After all these years, what are the best and worst things about being U2s bassist?
AC: Sometimes we get photographed a bit too much, and for the wrong kinds of papers [laughs]. You feel like saying, “I just play bass! You don’t need me in your paper!” But it’s a celebrity culture, and we don’t suffer for it too much. We’re good at hiding behind music, but sometimes people do get excited for the wrong reasons. As for the good parts, we’ve got great fans. They follow us through all sorts of changes, and in many ways they encourage us to continue pursuing music that excites us. But the best thing really is that I get to hang out with three friends and musicians. And if I get stuck, in whatever way, I’ve got three guys who are willing and able to help. That’s a great thing. 2000 Bass Player. All rights reserved.
