The surroundings play an important role in Corbijn’s work. So the guys from U2 could be themselves even though they were the biggest pop stars of the era. Corbijn does not try to portray the artists the way the music industry wants, he’s merely interested in the artist behind the ‘image’. The same applies to the photos on the cover. This is clearly visible in Corbijn’s art. It is precisely the jagged edge of life that is interesting. ‘Keep it simple and natural’ is Eno’s motto. His way of working was a source of inspiration for Corbijn. Corbijn also got along well with the album’s producer, Brian Eno. They were peers and shared the same outlook on life we live in one world where everyone has equal rights. He forged a special bond with the band members of U2. His first photo shoot was for Dutch band Solution. The camera allowed him to put his shyness aside and take front row at concerts and mingle backstage with the artists. He started as a photographer with Dutch music magazine Oor in 1972. Anton Corbijn, the shy boy from Strijen near Rotterdam.
It contains beautiful photos of Tom Waits, Nick Cave, Depeche Mode and Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones. The photo book “1-2-3-4” is a true showpiece in my bookcase.
He has become famous for his pictures of artists and musicians. The photos were taken by my favorite photographer, Anton Corbijn. I still am not, but when I see the “Joshua Tree” cover (and hear the music), I do regret not going to Dublin. It was a lot of money (plane ticket, hotel, concert ticket) and we had planned a family gathering for this specific weekend. She wanted more adventure and decided to divorce. Eventually she concluded that life should be worth more than just B. She had once asked the question in a national newspaper: “I’ll rate my relationship B, do I have to be satisfied with that?” It was for a section that readers could respond to, something like Agony Aunt. She was meant to go with her boyfriend, but the relationship had ended.
She had obtained special tickets through the fan club for the show in Dublin. I knew she always had spontaneity in abundance, but I didn’t see this one coming. “Would you like to come with me to U2’s Joshua Tree Tour in Dublin?” A female colleague asked me a few years ago.
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