgh £100,000 in compensation to contractors etc. The police are already ...

Rat Trap was played on Virgin Radio this morning at 10.08 am. I've never heard it on there before, let's have more Rats on the radio

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I will now confess to watching part of "Kept", MTVs new reality show starring Jerry Hall, last night. (Premise: Ms. Hall selects a kept man from among several young applicants.) I'm not sure if what I saw was episode I or II, but Ms. Marine made an appearance. She's a physically b...

Does anyone know what Bob's favourite music is? Does he like listening to Rock or Alternative? And what is his favourite Bands?

OK we've said who we've seen, but what about those you didn't get to see and now regret. Here's my list: Queen Pink Floyd Soft Cell Tina Turner Black Sabbath Deep Purple Rush Iron Maiden Rainbow Sparks (was too young) T-Rex (too young) Motorhead Roxy Music Supertram...

I would really like to know more about people, her on this forum. So if you had to describe yourself, with atleast 5 words, what would these words be?? This would be me Colourfull hornest (sometimes to much

) Music and fashion lover

Childl...

Jules, Take a bow! You have now exceeded 500 posts, and are now a guru.

I was wondering if anyone can help me out here? I want to order a few things on bob. like the poster and the tee-shirts. I was wondering if money orders are excepted? Please let me know how i may go making my purchase to these items? thanks alot i'm still new here and dont know my way around so well. thanks......

hi all just wanted to bring to your attention the WONDERFULLNESS of new Artist Martha Wainwright (sister of Rufus) shes SO good, like jewel crossed w/ Kirsten hersh---I especally recomened her BMFA ep release,,,,

from contactmusic.com: SIR BOB GELDOF is desperate to improve his scruffy appearance - because he's ashamed of the impression he gives when meeting world leaders to discuss charity work. The LIVE AID co-organiser insists he is interested in fashion despite his casual style, and he's eag...

Got my text today!! Really looking forward to the concert. I'm seeing U2 twice over the coming weekend and then with Live8 as well it's going to be a great summer

Ok so I'm late to this forum but I was watching video of Live8 Murrayfield the other night. My daughter and I were there - and what a night!!! We weren't in Edinburgh on 2 July but even in Shetland hundreds of us marched that day to make poverty history. To get to Edinburgh for me meant a 2 hour drive...

I was wondering if you think that Bob will ever marry again? I know he has a girlfriend and all but I was simply wondering if he would marry or not?

Hi out there in this great space.

I was just wondering, if any of you had heard a David Icke speak? Then I was wondering what you thought about what he is saying? For my own part, Well I am a student of symbolic/astrology/ancient history/arkitekt drawer. I must say, with my mouth open I just t...

Why do Geldof haters come here to tell us? I hate some talentless pop stars but i would never go onto their forum n complain about it cos i respect that everyone has different tastes and different thoughts/beliefs on matters etc and if they're on the forum they obviously are fans and couldn't g...

I recently found a recording on vhs of the 1979 Kenny Everet new years eve show which I was surprised to see contained a video for Someones Looking At You which was'nt the one on The Story Of The Boomtown Rats dvd, it had the band dressed in army clothes, does anyone know if this was an official promo or was i...

How old was Bob when he started playing guitar?

oh my gosh. the "On A Night Like This" concert is, at times, frustrating to watch due to the strange editing special effects! what's going on? Both this concert and the Hammersmith one (separate DVD) are completely muddled by these ghetto and extremely annoying little effects that sometimes domina...

I think that it is really wicked that loadz of you come from lots of different places, im really interested where everyone comes from, and im sure other people would be interested too. Im from the East of England, and i found out about the boomtown rats through my mum and an interview...

hi gang !! 2 weeks ago you said next week for new gigs and last week you said this week i know the man is a king now but can he just nip out to see his people cos she and i are still sitting here our eyes are dry but we,re bored to tears we need a geldof gig

Look for this and click.... And then you get 30 second clips of all the tracks on the best of. Best to just leave the window open while you are on this forum! Thanks Tina and Ian!

People tell me that liking the Rats was never cool, however on two occasions recently I've been asked what the first record I ever bought was. The first record I bought myself with my own money was of course a Rats album (Tonic). When I revealed this information, on both occasions, I was told this wa...

I'm into Bob Geldof of course, but i'm also into U2, their music is fantastic. i know most people my age are into all the modern music like Akon and Girls Aloud, but I personally think it's boring!Sorry to those who like it by the way!

hey! i was just wondering what everyones favourite new band is at the moment?? mine would have to be either..The Datsuns...Black Rebel Motor Cycle Club..or Death from above 1979...

Does anyone know the extra lyrics which feature on Mary of the Fourth, on the Best of the Boomtown Rats album. These lyrics are in between the lyrics, Shes heading to the pillar bar, and Well Johnny looks alright tonight....., also I was wondering if anyone knew what Bob Geldof is s...

I have been a Rat fan since 1978 when I use to live in Holy head Wales. Now I live in Malta.

Does anyone remember the rats armband, featuring the famous rat logo? It was featured on one of their early releases I think...I'm going back to 1977 here pop pickers. I remember cutting the design out of an ad in a copy of the NME or whatever, covering it in sticky-backed plastic ( seriously! original...

Hello people! Yeah, um, none of you know me but I'm here, Jules, Tina, and a few other people do from the chat room but hey, I'll get to know you all :) Anyhow, I agree with Tina on the points about the offensive contents and stuff. If you think Bob is wasting his time and all that lark, why bothe...

There seems to have been a severe case of dumming down on the message board of late. Come back Meekus all is forgiven.. Where are Arrgee, Franna and Mark Boyle when you need them most. I thought you might like information on a new publication which is a riveting read and might be an...

Sorry we didn't post the Jonathon Ross show information, but we simply did not know it was happening until it was upon us. Obviously things are moving very fast, and sometimes events overtake us a little. But Saturday night there are 2 good documentaries you may like to look at: ...

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