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Coldplay announce new UK tour dates in London and Hull - including world first for stadium show

Coldplay will play two dates in Hull and four in London, and in a world first for a stadium show, the Wembley concerts will be powered entirely by solar, wind and kinetic energy.

Arts and entertainment reporter @BethanyMinelle

Tuesday 17 September 2024 13:35, UK

Coldplay have announced six UK shows for next year, and say they are the only gigs they will perform in Europe in 2025.

Two of the dates are in Hull - the first time the band have ever played in the city - with 50% of the tickets reserved for local fans.

Those with a HU, YO, DN or LN postcode will be able to buy tickets the evening before they go on general sale.

The remaining four dates are for Wembley Stadium in London.

In a world first for a stadium show, the Wembley gigs will be powered entirely by solar, wind and kinetic energy.

All the concerts are scheduled for August.

Tickets go on general sale at 9am on 27 September.

Fans who pre-order the band's new album, Moon Music, will gain access to a ticket pre-sale on the morning of 26 September.

Coldplay will also be making a limited number of affordable £20 tickets available via Ticketmaster on 22 November.

'It will stop venues closing'

The band added 10% of the proceeds from the gigs will go to Music Venue Trust, a UK charity that supports grassroots music venues.

Recent anger over the price of Oasis reunion tickets shooting up by hundreds of pounds after fans had waited for hours to buy them has highlighted excessive ticket costs at a time when many smaller venues are struggling to stay open.

The fury over dynamic pricing has led the government and the UK's competition watchdog to pledge they will investigate further .

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Responding to Coldplay's donation, Mark Davyd, CEO of Music Venue Trust, said it was "fantastic" to see Coldplay "celebrating their own pathway to Wembley by giving back to the grassroots music venues that supported them".

He added: "The band's support really will stop venues closing, make tours happen and bring the joy of live music to thousands of people."

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Kinetic flooring and power bikes

As well as solar, wind and kinetic energy powering the Wembley concerts, one of the satellite stages at each show will also be fully powered by energy generated by the audience via kinetic flooring and power bikes.

Coldplay have been touring their record-breaking Music Of The Spheres World Tour for two years and will be taking it to Australia later this year. It is the biggest tour by any group ever, according to Billboard.

In June, the eco-conscious band announced that the tour has so far produced 59% less CO2 emissions than their previous stadium tour in 2016/17.

They also revealed that 9 million trees have been planted, with a further million to be planted before the end of the year.

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Coldplay, made up of members Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman and Will Champion, formed in 1997 in London after meeting at University College London.

One of the best-selling music acts of all time, they have released nine studio albums and are best known for their tracks Yellow, Clocks, Fix You, Viva La Vida and Something Just Like This.

Coldplay will play Craven Park Stadium in Hull on the 18 and 19 August 2025. They will play Wembley Stadium on the 22, 23, 26, 27, 30 and 31 August.

The ticket pre-sale starts on Thursday 26 September, with the general sale starting on Friday 27 September.

Their album, Moon Music, is out on Friday 4 October.

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Coldplay at Etihad Stadium Manchester 2023 – stage times, support act, tickets and setlist

It's a massive gig for the city - here's what you need to know if you're heading down.

Coldplay will finally touch down in Manchester this month for their long-awaited Music of the Spheres World Tour.

The group, fronted by Chris Martin, will be performing a whopping four nights at the 60,000-capacity Etihad Stadium, home ground of Manchester City.

It’s the first time they’ve brought this tour to the city, choosing London and Glasgow on last year’s run of shows.

Coldplay are one of the most successful and popular bands of the last three decades, with nine albums and endless sold-out concerts in their back catalogue.

They’re also famed for putting on a staggering live show.

This 2023 tour promises to be as environmentally beneficial as possible . They’ve even added a kinetic dance floor that harvests energy from the audience’s dancing, and installed electricity-generating pedal bikes so that the crowd can recharge the band’s battery by having a little cycle.

If you’re heading to see Coldplay at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, here’s everything you need to know.

When are Coldplay performing in Manchester?

Coldplay will be taking over the Etihad Stadium for FOUR nights – quite a feat.

They’ll be performing on Wednesday 31 May, Thursday 1 June, Saturday 3 June and Sunday 4 June.

Are there still Coldplay tickets available?

Demand for tickets when they went on sale was phenomenally high – fans reported being in 400,000-strong virtual queues .

So as you might expect, tickets are extremely hard to come by at this point.

At the time of writing, there was one single, lonely seat left in the entire venue for the band’s opening show – and absolutely nothing for subsequent dates.

Keep checking See Tickets here for any last-minute releases.

And if you try to buy tickets second-hand, make sure you’re using a reputable resale site so you don’t get caught out by scammers.

Who is supporting Coldplay in Manchester?

Coldplay have called upon the phenomenally talented Glasgow group Chvrches to be their main support act in Manchester.

The trio, fronted by Lauren Mayberry, are famed for hit singles including Get Out, The Mother We Share, and Gun.

Naturally, for a gig of this scale, one support act won’t do – Coldplay will also be supported by Manchester electronic-indie band Porij.

Each of their songs feels like a love letter to the Hacienda rave scene and bands which came before like New Order.

Read more: The top 30 Manchester bands of all time, officially ranked by The Manc Audio

What are the stage times?

According to the Man City site, these are the stage times for Colplay and their support acts.

• Campus opening time – 2pm
• Doors open – 5pm
• Porij – 6pm-6.30pm
• Chvrches – 7pm-7.45pm
• Coldplay – 8.15pm-10.15pm

What’s the expected setlist?

Setlists will always be subject to change as artists hone their live show, but this is what Coldplay played on their most recent gig in Barcelona.

Higher Power Adventure of a Lifetime Paradise The Scientist Viva la Vida Something Just Like This (The Chainsmokers & Coldplay cover) Magic What’s Love Got to Do With It (Graham Lyle cover) (with Lauren Mayberry) Charlie Brown Yellow Human Heart People of the Pride Clocks Infinity Sign Hymn for the Weekend Aeterna My Universe (Coldplay x BTS cover) A Sky Full of Stars Sunrise Bamboléo (Gipsy Kings cover) (with Gipsy Kings) Nel blu, dipinto di blu (Domenico Modugno cover) (with Gipsy Kings) Humankind Fix You Biutyful

How to get to the Etihad Stadium

Public-transport wise, the Metrolink is the most direct way to get to the Etihad Stadium (and its dedicated tram stop Etihad Campus), which is just a few stops away from Manchester Piccadilly.

Both Holt Town and Velopark Metrolink stops, located on either side of the Etihad Campus stop, will not be open for at least an hour after an event at the stadium.

The trams will be very busy though, and the weather looks good, so you might prefer to walk – it’s around a 30 minute stroll from town with this safe walking route recommended.

If you need to drive, official car parking is priced at £25 for cars, £50 for coaches, and £40 for mini buses.

There are unofficial car parks near the stadium too but make sure you’re not getting ripped off.

Weather forecast in Manchester for Coldplay

Oh guys, you’re in luck – for once in its life Manchester has a stunning weather forecast for the entire run of Coldplay shows.

It’s set to be sunny with highs of 19 degrees on Wednesday and Thursday, then there’s more sunshine with a high of 20 degrees on Saturday and Sunday. Glorious.

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As much as we love escaping the hustle of Manchester for some fresh air, we don’t like to stray TOO far.

So finding a patch of green on the outskirts of the region that happens to have sweeping views of home is absolutely ideal.

And what makes it even better is a gorgeous sunset.

Recently, people have started falling back in love with the views from one particular sunset hotspot in Greater Manchester, which handily has a great pub too.

We are of course talking about Werneth Low in Tameside, a country park where you can soak in views of the entire Manchester city centre skyline.

From way up here you can see the familiar shapes of Deansgate Square, Beetham Tower, the Manchester Town Hall, the Arndale and the Etihad Stadium.

As Werneth Low is west-facing, you get perfect views of the sunset over Manchester.

In fact it’s so beautiful, a few people in the comments of this video thought it was LA…

Werneth Low itself officially became a country park in 1980 – but prior to that it had been protected as a lasting tribute to the 710 men from the local area who died in World War One.

There are miles of footpaths to explore in this pretty country park, but if you want to find the view that will take your breath away, you need to head across to Werneth Low Road.

Here you’ll also find The Hare & Hounds pub, a handsome old building that dates back to 1728.

The rustic pub calls itself a gateway to the Peak District and sits right alongside the well-trodden Trans Pennine Trail.

From the inside, it’s all exposed beams, low ceilings and open fires, but outside is where the real treat is – those panoramic views.

As you look out across Manchester, you’ll be able to see FIVE different counties, and even the dark silhouette of the Welsh mountains on very clear days.

So Werneth Low (and its views of Manchester) has clearly always been popular with Tameside locals, walkers, families, and Mancs in the know, but lately it’s found a new fame through social media.

Platforms like TikTok are suddenly peppered with young people discovering this beautiful spot.

@charliefloydsadventures You better belive me when i tellyou “I know a spot” 👏🏼🙌🏼 #sunset #sunsetlover #sunsetbeach #sunsethike #wernethlowsunset #wernethlow #manchester #mamtorsunrise ♬ original sound – charliefloydsadventures

And it’ll really come into its own in the next month when Bonfire Night returns – you can see countless fireworks displays from up here.

If you want to make a proper walk of it before soaking in the sunset views of Manchester, this 3.5km circular on All Trails should steer you right.

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@sophsandella told her I was feeling anxious & she immediately took me here 🥹 #manchester #wernethlow #citylife #femalefriendship #girlhood ♬ الصوت الأصلي – انمار جاكسون

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Listen, we here at The Manc and Audio North have been to a fair few gigs in our day, and heavy ones at that – we’re fortunate to have a fair few happy headbangers in our office – but we’re not sure many things encapsulate a proper rock show like seeing Frank Carter and the actual Sex Pistols.

You know, as you do…

When we first heard that the legendary punk band were not only back on tour over 16 years after their last handful of festival sets (and nearly in their 70s, by the way) but bringing the ex-Gallows and current Rattlesnakes frontman along for the ride, it felt like we’d be asked one of those dream lineup questions.

As the literal godfathers of the genre and entire movement that changed the face of music here in the UK and all over the world, there are very few people who could even attempt to fill the shoes of Johnny Rotten, but at times it genuinely felt like there’d never been anyone else other than Frank f***ing Carter .

Limited-run shows like these are obviously always going to be special and watching the last remaining Sex Pistols members play their iconic Never Mind The Bollocks album in full to what we can only describe as one of the most mixed crowds you’ll ever come across.

Now, we’re fully aware that the Pistols pre-date us by some way and, of course, there were A LOT of dads and old punk-rockers with multi-coloured mohawks to be seen, but much like we’re hoping with those upcoming Oasis reunion gigs, there were a lot of young fans filling out the front rows.

But no matter what age group they belonged to, the Manchester crowd did us proud as it always does and even at some of the rowdiest metal gigs we’ve been to in the past, we have never seen so much crowd-surfing, circle pits and all-round chaos.

It was nothing short of utterly delightful and, we have to say, a lot of the thanks has to go ‘Franky Boy’, as he was affectionately referred to throughout the show.

Once again, I don’t think we can overstate how hard it is to follow in the footsteps of arguably one of the greatest albeit controversial frontmen of all time, but somehow the 40-year-old made it look effortless.

Actually, that’s a lie: if you’ve ever seen Frank Carter live you’ll know how much energy goes into those sets and we think of ‘blood, sweat and tears’ performances, he’s pretty much the epitome of it.

Nevertheless, what we’re trying to say is that these now-legendary one-offs/revival/comeback shows, whatever you want to call them, simply couldn’t have happened without him – certainly not at this level, anyway. In fact, we’d go so far as to say he was born to play this role.

You could tell the boys know it too; not only have they put their faith in him but you can tell they’ve already struck a lifelong friendship, as they beckoned their lead singer back from the mosh multiple times by simply saying, “Frankie baby, we miss you.”

The man himself has made no secret of how much of a dream come true being chosen for this tour. He recently wrote to his followers: “In case anyone was wondering what it’s like to share the stage with these three legends… Pure joy.”

He went on to add, “It’s not lost on me how lucky I am to be up here and I cherish every moment of it… Every single show feels special and I am having the time of my f***ing life” – and so were we. Frank actually spent what felt like half of the gig in the crowd and you just don’t get over moments like that.

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It has to be said too that Paul Cook, Steve Jones and Glen Matlock don’t seem like they’ve missed one single beat even after all this time.

In terms of the tunes that went the hardest, we’re still not over the pure surrealness of hearing those opening notes of ‘Holidays in the Sun’, ‘No Feelings’ and ‘God Save the Queen’ were obvious favourites but it will surprise absolutely no one to hear that ‘Anarchy in the UK’ was the perfect closer.

We limped out of Manchester Academy with a couple of bruises to show for it and probably smelling like a bin fire, but if you’re asking us whether nearly losing a tooth whilst hugging a dozen random blokes in leather and/or denim was worth it, yes, it absolutely was.

In fact, rather than pretend this is much of an actual muso review (that doesn’t feel very Sex Pistols or particularly punk) we’ll go one further and declare that as possibly the most raucous gig we’ve ever been to – and it’s all Frank Carter’s wonderful f***ing fault.

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Its popularity sparked from constant reinvention and adaptation to the unpredictable pop music climate. Today, Coldplay continues to set a new standard for up-and-coming musicians. Artists often follow in the group’s footsteps, hoping to leave behind a legacy as strong as theirs. With more albums on the way, the band is undoubtedly ready to reinvigorate their sound all over again.

Coldplay began when lead vocalist Chris Martin and guitarist Jonny Buckland met during orientation week for their studies at University College London in 1996. Originally called Pectoralz, the band included Guy Berryman on bass and Will Champion on drums. Over the years, the group took on other unique titles like Starfish before eventually becoming Coldplay.

The band had a major breakthrough with their hugely popular single “Yellow” in 2000. It broke into the UK Top 5 and paved the way for Coldplay’s debut album, Parachutes, released through Parlophone Records. The album launched the band to commercial success and critical acclaim, receiving multi-platinum status and many highly revered awards, including two Brit awards for Best British Group and Best British Album. Coldplay also received recognition from the Recording Academy and won a Grammy for Best Alternative Music Album in 2002.

Coldplay followed Parachutes up with A Rush of Blood to the Head in 2002, spawning several hit singles, including “In My Place,” “Clocks,” and “The Scientist.” The band supported their sophomore album with increasingly extensive and elaborate live shows as they toured across five continents, including performances at Glastonbury Festival, Australia’s Hordern Pavilion, and the 2003 MTV Video Music Awards.

The group subsequently released the album X&Y in 2005, which became the best-selling LP of the year thanks to hit singles like “Speed of Sound,” “Fix You,” and “Talk.” Three years later, Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends was produced by the infamous Brian Eno and became one of the most successful albums in UK music history. Tracks like “Violet Hill” and “Viva la Vida” helped heighten Coldplay’s versatile discography.

Ahead of Coldplay’s fifth studio release, the band debuted the lead single “Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall” and secured various headlining festival slots at Glastonbury, T in the Park, Austin City Limits Music Festival, and Lollapalooza. Mylo Xyloto arrived in October 2011, topping the charts in over 34 countries and gaining impressive accolades in the music industry.

In early 2014, Coldplay released the singles “Midnight” and “Magic” ahead of their next record, Ghost Stories. The album received mixed-to-positive reviews and quickly topped the charts in the UK, US, and more.

Throughout a highly illustrious and esteemed career, Coldplay has garnered eight Brit Awards, five MTV Video Music Awards, and seven Grammy Awards from 25 nominations. The band has sold over 80 million records worldwide because of its dynamic approach to each new album.

In 2020, Coldplay set out to make a groundbreaking record. Music of the Spheres became a legendary addition to their discography, taking the music world by storm thanks to the lead single “Higher Power.” The Max Martin-produced track further cemented Coldplay’s influence on the pop genre.

A collaboration with one of K-pop’s most notable boy bands took them further. “My Universe” featured BTS’s star power and Coldplay’s knack for reenergized pop production. After the track quickly skyrocketed to the top, Music of the Spheres appealed to a new generation.

Another exciting feature from Selena Gomez on “Let Somebody Go” reinforced the record’s bold message: Human connections keep people together while differences, unfortunately, push them apart. For many music fans, this heartfelt statement was essential to hear. Ultimately, the band’s ninth studio album easily hit number one in the UK. As one of the fastest-selling UK LPs in 2021, it marked another iconic achievement for Coldplay.

With most of the live music industry on hold from 2020 to 2021, postponed tour dates became the norm. Every fan’s desire to see their favorite band began to resurge in the new year. Coldplay had the perfect solution for their loyal supporters.

Besides their global tour, the group provided a live broadcast of their Buenos Aires gig at River Plate Stadium. Dedicated listeners got to see the Music of the Spheres tour up close and personal in the comfort of their hometown theater. Multiple screenings allowed fans to witness the high-energy Argentina concert and paved the way for a more accessible concert experience, especially in the post-pandemic era.

After nearly 25 years together, Coldplay remains a force to be reckoned with. A one-of-a-kind sound, inspirational lyrics, and vibrant live shows effortlessly capture the magic of this revolutionary band. Not to mention, the group’s star-studded collection of top-notch collabs with Beyoncé, Rihanna, Tove Lo, and many others seal the deal on their music legend status. Additional work with well-known music producers like Max Martin and Rik Simpson is also a solid accomplishment.

Live reviews

I had always heard Coldplay were a fantastic band to see live. They did not disappoint last night at Fedex Field, right in the midst of their joyous and decidedly over-the-top Head Full of Dreams tour.

The show began with an explosion of color and light (including the LED wristbands supplied to every concertgoer) in the titular track on the band's touring album. Then came fan-favorite "Yellow," followed by "Every Teardrop is a Waterfall," the ever-popular "The Scientist," and "Birds" (the latter was a bit of a personal disappointment as it replaced the brilliant "God Put a Smile Upon Your Face" from recent setlists). This part of the show finished with the anthem "Paradise," featuring an incredible remix outro.

Next the show slowed down for an intimate trio of songs (most of us actually took a seat). This included one of the better tracks from the sub-par "Ghost Stories", "Magic."

Soon, however, things picked up with the timeless piano strokes of "Clocks," themed to a magical red light show. Next came the lighthearted "Charlie Brown." Before it began, lead singer Chris Martin asked everyone to put away their phones and simply enjoy the show. This was followed by the radio hit "Hymn for the Weekend," a candlelit (okay...Iphone flashlight lit) "Fix You," and "Viva la Vida." This last one was remarkable, as nearly the entire stadium knew the lyrics and sang along to the triumphant "Oh-oh-ohhhh" chant. The groovy "Adventure of a Lifetime" finished off this section, featuring Chris gettin' down with the audience, asking everyone to "Get low!"

Then came the highlight of the night for me: an acoustic quad of older (*cough* better *cough*) Coldplay songs which were as intimate as they were nostalgic. The lovely riffs of "In my Place" started off the set. "Don't Panic" was sung by drummer Will Champion; it's one of my favorites. But it couldn't top what was (for me) the best song of the night: "Trouble." Somber but beautiful in its own way, "Trouble" is a rare find in the setlists of today's Coldplay and was absolutely fantastic. Finally came another rare gem: "Green Eyes," which was somewhat marred by Chris's well-intentioned attempt at giving the local Redskins some luck (HA! what folly) by changing the lyrics.

The finale of the show was the hopeful and popular trio of "Something Just like This," "A Sky Full of Stars," and "Up and Up." This last track was played against the backdrop of the magical and visually stunning music video for the song.

And if there were two adjectives to sum up the show as a whole, they would be just that: magical and visually stunning. Thanks for an awesome show, Coldplay!

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If you're wondering what to expect from Coldplay, expect the best show of your life! This was my first time seeing Coldplay at the Royal Albert Hall in London and I have to say this was one of best nights of my life. No exaggeration. They performed many of their most popular classics such as "Fix you" and "The Scientist" and pretty much all of my favourites "Charlie Brown" and "Every Teardrop is a Waterfall" including new tracks from their latest album, Ghost Stories. The atmosphere was incredible; I've never experienced anything like it in comparison. You just had to be there! Coldplay had you dancing out of your seats for their upbeat tracks such as "Sky Full Of Stars" and hearing their more mellow tracks like "True Love" was just simply beautiful and enchanting. Their playlist for the night was definitely on point and well connected with the crowd and us fans. The stage was right in the center so I'm pretty sure everyone had a great view, it was all set up very well and the lighting looked brilliant. And as for my most memorable experience? The whole gig! There was a point at the end of "God Put a Smile Upon Your Face" when Chris Martin literally threw his electric guitar in the air and let it smash the floor for an epic finish, everyone went crazy!!! Coldplay has been a strong British iconic band for many years now, they know how to put on a show and they honestly do give it their all. Me and my friend are proud to say that we was there that night, last thing I have to say is that if you ever get the chance to see Coldplay live, grab your tickets and grab them quick! I promise you, you won't be disappointed in the slightest. Prepare to be blown away!

This was my second time seeing Coldplay, and both times were amazing. The song choice was great, with a mix of classic hits ("Yellow", "The Scientist", "Viva la Vida", "Paradise"( old favourites ("Til Kingdom Come", and "Shiver" being played upon request), and newer, more high energy songs off "A Head Full of Dreams".

The Xylobands were a hit again, really making a spectacular light show along with various other effects, and colourful balloons being released into the crowd. The whole audience was just so full of energy thanks to the band's performance. Since it was raining heavily, the roof had to be covered, which meant no fireworks, but the band still delivered an amazing show despite this.

Frontman Chris Martin always creates a great atmosphere, with enthusiasm and positivity, like carrying the country's flag in his back pocket, and apologising for the fact that, as he put it, "Britain did something pretty stupid last week..." and just generally making the crowd feel great with humour and honesty. All of the band members just look really comfortable with each other and deliver a really great performance together.

Tributes were very nicely and elegantly paid to Muhammad Ali and David Bowie, and the final song, "Up & Up", ended the concert on a really positive note, and I would definitely recommend Coldplay to anyone who has the chance to see them play live.

There is little in this world that compares to a Coldplay concert. Exhilarating, energetic and euphoric are just some of the words that can be used to describe what one experiences when Chris Martin and band take to the stage.

One of my most memorable concert experiences ever, when Coldplay played the Emirates Stadium back in 2012, it was simply astounding. Extravagant production and simply phenomenal live music, it became clear to me why tickets for these shows trade hands for thousands and why fans travel far and wide.

Hearing 60,000 people sing word for word hit singles such as Paradise, Fix You and Princess of China made the hairs on my arms stand on end, so one can only imagine how this must feel for the band.

Their track record speaks for itself. Eight Brit Awards, seven Grammys, six number one albums and 60 million record sales make Coldplay’s success undeniable and they continue to reign as one of the world’s biggest bands. The reason behind this success becomes clear at a live show.

As a live act, Coldplay have achieved things that others have not. They are truly in a league of their own and this can only be understood when you witness this for yourself. I have tried but my words simply cannot capture the magic.

First of all I need to just say wow! Wow! Yesterday I experienced one of the greatest nights of my life. Yesterday I really did feel like I was part of something special, something so big and beautiful. The love, the happiness and the excaitment people were feeling last night were something you can't put words on. We stood in the rain for so many hours, we sat in a que and then we stood in the rain again.. but let me just say that when Coldplay came on stage they put on the best god damn show ever. You could really feel their thankfulness during the show. They promised us (in Chris Martins own words) "The best fucking show ever" and let me tell you it was! During the night I got to experience people from different countries dancing and singing along together, I got to experience that moment when Chris decided to write a new song about Sweden and Gothenburg! The night was amazing in so many ways. And just as he said during the night, that he believes when people are working together and last night everybody in that arena stood together. We celebrated the music, the evening and most of all we celebrated the love. Because in the end of the day Love is what matters and it will always win.

Yesterday was beautiful, just pure beautiful!

Since the release of Coldplay's fifth album 'Mylo Xyloto' the emphasis of their live show appears to be on the theatrics and the avant-garde. An album so super charged with power pop it was considered a substitute to red bull, the band quickly substituted the tender subtleties of 'Shivers' for the brass tones of 'Charlie Brown' and 'Hurts Like Heaven'. These new tracks are undoubtedly anthemic yet the visual displays and complexing stage layouts slightly detract from the musicianship of the quartet. Whilst performing the more downtempo and emotive tracks from break up album 'Ghost Stories' Chris Martin's vocal sounds notably weak during 'Magic' and all of the pyro-techniques and visuals cannot hide this.

They recover with some classics including 'The Scientist' which is sang back in force by the crowds and the flawless 'Every Teardrop is A Waterfall' closes the main set in a suitably euphoric manner. However the choice to return with the floundering and flat 'anthem' 'Sky Full of Stars' which Chris consistently fails to deliver vocally seems a poor way to close a tour from one of the world's most esteemed pop/rock bands. It leaves the audiences wondering if 'Mylo Xyloto' was a particular career pinnacle for the band.

A Coldplay concert is a real face to face experience for a someone who love their songs. It may not be an intimate experience but considering the legions of fans that they have only a concert can accommodate everyone who are waiting all their lives for a chance to hear them live. and they never disappoint. A total performance complete with lasers and light and firework BUT without much fanfare, just them singing & playing their hearts OUT song after song alone or in harmony with the fans some crying, most gleefully dancing to their upbeat song or swaying OR slow dancing to slow Fix You or Yellow and probably thinking of someone they "cannot replace". Chris Martin is an awesome guy and so are the rest of the band. May their personal lives be as awesome as their professional lives, they deserve that too. as to Singapore, it may not be as engaging as it would be in the Philippines but hey, no one can complain; i had the best time celebrating my birthday in one of the best stadium this side of town with around 50K Coldpay fans celebrating with me :) :). Long live Coldplay, may you continue to bring joy to you fans worldwide. Looking forward to another Coldplay concert experience in the future.

Most AMAZING show I've EVER seen. I've seen some legends. The Who, BB King, Depeche Mode five times, the Cute, Social Distortion, Blue October, many, many more. Coldplay blew them ALL away by far, and I even had crappy seats. I see them again in Philly in August, and I'm counting down the days! Fireworks! The bracelets lit up and changed colors with the stage lighting. Michael J Fox made a special guest appearance playing "Earth Angel" and "Johnny B Good" with the band. He was spectacular!! The show lasted just over two hours, but it felt like it had just started. Chris Martin may very well be the greatest front man of all time. He can work a crowd, even the stuffed shirts, like nobody's business. Coldplay is my favorite band for a reason, only a few of them listed above. They're all classically trained musicians. All of them multi-instrumentalists. Songs range from ballads to get up on your feet and jump around beats! AMAZING show, AMAZING band! I love you Guy, Jonny, Will, and Chris. Please keep doing what you're doing.

Piece of para paraa paradise in Berlin!!! It was one of the best shows in my life (if it comes to visual effects), all of these confetti, colourful powders in the air, and big baloons! One big WOW. Chris and his band were so joyful, funny and relaxed. I always thought he has a nice voice, nothing spectacular, just "quite normal voice". That's my opinion. And after the show I'm not going to change that. Instruments were great, his voice was cool, that's it. But songs were just awesome, I loved that! Especially the older ones like Paradise, The Scientist, Princess of China (ft. Rihanna, I was sooo happy to hear that song!), Fix you, etc. Of course there were many occasions to dance when you heard Hymn for The Weekend (AMAZING, with additional techno(?)dance remixes), Adventure of a lifetime, viva la vida or sky full of stars. My rate from 1 to 5 is 4+. Great atmosphere, great people, I had fun and I definitely want to see Coldplay again! :)

Coldplay. What can I say? They are masters of the stadium experience. The fireworks and the LED wrist bands that lit up the stadium and made you feel part of the show, not just watching it.The lightshow, the lasers, the ambiance.

We didn't have the best spot to see the whole thing, but enough room to dance and see them when the got onto the runway- to enjoy the star/ leaf confetti the trade off for not being able to see the whole thing in from afar- so the highlight for me was when they came OFF the stage, passed by where I was standing on a path cut out by security guards and then sang Kingdom Come, only feet away- a song I used to play on my guitar and my son plays- who is presently in NYC- and THAT was my highlight. A beautiful song without all the flashing lights, a song close to me and my family.

They are humble and they are fabulous musicians. They can make you laugh and sing and dance and cry.Keep on doing what you do.Please.

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Coldplay tickets: prices for 2025 UK tour revealed – here’s how to register

The British rockers’ Music of the Spheres World Tour will arrive in London and Hull next August and September

Last week Coldplay announced a massive 2025 tour of the UK, featuring 10 shows at London’s Wembley Stadium and another two at Hull’s Craven Park Stadium. Following Chris Martin and co’s dazzling Glastonbury headline set , it’s no wonder that demand for the shows is so exceptionally high.

Coldplay’s London and Hull shows in 2025 won’t just be huge: they’ll also be a bit different from typical stadium gigs. The band says that the shows will be 100 percent powered by renewable energy, and that 10 percent of proceeds will go towards supporting grassroots music venues with the Music Venue Trust.

And now prices have been confirmed for Coldplay’s London and Hull stadium gigs. Here’s everything you need to know, from price brackets and presale to the band’s support for the MVT.

How much are Coldplay tickets?

Coldplay tickets at Wembley and Hull will cost this much:

• General admission standing – £112.75
• Seated tickets – £57.75-£195.25
• VIP packages (including early entry) – from £220

On top of this, the band will be offering a limited number of ‘Infinity’ tickets for just £20. However, these must be bought in pairs, and there’s a limit of two per purchaser. 

When do general tickets go on sale?

General sale is at 9am on Friday September 27.

What about Infinity tickets?

‘Infinity’ tickets will go on sale long after general sale, at 12pm on Friday November 22.

How to register for presale

Fans who pre-ordered Coldplay’s new album Moon Music (out October 4) will get presale access. However, you need to have bought from the Coldplay website before 11.59pm on Tuesday September 24 to get access to a presale at 9am on Thursday September 26. If you didn’t already order the record, it’s unfortunately now too late. If you already pre-ordered the album, you’ll have received a presale code with instructions from 5pm on Wednesday September 25. Each access code can buy up to six tickets. 

It’s worth noting that the presale today (Thursday September 26) didn’t quite go off without a hitch. Fans reported that Ticketmaster wasn’t showing presale links. The issue appears to have since been resolved. The band also announced two further London dates with presale kicking off at 2.30pm. 

For ‘Infinity’ tickets, you’ll need to sign up here .

Coldplay’s Hull shows will have an additional period of sale for local residents. Those with HU, YO, DN or LN postcodes will be able to buy on Ticketmaster on Thursday September 26 at 6pm. 

Find tickets  on Ticketmaster here .

Confirmed UK tour dates

There are 10 UK tour dates confirmed by Coldplay so far for 2025. Here are those in full.

• Hull, Craven Park Stadium: August 18 and 19
• London, Wembley Stadium: August 22, 23, 26, 27, 30 and 31, September 3, 4, 7 and 8

Where does the money from tickets go?

For all eight shows, 10 percent of proceeds will go to the Music Venue Trust. The MVT is a registered UK charity which supports grassroots venues across the country.

The MVT’s Music Venue Properties (MVP) project is an attempt to take venues back into community hands. If you’re interested in finding out more about the organisation’s work, you can read a Time Out feature on MVPs here .

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Coldplay announce support acts for UK and European shows

Including Griff, Ibibio Sound Machine and Laura Mvula

Coldplay have announced the acts that will be supporting them on the UK and European run of their  ‘Music For The Spheres’ world tour.

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The band’s  2022 world stadium tour comes with an emphasis on environmental sustainability , and began with a gig at the Estadio Nacional in the Costa Rican capital San Jose on March 18.

H.E.R. and London Grammar were previously announced as special guests on the tour, alternating dates across Europe and the UK.

Now, Alli Neumann, Gaumar, Griff , Ibibio Sound Machine, Laura Mvula , Lous And The Yakuza, Mery Spolsky, Nina Nesbitt and Zoe Wees have been added as opening acts.

European dates for the tour begin in July and UK dates in August, including six shows at London’s Wembley Stadium. See the full dates below and  find tickets to their upcoming UK dates here .

We're very pleased to announce the opening acts for this summer’s UK / European dates. #MusicOfTheSpheresWorldTour pic.twitter.com/XqsMQkveeO — Coldplay (@coldplay) June 1, 2022

Discussing the idea behind the tour, Coldplay said in a statement: “We’re very conscious that the planet is facing a climate crisis. So we’ve spent the last two years consulting with environmental experts to make this tour as sustainable as possible, and, just as importantly, to harness the tour’s potential to push things forward.”

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They added: “We won’t get everything right, but we’re committed to doing everything we can and sharing what we learn. It’s a work in progress and we’re really grateful for the help we’ve had so far. If you’d like to come to a show and sing with us, we’re so excited to see you.”

In May, the band launched a special app to accompany their world tour to help their fans plan low-carbon and sustainable travel routes to and from their shows.

Elsewhere, the band were among a number of high-profile names that signed an open letter last month urging world leaders to take action on the pressing affairs of extreme poverty and climate change.

In the letter , they – and dozens more – call on billionaires, industry magnates, leaders of wealthy countries (such as those in the G7 and G20), and other people of significant influence “to step up by fully committing the funding necessary to tackle the challenges we face”.

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Coldplay ticket row: Mumbai lawyer takes BookMyShow to court for alleged scam

Coldplay is set to perform at navi mumbai's dy patil sports stadium in three shows - january 18-19 and 21, as part of the music of the spheres world tour..

The highly-anticipated return of award-winning band Coldplay to India has been overshadowed by controversy surrounding concert ticket sales. According to News18 , a Mumbai-based lawyer has filed a complaint with the Economic Offences Wing (EOW), alleging that ticketing giant BookMyShow and event organizer Live Nation Entertainment are involved in a large-scale ticket scam related to the upcoming India concert. Also read : Woman's video calling out queue 'scam' at Book My Show gets 4 million views, Coldplay fans say ‘it happened to us too’

The allegations are around the ticket sales for the three-day musical event scheduled for January 2025 in Mumbai. Tickets for the event went live on September 22, on BookMyShow. They are the official ticketing partner for the band’s India shows.

As per News18, the lawyer has initiated legal action against BookMyShow over alleged Coldplay ticket scam in India. Now, he is planning to file a PIL before Bombay High Court.

Amit Vyas, the Founder Partner of Vertices Partners, claimed that the platform manipulated the access by either blocking users or forcibly logging them out, and he feels it enabled bots and black-market operators.

In the complaint, he also shared that the tickets which were marked as sold out on the platform, later appeared on resale platforms such Viagogo at a higher price. Amit stressed that it is a “blatant violation of consumer rights and various provisions of Indian Criminal Law”.

Now, EOW has initiated the investigation into the matter.

In the coming days, Amit is planning to file a First Information Report (FIR) under multiple sections, including organised crime, cheating, and criminal conspiracy. He also plans to submit a public interest litigation (PIL) petition before the Bombay High Court with a request to come up with strict guidelines for such large-scale events.

BookMyShow reacts

After the backlash due to the ticket sales, on Tuesday, BookMyShow had issued a statement on X, not only condemning ticket scalping and distancing itself from unauthorized sellers. They also urged fans to avoid purchasing tickets from these platforms, warning of the risk of counterfeit tickets and financial loss.

In its official statement regarding the resale of Coldplay India tour tickets, the platform said, "BookMyShow has no association with any ticket selling/reselling platforms such as Viagogo and Ginsberg or third party individuals for the purpose of reselling of Coldplay's Music Of The Spheres World Tour 2025 in India."

The platform added, “We urge you not to fall victim to these scams. Any tickets bought from unauthorised sources will be at the risk of the consumer, and can turn out to be fake tickets. Beware of such scammers.”

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Coldplay is set to perform at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Sports Stadium in three shows - January 18-19 and 21, as part of the Music Of The Spheres World Tour. The British rock band, which comprises of Chris Martin , Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion, is known for the chartbusters like Fix You, Viva La Vida, and Hymn for the Weekend. The band enjoys a considerable following in India. The performance will mark their return to India after eight years.

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Coldplay Breaks Taylor Swift’s Record With 10 Concert Dates at London’s Wembley Stadium

Coldplay has extended their residency at London’s Wembley Stadium to 10 concerts, meaning that they will surpass Taylor Swift ’s current record.

Swift, 34, became the first solo artist to play at Wembley eight times in a single tour after bringing The Eras Tour to London this summer — overtaking a record Michael Jackson set during his  Bad Tour  back in 1988.  Swift performed for sold-out crowds at the venue throughout June and August, and still retains the record for most dates by any solo artist or international artist.

Coldplay — which features Chris Martin , Guy Berryman, Phil Harvey, Will Champion and Jonny Buckland — was initially slated to follow suit with the same number of shows in August 2025 on their Music of the Spheres tour. The band announced on Thursday, September 26, that they added two more performances.

“Due to phenomenal demand in the presale, ninth and tenth Wembley Stadium shows have just been announced, for 7 & 8 September, 2025,” an Instagram statement read. “The presale for these extra shows will begin at 2.30pm BST today, to those with presale access. The presale for the first eight Wembley shows has now ended. The general sale for all UK shows will begin tomorrow at 9am BST.”

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Of course, there’s no bad blood between Coldplay and Swift. Martin, 47, frequently covered Swift’s hits during the summer leg of his band’s tour.

During their August 21 show in Vienna, Martin performed “Love Story” with opening act Maggie Rogers as a tribute to Swift’s fans who were unable to attend The Eras Tour due to a thwarted terrorist plot. (Tour organizers canceled the shows days in advance after the threat was discovered. Swift returned to the stage later that month for her last five shows at Wembley.)

“If this is not good, please don’t put it on YouTube because I don’t want to get in trouble with Taylor,” Martin quipped on stage. “And if you could sing with us, that would be wonderful.”

In July, Martin dedicated his song “Everglow” to Swift in Germany. Swift had performed in Gelsenkirchen, Hamburg and Munich that same month.

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“This is for Taylor Swift because she left town,” he joked. “This is for all of you who feel sad today because Taylor had to go to the next city. So we sing this love song, this heartbreak song, and send it to Taylor wherever she is today.”

The feeling is mutual for Swift, who once credited Martin for her decision to join The Voice as a “mega-mentor” in 2014.

“I’d seen that Chris Martin had done it and Chris is one of my favorite frontman of one of my favorite bands,” Swift told E! News at the time. “So I went and researched what he had done … and when NBC reached out to me, I thought you had to watch people and tell them whether they’re good or bad and it’s not that at all. It’s much more interesting and fun and kind of freestyle than that. So I’m having the best time!”

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Couldn't Get Coldplay Concert Tickets In India? Blogger Explains Why It's Better To Head To Abu Dhabi

Coldplay concert: the post provided a detailed breakdown of the food and travel costs of a visit to abu dhabi..

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After the frenzy around the Diljit Dosanjh concert in India, it is the Coldplay concert that's making news now. The buzz around Coldplay's upcoming concert in Mumbai has been nothing short of electric. As fans scramble to secure tickets for the popular band's three-show extravaganza in January, a viral social media post has offered a surprising alternative: a lavish trip to Abu Dhabi to catch their performance there and enjoy gourmet food too. Balram Vishwakarma, a blogger on Instagram, shared a screenshot of the Coldplay ticket booking page, highlighting the exorbitant prices being charged by "black marketers" for the Mumbai shows. Instead of spending lakhs on tickets in Mumbai, Vishwakarma suggested a more cost-effective option: a round-trip to the Middle East.

Vishwakarma wrote in the caption, "Black marketers do realise right that for 180k a person can actually pay the visa fees, take a flight to Abu Dhabi, stay in a pretty kickass hotel for two nights, get gourmet meals, buy Coldplay tickets, come back home and still be left with 10k." He also provided a detailed breakdown of the costs involved, including flights, accommodation, meals, transportation, and even tickets for the Coldplay concert in Abu Dhabi:

• Flights: Rs 22,000 (return)
• 3-star premium hotels: Rs 35,000 (2 nights)
• Gourmet Meals at premium places: Rs 20,000
• Cigarettes and Alcohol: Rs 15,000
• Airport Transfers: Rs 5,000
• Abu Dhabi City Travel: Rs 10,000 (very liberal estimate)
• Home to Mumbai Airport and back: Rs 800
• Visa: Rs 3,000 (72-hour stay)
• Coldplay Tickets: Rs 50,000 (assuming liberally the mid-tier tickets)
• Sightseeing: Rs 10,000 (viewing decks, souvenirs, etc.)
• Total: Rs 170,000 ish.

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The post quickly gained the attention of the users, sparking discussions among Coldplay fans. Many expressed their frustration with the high prices being demanded for the Mumbai shows, while others were intrigued by the idea of a luxurious trip to Abu Dhabi.

Here are some of the comments left on the post:

"Wait until you find, the lounge tickets are sold for 9lakhs each"

"Most of my friends who have been genuine die-hard fans since the beginning didn't get it and probably won't be able to afford that 3500 k that is selling for straight up 95k-1L"

"I don't know how but the cost is different every time you log in, it showed 48k to me and to my partner 60k. Insane and so shameful."

"My inner Gormint Aunty is activated"

"Do the same for Hong Kong"

"My friend, please note, a hotel in Powai, leave Navi Mumbai, is selling at 50K a night, Navi Mumbai hotels, which don't cross 10K are selling over a lakh, you haven't implemented the inflation the concert will cause."

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Vishwakarma also posted in comments a warning to those attempting to resell tickets at exorbitant prices. He explicitly stated that anyone trying to sell tickets in the comments section would be considered a scalper and would face immediate account blocking and public shaming.

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‘It’s a joke’ rage Coldplay fans as thousands miss out on Music of the Spheres Tour – here’s how you can get tickets

• Published : 9:32, 27 Sep 2024
• Updated : 12:36, 27 Sep 2024
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FURIOUS Coldplay fans have been caught up in ticket chaos for the band's Music of the Spheres UK tour.

General sale opened at 9am today and immediately the queue was more than 100,000 deep as fans clamoured to get hold of a ticket.

One person raged: "This is a joke! Cannot get through to get accessibility tickets for Coldplay! The call isn’t even connecting."

A second vented: "Seriously how many pre-sales did Coldplay sell yesterday, couldn't get them yesterday, despite having a presale now looks like ain't getting today as already says tickets are limited."

A third ranted: "Crying cuz I won’t go to Coldplay’s concert."

Another said: "Most of the tickets went to bots and resellers in the pre-sale yesterday. Ticketmaster and reselling sites all work together. It’s a scam!"

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A fifth said: "I’d have more chance of getting f**kin tickets if I went and asked Chris Martin himself than try through Ticketmaster."

Despite these complaints, the sale is still in process if fans are quick to log in and are happy to persevere with a long queue time.

Given the demand, it remains to be seen if the band will follow Oasis's lead and put on extra gigs for ballot entrants.

Last night we revealed how Coldplay have risked the wrath of Oasis when it comes to their concerts in London next summer .

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Noel and Liam Gallagher have sold out seven nights at Wembley Stadium — but Coldplay has leapfrogged them by adding an extra four gigs to their residency at the venue.

The news confirms our story from July that they’d play ten nights at Wembley.

It breaks the eight Take That did on the 2011 Progress Tour and the eight Taylor Swift had this summer.

Swift holds the records for the first solo artist and first international artist in history to ever play Wembley eight times in a single tour. She broke the record set by Michael Jackson with his Bad Tour in 1988.

A pre-sale for Coldplay’s shows sold out on Wednesday.

A music insider said: “The demand is through the roof for both Oasis and Coldplay, and they’ve always got an eye on what the other is doing.

“When Chris Martin and his band realised they could play more Wembley shows than Oasis, it did put a smile on their faces.

"There are bound to be some cheeky digs along the way as the shows get closer.”

In more bad news for Oasis, Coldplay has been named the most-played British group of the 21st century on UK radio and TV.

Licensing company PPL released its list in advance of National Album Day on October 19.

Coldplay’s music has been played more than 40,000 times, the equivalent of 13 years of airplay this century, with Viva La Vida their most popular tune.

Oasis is at No. 6, behind Queen, Take That, Little Mix, and The Beatles.