U2 Fans Outraged By 12-Foot Barrier

***Update: We’ve just received official word from MTV, that under no circumstances did they build a ‘wall’ of any kind in or around the U2 production site. U2’s performance took place on Thursday, November 5th in front of the Brandenburg Gate, in Berlin, as a symbol of peace and reconciliation. They encourage fans to watch tonight’s show to see for themselves.***

It was great news for both U2 fans and those who wished to celebrate the fall of the Berlin Wall when the prominent band announced a free show to honor the 20th anniversary.

However, there’s been a slight addition to the location that have left eager concert-goers mad and confused. According to the Associated Press, a 12-foot metal barrier has been built that will block any view of U2′s show. A wall was built where a wall was taken down… Ironic, to say the least!

MTV, who is organized today’s event as part of the MTV Europe Music Awards, says that they were obligated to build a temporary fence “around the site to ensure the safety and security of the attendees at the event as well as residents and businesses in the area” after they had talked to the city and Berlin police.

The barrier was covered with white tarp and many upset fans already attempted to break it down. Many felt that it was built so that everyone would be forced to watch the show on TV to boost MTV ratings.

U2′s publicist has not made a comment so far.

There were 10,000 available tickets to the free show and all of them were sold out within three hours. U2 is a big band, and honoring a big event such as the fall of the Berlin wall was bound to get them in the news. It just surprises us because it’s making the news for something as silly as this.

What do you think of MTV and their wall?