# In 1977, Bono saw the coolest band he’d ever seen: “Sexy and dangerous”

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/in-1977-bono-saw-the-coolest-band-hed-ever-seen-sexy-and-dangerous/
- Published: 2026-10-25T20:15:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-25T21:12:56+00:00
- Original publisher: Far Out
- Original article: https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/in-1977-bono-saw-the-coolest-band-hed-ever-seen-sexy-and-dangerous/
- Topics: Entertainment, Music

## Key points

- Seeing The Clash in 1977 changed Bono’s life.
- Their sound and rebellious image helped shape U2.
- Bono said no one could match their coolness.

## Summary

Bono has said that watching The Clash on their first tour in 1977 changed his life and helped shape his view of what a band could do. Their urgent performances and rebellious image showed him that music could carry a sense of activism as well as energy, influencing U2’s early identity.

Bono recalled The Clash as “sexy and dangerous”, praising their sound, stage clothes and ability to make an impression even away from the stage. U2 adopted some of their militant look and willingness to take musical risks, though Bono felt no one could match The Clash’s coolness; he pointed to albums such as *London Calling* as examples of their influence.

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