Thanks for those points.

The considerations as to what what songs are “conservative” are most definitely not mine; I have merely pointed out that John Miller compiled a list (or two) that was, according to him, “based on what listeners felt defined conservative values for them”, and I have then highlighted which of those on the list have Irish connections - however vague.

My understanding of what Miller was doing was not labelling GROUPS as “conservative” but saying that specific SONGS conveyed a “conservative” sense to particular listeners - whether or not those of us who are not conservative like it.

Bono may not like labels, but that does not mean they do not apply. e.g. “male” and “Irish” in this instance. And the social behaviour of three members of U2 has always been very conservative, especially when you consider they are members of a hugely successful rock band. Nevertheless it is the songs about religion that certain people feel embody conservative values.

And just because a band (U2) sings about religion, it doesn’t mean they’re conservative. There are many, many religious people who are progressive/liberal.
If you’ve read anything about the Bono, he does not like labels in the first place and the rest of the band is not very fond of today’s “conservative” movement at all.

And lastly, to balance things out, The Rainmakers had a song on on there third CD which was a response to the mis-representation the song “Government Cheese” recieved. The song was called “Spend it on Love.” It was anti-war, pro-people … in other words, liberal.