U2 kicks off world tour

July 2, 10:27 AMDC Pop Culture ExaminerPaula Cee

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from U2.com - the band's massive stage and the sound board behind it all

U2's hit the road officially -- launching the world tour that will bring them to DC (to FedEx Field) and Charlottesville, Va. (at Scott Stadium) in the early fall.

For those of us who couldn't be at the Barcelona, Spain show, there are plenty of details about the new tour on U2.com.  The site includes pictures (like this one) and all sorts of details about the debut show on the tour which is supporting the band's latest: No Line On The Horizon.

U2.com even has a very cool clip of the band walking out on to the stage.

Speaking of cool clips, check out this one where the band pays tribute to Michael Jackson's legacy, dedicating "Angel of Harlem" to him and including some clips of "Man In The Mirror" and "Don't Stop" in their performance.

Below that, check out the set list.  Which songs are you most looking forward to seeing at FedEx or Scott Stadium?

Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain, June 30, 2009:

Breathe
No Line on the Horizon
Get On Your Boots
Magnificent
Beautiful Day
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
Angel of Harlem
In A Little While
Unknown Caller
Unforgettable Fire
City of Blinding LIghts
Vertigo
I'll Go Crazy If I Don't Go Crazy Tonight
Sunday Bloody Sunday
Pride (In The Name of Love)
MLK
Walk On
Where The Streets Have No Name
One
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Ultraviolet
With Or Without You
Moment of Surrender

For more info: Look at some comedy and get the giggles:  Jon Stewart takes on the Michael Jackson media circus and  "GoRemy" has a locally viral video hit on YouTube with "Arlington: The Rap."  Loss was repeated in pop culture three times this week:  Farrah Fawcett, Michael Jackson and Ed McMahon.