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Coldplay's Guitarist Jonny Buckland Ties the Knot
November 20, 2009 10:11:16It's a weekend wedding for Coldplay's guitarist Jonny Buckland who married his longtime girlfriend Chloe Lee-Evans on Saturday, November 14. The nuptials, as reported by Us Weekly, took place at "London's exclusive One Marylebone Road, a neo-classical church with high ceilings, chandeliers and flowers lining the room."
Jonny's bandmates Chris Martin, Will Champion and Guy Berryman were in attendance. "X Factor" contestant Daniel Pearce and his band reportedly took the stage at the reception. No other detail of the wedding has been shared with reporters though.
Lady GaGa Leads 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards Noms
September 22, 2009 10:09:30Those acts crowding the nominations list of MTV Europe Music Awards this year have been unearthed with U.S. artists in domination. One in particular is Lady GaGa who has made her triumph at recent MTV Video Music Awards. The "Just Dance" singer is taking five nominations, the same amount that Kings of Leon grab.
GaGa is placed under Best Song category for "Poker Face", Best Live Act and Best Female among others. In all three categories, she has to battle them out with Beyonce Knowles who puts up front her single "Halo". Beyonce herself is up for four nominations, one in Best Video for "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".
Nominations of 2009 MTV VMAs, Beyonce and Lady GaGa Lead the Pack
August 05, 2009 09:08:33Nomination recipients for the 26th Annual MTV Video Music Awards have been announced on August 4. And, it was revealed that both Beyonce Knowles and Lady GaGa have dominated the list with nine nods.
Out of the nine nominations Beyonce and Lady GaGa received, eight of them have the two female singers facing off against each other. Beyonce competes against Lady GaGa in such categories as Video of the Year, Best Female Video, Best Pop Video, Best Direction, Best Editing, Best Special Effects, Best Cinematography and Art Direction.
Video Premiere: Coldplay's 'Strawberry Swing'
July 20, 2009 01:07:34A music video for Coldplay's single "Strawberry Swing" has finally arrived in full after previously being made available to peek through a short snippet. It shows the band's frontman Chris Martin as an animated superhero who saves a girl kept as a hostage by a giant squirrel in a huge teacup.
"Strawberry Swing" is taken from Coldplay's 2008 studio album "Viva la Vida". The single is expected to be dropped for digital download on September 14. After being debuted on the Internet, its music video will be shown at Odeon cinemas across U.K. in front of Sacha Baron Cohen's movie "Bruno" and Sandra Bullock's film "The Proposal" starting from July 22.
Snippet of Coldplay's 'Strawberry Swing' Music Video
July 15, 2009 01:07:12While waiting for Coldplay's "Strawberry Swing" music video to arrive in full, fans can take a peek to it through its newly-found clip. It shows the band's frontman Chris Martin as an animated superhero who saves a girl kept as a hostage by a giant squirrel in a huge teacup.
In addition, several screen-shots from the video have also been found. They mostly show Chris in his superhero costume. In one of the pictures, he is seen doing a battle with a "killer squirrel" in a world drawn entirely in chalk.
Video: Lady GaGa Covering Coldplay's 'Viva La Vida'
April 21, 2009 01:04:47Lady GaGa stopped by Radio BBC 1 studios in London earlier this week and covered Coldplay's 2008 hit single "Viva La Vida". During her live performance at the radio station, she sat down behind keyboard and produced some riffs for the song.
Beside singing "Viva La Vida", Lady GaGa also delivered her own smash hit "Poker Face". Putting on a Geisha make-up and sporting white clothes, she, in addition, was interviewed by the radio's host Edith Bowman. When the singer was asked whom she admires, the stripper-turned-pop singer quickly said that she is a fan of The Beatles.
Coldplay Deny Copying Joe Satriani's Song for 'Viva La Vida'
April 07, 2009 10:04:09British band Coldplay deny claim that they have illegally sampled Joe Satriani's song "If I Could Fly" for "Viva La Vida". Attorneys for the band argue that any similarities between "Viva La Vida" and "If I Could Fly" are not enough to warrant damages.
Furthermore, coldplay's attorneys also say that Joe's song "lacks originality" and so shouldn't receive copyright protection. In response to the statement, Joe's lawyer, Howard E. King, calls Coldplay's denial as "typical for copyright infringement cases and he reiterated that he thought the matter could have been resolved without a lawsuit," according to The Associated Press.
Winners List of 2009 Juno Awards
March 30, 2009 10:03:30Winners for this year's Juno Awards have been uncovered at a two-hour ceremony at General Motors Place on Sunday, March 29. Nickelback and Kardinal Offishall were among the musicians scooping multiple awards at the event.
Nickelback got three trophies for Juno Fan Choice, Album of the Year and Group of the Year. During a press conference after the show, the band's lead vocalist/guitarist Chad Kroeger said, "Shock and awe, I was hoping for Hedley ... I love those guys very much."
Coldplay's 2009 'Viva La Vida' Summer Tour Dates Announced
March 18, 2009 11:03:00A number of summer tour dates to support Coldplay's fourth studio album "Viva La Vida" have been revealed. Serving as an extended run for their previously-announced tour dates, the summer roadshow will be held for approximately three months from mid May to the first week of August in North America.
Coldplay will be making a live appearance at Cruzan Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach, Florida on May 15. After performing at Charlotte Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre in Charlotte, N.C. on August 7, they will return to Florida on August 9 to wrap up the gigs at Tampa's Ford Amphitheatre.
Video: Performances at 2009 BRIT Awards
February 19, 2009 10:02:39Video performances from 2009 BRIT Awards taking place on February 18 at London's Earls Court have arrived. Lady GaGa, U2 and Girls Aloud were some of those making live appearances at the annual event.
Lady GaGa took the stage with electronic dance music duo Pet Shop Boys. Also joined by The Killers' vocalist Brandon Flowers, they did a medley by performing several songs, one of which was Dusty Springfield's 1989 single "Nothing Has Been Proved", and compiled them into a single piece of music.
Winners List of 51st Annual Grammy Awards
February 09, 2009 11:02:52Robert Plant and Alison Krauss walked out of the 51st Annual Grammy Awards with another nod. Through their collaborative album "Raising Sand", the two musicians got the coveted Album of the Year title.
The duet effort has successfully put aside Coldplay's "Viva La Vida", Lil Wayne's "Tha Carter III", Ne-Yo's "Year of the Gentleman" and Radiohead's "In Rainbows". Previously, the record was also announced as Best Contemporary Folk/Americana Album.
51st Grammys: Coldplay Scooped Song of the Year
February 09, 2009 09:02:29More winners were unveiled at this year's Grammy Awards. Announced by Al Green and Duffy, British band Coldplay received Song of the Year title for their single "Viva La Vida", which is taken from their fourth studio album "Viva La Vida".
After the announcement of Song of the Year, Miley Cyrus took the stage accompanied by country music singer Taylor Swift. Sitting on high chairs, the two teen singers delivered Taylor's hit single "Fifteen" during an acoustic set with Taylor strumming her guitar.
Chris Martin Banned From Coldplay's Recording Sessions
February 02, 2009 04:02:46Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin shared that he has been banned from the band's recording sessions for their fifth studio album. Speaking in an interview with Absolute Radio, he said the decision is resulted from music producer Brian Eno's advice which suggests the band to enter studio without him.
"He said that he thought the last album was OK but it could have been much better," Chris explained as quoted by Digital Spy. "He said that he still wanted to work with us on the next album but that I was banned from the studio!"
Video Premiere: Coldplay's 'Life in Technicolor II'
January 21, 2009 11:01:49A music video in support of Coldplay's single "Life in Technicolor II" has made its debut. Shot in what seems to be a party, it features a scene where all the children and some of their parents watch a puppet show.
The video moves on with a display of two puppets playing ethnic sounds. While the audience are busy wondering what the show is all about, the band's members show up one by one in the form of puppet, singing the song.
Complete Nominations List of 2009 BRIT Awards
January 21, 2009 09:01:12Nominations for this year's BRIT Awards have been revealed on January 20 at London's Roundhouse. Coldplay and Duffy are among those nominated in multiple categories, leading with four kudos each.
While Coldplay face off Elbow, Girls Aloud, Radiohead and Take That for Best British Group title, Duffy enters a battle with Adele, Beth Rowley, Estelle and M.I.A. in Best British Female Solo Artist. Beside listed in separate categories, the two also compete against each other in MasterCard British Album and the long list of Best British Single.
Complete List of 2009 NRJ Music Awards Winners
January 19, 2009 11:01:47Music fans in France have voted their particular favorites at this year's NRJ Music Awards. Britney Spears, Jonas Brothers, Katy Perry, Rihanna and The Pussycat Dolls among others were those receiving awards at the gala ceremony taking place on January 17 in Cannes.
Claiming double victory, Britney was named as International Female Artist of the Year, beating down Christina Aguilera, Pink, Rihanna and Beyonce Knowles. She also scooped another prize for Music Video of the Year, putting aside other music videos coming from Fall Out Boy, Martin Solveig, Zaho and Stanislas et Calogero.
Coldplay Giving Away Song for Christmas Gift
December 26, 2008 02:12:39Coldplay offer fans a free download of the slammin' Thin White Duke remix of hit single "Viva La Vida". They say, "As a thank you for all the incredible support you've given us this year, we've got a little of Christmas present, the rather brilliant Thin White Duke mix of 'Viva La Vida'."
Along with the special offer, the British band also provide a video footage showing their live performance at London's O2 Arena with actor Simon Pegg. Writing "Happy Christmas Folks" at the end of their post, the band state that the offer will run off until January 5, 2009.
Coldplay Hit Back at Joe Satriani for Plagiarism Issue
December 10, 2008 10:12:48Coldplay decide to end the war between them and guitarist Joe Satriani, 'cold-headedly'. The band who were accused of ripping off Satriani's song "If I Could Fly" for the track "Viva La Vida", posted a message on their official site, saying that they were as surprised by the allegations and opt to not pursue it further.
"With the greatest possible respect to Joe Satriani, we have now unfortunately found it necessary to respond publicly to his allegations," the band wrote. "If there are any similarities between our two pieces of music, they are entirely coincidental, and just as surprising to us as to him. Joe Satriani is a great musician, but he did not write or have any influence on the song Viva La Vida. We respectfully ask him to accept our assurances of this and wish him well with all future endeavours."
Girls Aloud to Open Coldplay's Wembley Show, Tentatively
December 03, 2008 01:12:26Girls Aloud will reportedly serve as an opening act for Coldplay's live concert at London's Wembley Stadium. If the rumor is true, the all's girl group will take the Wembley's stage alongside the "Viva La Vida" hitmakers on September 19, 2009.
"Coldplay are huge pop fans. They love Take That and all the mainstream chart stuff," a source told The Sun. "Girls Aloud are the ideal support group. They will get the Wembley crowd worked up into a frenzy before the main attraction. Chris Martin is a fan and had them on his wishlist from the start of tour plans."
Chris Brown Eyes Duets With Madonna and Coldplay for Upcoming LP 'Grafitti'
November 24, 2008 04:11:51Grammy-nominated R 'n' B singer Chris Brown is eying a collaboration with Madonna, whom he claims as his dream duet, for his upcoming album "Grafitti". Besides, he also reveals his desire to work together with Coldplay for the effort, which is planned for 2009 release.
On the red carpet at the 36th annual American Music Awards (AMAs), held Sunday, November 23 at Los Angeles' Nokia Theatre, Chris told the press, "It's going to be my stepping stone from Chris Brown to superstar." He didn't give further details on his upcoming album though.
Video of 2008 American Music Awards' Live Performances
November 24, 2008 02:11:34This year's stage of American Music Awards is glittered with grand performances from many big names. Christina Aguilera, Coldplay, Mariah Carey, Jonas Brothers, Natasha Bedingfield, Rihanna, and Taylor Swift are some of the performers rocking Los Angeles' Nokia Theatre on November 23.
Opened with medley performance from Christina singing such hits as "Beautiful", "Keeps Gettin' Better" and "Dirrty", the show continues with other appearances from Leona Lewis singing "Better in Time" and Pink performing "Sober". Other musicians playing at the star-studded event are New Kids On The Block, Beyonce Knowles, The Pussycat Dolls, and Kanye West among others.
Video Premiere: Coldplay's 'Lost' Featuring Jay-Z
November 18, 2008 02:11:49Coldplay have brought out a music video in support of "Lost+", the remix version of "Lost" which features Jay-Z. The video was shot at one of their live concerts. It shows the concert highlights including audience's high spirit.
While "Lost" appears on Coldplay's fourth studio LP "Viva La Vida", "Lost+" is confirmed to be listed on their fifth mini album "Prospekts March [EP]". The EP is slated for release across U.S. on November 25 under Parlophone Records.
Miley Cyrus Joins Performers List of 2008 American Music Awards
November 13, 2008 10:11:44Miley Cyrus, Beyonce Knowles, and Christina Aguilera have been announced as musical guests at this year's ceremony of American Music Awards. They will join Mariah Carey, Coldplay, Kanye West, Jonas Brothers, Alicia Keys, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Ne-Yo, Pink, The Pussycat Dolls, and New Kids on the Block at 36th Annual AMAs .
"I am so excited to be able to perform live for my fans at the American Music Awards and celebrate my Sweet 16 too," Miley commented on her upcoming live appearance at the awards. The same excitement is also revealed by the promoters of the event regarding Christina's performance. They said, "We are very excited to have Christina Aguilera perform at this year's show. She raises the bar with each live performance, and you can expect something special at the 2008 American Music Awards."
List of Music Nominations for 2009 People's Choice Awards
November 11, 2008 10:11:58Nominees of the 35th annual People's Choice Awards have been announced. Breaking the news are Joshua Jackson of "Fringe" and Carrie Ann Inaba of "Dancing with the Stars" alongside actors from "Gary Unmarried", Paula Marshall and Jay Mohr.
From the list posted below, it is revealed that Rihanna leads the nomination list by receiving three nods. She is nominated for "Favorite Female Singer", facing off Alicia Keys and Carrie Underwood. On "Favorite Pop Song", her up-beat jam "Disturbia" will compete with Katy Perry's "I Kissed a Girl" and Jordin Sparks' "No Air" featuring Chris Brown.
British Acts Dominating 2008 World Music Awards Winners List
November 10, 2008 10:11:00Several artists from around the world gathered in Monaco on Sunday, November 9 to witness the crowning of the best in music at the 2008 World Music Awards. The U.K. acts dominated most of the winners list. Leona Lewis took two prizes at the same time, Best New Artist and Pop Female, but it was Coldplay's night as the rock band brought home three nods.
Apart from named the world's top-selling act this year for "Viva la Vida", Coldplay also took the honor as Best Rock Group and the Best Act from Great Britain. Unfortunately the band were not there to attend the show and accept the awards. The huge sale of "Viva la Vida" proves the success of the marketing strategy that gave away the album's first single "Violet Hill" for free via the Internet.
Video Premiere: Coldplay's 'Lovers in Japan'
November 01, 2008 09:11:40British band Coldplay have debuted a music video in support of their new track titled "Lovers in Japan". Filmed in London, the Mat Whitecross-directed video starts off with a small vintage television turned on by frontman Chris Martin. Then he watches the TV showing him and his band playing the song.
Nearing the end, their live performance is interrupted with the downpour of paper butterflies while kaleidoscope with unusual lights is appearing on the background. In addition, the band also craft their own messages on the screen using fancy markers which can write blinking letters.
Coldplay Added as 2008 American Music Awards' Performer
October 30, 2008 02:10:43Along with Leona Lewis, British band Coldplay are confirmed to perform at this year's ceremony of American Music Awards. They will join the previously-announced performance lineup, which includes Jonas Brothers, Pink, Rihanna, Ne-Yo, Taylor Swift, The Pussycat Dolls, and New Kids on the Block.
"We're thrilled to have Coldplay and Leona Lewis, both first-time AMA performers, on our live show this year," Orly Adelson, the president of Dick Clark Production, Inc. who produces the show, says. "Coldplay's unique rock sound and Lewis' soaring pop vocals add extraordinary new elements to this year's superb group of performers."
Full Winners List of 2008 Q Awards
October 07, 2008 10:10:43Coldplay are newly crowned double winners at the 2008 Q Awards. The rock band were hailed Best Act in the World Today and their latest album "Viva la Vida" was given the honor as Best Album. "I don't think we're the best act in the room, let alone the world," Chris Martin, the band's frontman said.
The British event also saw winnings from Duffy, The Last Shadow Puppets, Keane, and Kaiser Chiefs. Duffy beat Adele and Santogold but she could not attend the event to receive the award. Puppets, which is a side project by Arctic Monkeys' Alex Turner, picked up Best New Act. Turner appearing solo said, "Thank you very much. I understand it's voted by the readers so this means a lot of course. Unfortunately my partner couldn't be here because he had some trouble with the trains."
Coldplay Listing Jay-Z for 'Lost!' Remix
October 06, 2008 11:10:16Jay-Z is returning Coldplay the favor by appearing in one of the band's remixed songs. Posted on Coldplay's official site is the announcement that the rapper will assist in the remix of "Lost!" which will be released in a few weeks to come.
"In the spirit of trying to do things a bit differently and keep everything fresh, we are going to do a few musical moves that we have not previously attempted," the statement read. "Firstly, in a few weeks we are going to release a version of Lost! which has a guest appearance on it in the form of Jay-Z."
Video Premiere: Coldplay's 'Lost!'
September 27, 2008 10:09:00Coldplay have debuted a music video for their brand new single entitled "Lost!". Co-written by the band's frontman, Chris Martin, the song is confirmed as a third single on their fourth major studio album, "Viva la Vida", which has been in stores since June.
Filmed during the band's live performance at the United Center in Chicago, the video is directed by Mat Whitecross. Their vocalist is seen in the video, all sweating while singing the tune in front of thousands of fans which has loaded the place. At the closing scene, all the band's members get off the stage and greet their fans from the front of the barricade fence.
Coldplay Bag Four Nominations at Q Awards
September 03, 2008 04:09:38Coldplay lead the shortlist of this year's Q Awards with four nominations. On top of the list, the band are nominated for Best Album, thanks to their latest album "Viva la Vida". They will compete with four others contenders, including Fleet Foxes with their self-titled album, The Last Shadow Puppets with "The Age of the Understatement", Vampire Weekend with their self-titled album, and Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds with "Dig!!! Lazarus, Dig!!!".
The band are also listed in Best Track and Best Video categories for single "Violet Hill" from their fourth album. Other bands who join Coldplay in Best Track caterory are Hot Chip with "Ready for the Floor", Vampire Weekend with "A-Punk", and Goldfrapp with "Happiness".
Coldplay to Release New Album in December 2009
September 01, 2008 11:09:58After rumors were circling that another album from Coldplay is rushed in this year, a confirmation was given through the band's frontman Chris Martin. The vocalist told BBC's Steve Lamacq that the band indeed have a new album, an EP and a greatest hits on the pipeline although they just released their fourth studio album "Viva la Vida" in June.
However, it is only the EP, titled "Prospect March", that will be out this year around Christmas. The other two projects, a new studio album and a greatest hits will be released in relatively the same time in December 2009. "Then we'll be gone - like Keyser Soze in The Usual Suspects," Chris said.
Duffy Set as Opening Act on Coldplay's Tour
August 22, 2008 04:08:47This fall, Duffy will travel with Coldplay to north America in support of the band's world tour. She will open the band's gig and use the opportunity to promote her debut album called "Rockferry" which was already released in March.
The "Mercy" singer will also start kicking off her own major gigs in San Diego on October 9. She will then continue performing in Los Angeles, Vancouver, Seattle, and Chicago before joining Coldplay on stage in Cleveland, New Jersey, Boston, Washington DC, and Philadelphia.
Another Coldplay Album May Come Out in 2008
August 21, 2008 03:08:01There could be a whole new album from Coldplay this year after a report said that there are many unused songs in the band's inventory. The Sun reported that the writing sessions of "Viva la Vida", released in June this year, was so productive that the cut songs can make up a new compilation set.
The band worked on "Viva" with producer Brian Eno and spawned an album which has successful chart history. It was sold 721,000 copies on the first week and went on going platinum in U.S. "The Viva La Vida sessions were incredibly fruitful," a source told The Sun. "They gelled brilliantly with Brian and recorded much more music than they could fit on one album."
Miley Cyrus to Support Coldplay on World Tour?
August 12, 2008 11:08:23World teen idol Miley Cyrus is reported to join Coldplay on some shows during their current world tour. The teen singer has recently revealed her huge admiration for the British band frontman Chris Martin. The Daily Express quoted her, as saying, "My ideal man is a 16-year-old Chris Martin. But my mom says I have terrible taste!"
As Miley's statement goes spreading to the media, Chris reveals that the admiration is mutual and they actually admire each other. "I like Miley. She seems to have a sweet character, anyone we like or respect, no matter how different they may be, we would play with," Chris says in a statement.
Liam Gallagher Calling Radiohead and Coldplay's Fans Boring and Ugly
August 11, 2008 04:08:08Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has attacked fans of Radiohead and Coldplay with harsh critics. He said that these people are boring and ugly as they don't know how to have fun.
Speaking of them, he says during an interview, "I've mellowed, but not in the sense of liking Radiohead or Coldplay. I don't hate them. I don't wish they had accidents. I think their fans are boring and ugly and they don't look like they're having a good time." Meanwhile, when asked about his taste of music, Liam admits that he doesn't like contemporary bands and prefers older bands. He says, "I play The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, Neil Young, Sex Pistols. Maybe a bit of The Stone Roses. Don't like modern bands. Topman music, innit?"
Video Premieres: Coldplay's 'Viva La Vida' and Kellie Pickler's 'Don't You Know You're Beautiful'
August 02, 2008 01:08:10English alternative rock band Coldplay have premiered an official music video for single "Viva La Vida" from their new album "Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends". The video is directed by Hype Williams and available on their official website.
Coldplay, "Viva La Vida" music video:
Coldplay to Collaborate With Miley Cyrus?
July 19, 2008 02:07:24An interesting fact was shouted by Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin who revealed to the press that he is a fan of teen pop star Miley Cyrus and would love to collaborate with her. Confirming his admiration to the teen idol Chris said, "I like Miley Cyrus... I like the TV show."
Moreover, the rock singer also stated that he and his band would like to perform on-stage together with Miley sometime in the future. "I'd do it. Anyone we like or respect, no matter how different they may be, we would play with," Chris said.
Coldplay Secure Top Spot on Billboard Hot 200
June 26, 2008 09:06:40Coldplay's new LP "Viva la Vida" has finally confirmed its top spot on the Billboard chart this week after managing to sell in total of 721,000 copies on its first week. This past weekend, the rockers' new LP has been tapped by many to overthrow previous chart topper, Lil Wayne's "Tha Carter III", who dropped one place to #2.
This achievement matches the success of their previous record "X&Y", which was released in 2005, that also debuted at #1 on the U.S. albums chart. Although "Viva la Vida" managed to reprise "X&Y" chart topping success, the latest LP's sale is still behind the previous one as the 2005 set was sold about 737,000 on its first week.
Coldplay Have New Radio Show in U.S., Album to Top Billboard Chart
June 25, 2008 11:06:59English rockers Coldplay are going all the way to promote their new album "Viva la Vida" in the U.S. by planning another project beside touring the North America. The latest project the band set to launch alongside their tour is a new radio program in the U.S.
The new radio show will be titled "30 Days of Coldplay" and will be aired on XM Radio's channel 51 starting from July 15 until August 15. The program will feature exclusive coverage of the band's live performances on their tour, interviews, rare import tracks and others from their catalog.
Coldplay's New Single Tops U.K. Chart
June 23, 2008 11:06:22English rockers Coldplay have continued their domination on the music charts in U.K. after managing to take their single "Viva la Vida" topping the chart there on Sunday (June 22). The song's success followed their album's achievement that has also managed to top the British albums chart earlier this week.
Previously, the band's latest single has also topped the U.S. music chart after its digital sales reached about 246,000 in the past weekend. Moreover, in the States, the album itself reportedly will also lead the Billboard 200 chart next week after its first day sale reached 316, 000 mark and it is also being estimated to reach around 700,000 to 750,000 for its first week sale.
Coldplay Slip Pass Lil Wayne on Billboard Hot 100
June 20, 2008 09:06:17Just as it was predicted, English rockers Coldplay are set to start their domination on the U.S. charts as it has officially been announced that the band managed to score their first no 1 single in the U.S. chart. The rock act take their second single and album title track "Viva la Vida" to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 this week replacing the reigning chart topper Lil Wayne's "Lollipop".
The rockers' success in topping the Billboard singles chart this week, make them the first British musician to do it since the Spice Girls with their song "Wannabe" in 1997. Beside having their single topping the U.S. chart, the band's latest LP has also been predicted to top next week's albums chart as its sale has already reached the 300,000 mark on its first day.
Coldplay to Rule U.S. Albums and Singles Chart
June 19, 2008 01:06:22English band Coldplay are set to continue their new album success from U.K. to the U.S. as Billboard reported that "Viva la Vida"'s first day sale has already reached 316,000 copies. Moreover, a source told Billboard.com that the rockers new set's sale might get around 700,000 to 750, 000 on its first week.
Although it won't beat Lil Wayne's "Tha Carter III" numbers, Coldplay's "Viva la Vida" seems set to top the Billboard Albums chart next week. If that happens it will reprise the success it had in U.K. as the new record has already been topping the albums chart there.
Coldplay Denied Stealing Song, Staged First LP Promo Gig
June 17, 2008 01:06:46Coldplay have just denied recent claims stating that the melody for their track "Viva la Vida" was a copy of a U.S. indie band Creaky Boards' song. The British band's spokesperson said that the allegation from the indie band was a false one.
Previously, Creaky's frontman, Andrew Hoepfner, stated his claim to the press that "Viva la Vida" sounds exactly like the song he wrote about a year before Coldplay released theirs. Andrew also said that he believes, Coldplay's singer Chris Martin, overhead their track when he was watching their gig in October 2007 in New York.
Sex Pistols Plan New LP, Diss Coldplay
June 16, 2008 01:06:07A surprising and great news comes from veteran English punk rock band Sex Pistols as they have just stated to the press that they might release a new studio album. The news was hinted out by the band's lead singer, Johnny Rotten, in an interview with the press at the band's latest gig on Saturday, June 14 at the Isle Of Wight Festival.
Speaking about the band's plan to release a new LP, Johnny said, "There could be a new record. That would be nice." Moreover, he also explained that the band won't be rushing in making the new album stating, "But I won't do anything in a patronising way. The music, the subject and the attitude all have to be right at the same time. Everything has to be from the heart."
Coldplay Re-scheduled North American Tour Dates
June 11, 2008 09:06:15Coldplay's fans in North America will have to delay their plan to see them live as the band reportedly have postponed their scheduled tour there. The North American leg that supposedly starts on June 29 in Philadelphia will now kick off on July 14-15 in Los Angeles. The band also confirmed that they did not cancel their Philadelphia gig but change its date to July 25.
The rockers' tour delay was announced at their official website on June 10. Revealing the reason on the site the band's representative wrote that production delays was the reason behind the re-schedule. "We're very sorry, but unfortunately Coldplay have had to move the dates of some of the previously-announced US shows. The band have experienced some production delays which mean that the show simply won't be ready for June 29," the website wrote.
Coldplay's 'Viva la Vida' to Be This Year's Biggest Selling Album
June 10, 2008 02:06:55More great news come for English rock band Coldplay, as the latest report suggested that their upcoming record "Viva la Vida" could become the biggest selling album this year. According to Play.com the band's new LP, which is set to due on June 17, has been pre-ordered more than any other artists' albums on the website's list.
Play.com also claimed that the average of "Viva la Vida"'s pre-order is one in every minute and it is set to beat earlier sales record which was held by Leona Lewis with her "Spirit". Confirming the news, the site's head of music, Helen Marquis, said, "We have not seen an album pre-order to quite these levels before. The previous record holder was Leona Lewis."
Coldplay to Shoot New Clip in Holland
June 09, 2008 11:06:15After going to Italy to shoot the music video for their first single "Violet Hill", Coldplay reportedly are set to fly to another major European country for their second clip. The English rockers plan to shoot their new video at a beach in Holland and it will be directed by famous director Anton Corbijn.
The band tapped Anton because they want their next video to be a special and the best video ever. Explaining about their upcoming work with Anton, the band's vocalist Chris Martin said to the press, "We're trying an experiment with him. It could be a disaster, but it could be OK."
A Song From Coldplay's New LP Is Inspired by Justin Timberlake
June 04, 2008 04:06:57A surprising statement has just been announced by English band Coldplay, revealing that one of the tracks on their new album "Viva la Vida" is inspired by Justin Timberlake's song. The band's lead singer Chris Martin confirms the news to the press that the drum parts for their "Lost!" come from Justin's "Cry Me A River".
To the press, Chris said, "One song we're always trying to chase is 'Cry Me A River' in terms of the beats and everything." He also added that the band's drummer Will Champion was the one who really dig the song stating, "I know that is one of Will's favorite songs. And he did all the drums on Lost!"
Coldplay's Kylie Minogue Duet Track Yanked From New LP
June 03, 2008 03:06:23Fans of English rock band Coldplay will have to hold their expectation to hear the band's recent collaboration track with pop singer Kylie Minogue, as the rockers decided to exclude it from their new album. The band said that the collaboration single was just "too sexy" to be put on "Viva la Vida".
Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin confirmed that news to the press at a recent interview during the launch of Q radio station in U.K. Speaking to the media, Chris said, "Well, its just too sexy. At this point we cannot be that sexy, also we haven't quite finished it. It's a song called Lunar and Kylie is particularly brilliant on it."
Video: Coldplay's 'Violet Hill' Second Version
May 21, 2008 04:05:15After premiering the official video of their first single "Violet Hill" on May 15, Coldplay surprise their fans by releasing another clip. The English band earlier this week have premiered the second video for their first single which is completely different from the first video.
On the new video, the band seem to get more political and satirical by featuring edited footages of George Bush dancing and also Tony Blair playing guitar. The new clip was directed by Matt Whitecross, while the first original video has Asa Mader on the directorial seat.
Video Premiere: Coldplay's 'Violet Hill'
May 16, 2008 09:05:56After the single was released and being made available for a free download, now the clip for Coldplay's "Violet Hill" has been premiered on May 15. The video features the band themselves and was shot in Sicily, Italy.
The song is the first single taken from their upcoming album "Viva la Vida or Death and all His Friends". The single was outed via the band's website on May 6.
Coldplay Announced 'Viva La Vida' Tour Dates
May 09, 2008 02:05:48Shortly after promoting their upcoming album "Viva la Vida or Death and all His Friends" by giving free download of their new song "Violet Hill" to fans, Coldplay are set to go on a tour for further promo. The English band have confirmed some of the tour dates which plan to kick off on June 29 in Philadelphia and go on until 2009.
Until now it is only the North American dates that have been revealed, while the schedule for the Europe tour hasn't been confirmed yet. The band planned to do at least 50 shows in North America before stopping by in Europe and U.K. Beside that the band are also set to headline the Summer Sonic festival in Japan on August 9-10.
Coldplay Give New Single for Free Download
April 29, 2008 01:04:15English band Coldplay spoil their fans by giving them a chance to listen and download their new single for free. The band's upcoming single "Violet Hill" is being made available on their official website starting from today (April 29) until next week.
Not only can be viewed on Coldplay's official site, today "Violet Hill" will have its official radio release. The new single is taken from their upcoming fourth album "Viva la Vida or Death and all His Friends", which will be released on June 17 in U.S.
'Viva la Vida', Title to Coldplay's New Album
March 19, 2008 01:03:10Finally, a title is revealed for Coldplay's fourth album that is due June 17 via Capitol/Parlophone. To RollingStone.com, frontman Chris Martin revealed that it would be called "Viva la Vida" which means "Long Live Life" in English.
Martin was inspired by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo in naming the album. Frida who has also been depicted in a movie played by Salma Hayek, endured a painful life after she was diagnosed with polio and had a traffic accident when she was only 18. "She went through a lot of shit, of course, and then she started a big painting in her house that said 'Viva la Vida,'" Martin explained. "I just loved the boldness of it."
Jay-Z Headlines 1st Pemberton Fest With NIN and Coldplay
March 14, 2008 12:03:29Pemberton Festival has put an impressive line-up for its first ever event that is set to take place July 25-27 in Pemberton, B.C. Among the numerous acts on the bill Jay-Z, Coldplay, Nine Inch Nails, Serj Tankian and Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers are announced as the headliners.
According to Billboard.com, the festival is part of Live Nation's production with Good Boy Productions. The latter is the joint venture between Coldplay manager Dave Holmes and Depeche Mode manager Jonathan Kessler. There will be two stages set up to contain more than 50 acts plus a dance stage.
Coldplay to Release New Set Via EMI After All
February 22, 2008 01:02:12Beside putting finishing touches on their highly-anticipated new album, Coldplay are also expected to release the forthcoming album via Colombia which is a unit of EMI. It was rumored sometime ago that the rock band were about to follow Radiohead's footsteps to release the effort independently.
On Thursday, February 21, Dave Holmes the band's manager addressed the rumored issue saying, "When all that was going on, we were over here in (in London) in the studio, so we kind of steered clear of all that. We've got a great plan in place."
Coldplay Almost Done With 4th Album, Deny 'Prospekt'
February 05, 2008 11:02:10Speculations that Coldplay will release their fourth studio album under the title "Prospekt" have been slammed by the band on their official site. No new title have been suggested either but they confirmed that the work is drawing closer to completion.
"Mixing has been slow and painstaking but that's just the nature of the beast. So... give us another month or so and we might just have an album worthy of your patience," the band wrote. The album needs ten more mixes and a re-recording of a complete song, the band further revealed.
Coldplay Not Leaving EMI, Label Informed
January 11, 2008 11:01:25Reports that were buzzing regarding Coldplay's plan to walk away from EMI have been denied by a representative from the label. The label's insider told NME.com that the band are actually "committed".
"In reality Coldplay are signed to a long-term record deal with EMI and are committed to produce a number of studio albums," the source explained. "The band's relationship with EMI is both long-term and very healthy and positive. Any suggestion to the contrary is incorrect and unfair on both parties."
Coldplay to Wave EMI a Goodbye?
January 08, 2008 01:01:27The trend set by Radiohead to independently release one's album is spreading quickly. Reports are circling around that Coldplay will walk away from EMI just like the band and Paul McCartney.
An insider revealed that the Chris Martin -fronted band feels that they "don't necessarily need a label" after they release the follow up to 'X&Y' and will take time to think about re-signing to EMI.
Coldplay Posted Christmas Song for Fans
December 14, 2007 11:12:48With their fourth studio album in near completion, Coldplay spared some time to work on a Christmas song titled '2000 Miles'. The single which is a cover of The Pretenders' 1983 classic is posted on the band's official site for fans to listen.
On their decision to go for a cover instead of an original material, vocalist Chris Martin said, "We love Christmas songs, but every time we try and write one it's awful. So we cover them. Well, once or twice actually. The one song I would most liked to have written is 'Fairytale of New York' by de bloody Pogues of Ireland."
Coldplay Finish Two New Tracks, Hint on the Sound
November 01, 2007 01:11:00More updates on Coldplay's highly-anticipated album has been posted on their official site. Apart from the already announced tracks, the band have finished two more, titled 'Famous Old Painters' and 'Glass of Water' which will be released with the rest in early 2008.
The band have been working on the album with producer Brian Eno and, reportedly, Timbaland. "As you'd expect with Brian Eno, there's experimentation and exploration," the post read. "But the music still has integrity. It's real and honest. There's no posturing or bombast. When the deadline comes and the work is done, this will be the album I always dreamed we'd make."
Coldplay Reveals Several 'Maybe' Tracks
September 11, 2007 11:09:14
A brighter end has come upon Coldplay's fourth studio album. The British band has posted on their official website several 'probably' songs to be molded into a CD which is due next year.
The post read: "Expect a short, concise record with no fat and at least two top-division songs released independently. We're still a few months from finishing but already the arguments about track listing have begun."
James Blunt's 'You're Beautiful' Makes People Want to Hurt Others
August 22, 2007 03:08:19
Moderate popularity seems to be a better option this time for James Blunt as his claim to fame hit 'You're Beautiful' tops another infamous chart. The single that went #1 on most countries' chart has been listed at #1 for songs that used to be enjoyed but now makes people want to hurt others.
A poll was gathered by RollingStones.com's Rock List column and Blunt's hit beat Black Eyed Peas' 'My Hump' and Smash Mouth's 'All Star'. The songs that are considerably new are followed in the fourth and fifth post with old pieces 'Don't Worry be Happy' by Bobby McFerrin and 'YMCA' by Village People respectively.
Amerie Eyeing Collaboration with Rock Acts
July 31, 2007 04:07:00
R&B crooner Amerie thinks it will be fun to have a collaboration with rock acts The Killers and Coldplay, and she's serious about it. In the coming months she will try to reschedule her brief meeting with Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin.
"I'm a big fan of The Killers. I'd love to do something with them, and Coldplay," Amerie told the Daily Star. "I was due to hook up with Chris Martin a while back but then his baby was born. Hopefully we'll reschedule."
Coldplay Rooting on Spanish for New Album
July 28, 2007 11:07:33
Coldplay sought refreshment of their sound in Spanish churches. The British band moved from London to Barcelona, performed in front of churches, all to strengthen Hispanic theme for their upcoming album.
A message by the band's insider named Prospekt was posted online. It said: "The sights, sounds and flavors of Latin America and Spain have definitely been infused into this album." However, the band that also visited Chile, Brazil, Argentine and Mexico, will not have "maracas or castanets, but a vibrancy and colorfulness that owes much to the atmospheres of Buenos Aires and Barcelona. The effect is subtle but important."
Justin Timberlake Eyeing Collaboration with Coldplay
June 28, 2007 11:06:40
Justin Timberlake, who fancies collaboration from fellow musicians, has landed his choice to Coldplay. The pop singer is excited on the chance to work with the British band.
"Coldplay are the modern Beatles,” said Justin. “So I'd love to do a duet with them--especially Chris Martin."
Timbaland to Bring Fresh Sound to Coldplay's LP
March 24, 2007 10:03:47
There has been a talk between producer Timbaland and English rock band Coldplay. If nothing goes in the way, Timbaland will be the mastermind in the band's new album.
Timbaland was hired mainly to extract the members' creativity juice and to bring out the fresh sound to the fourth album. The producer itself who had succeeded with artists such as P. Diddy, Whitney Houston and Missy Elliott is thrilled to get to work. "I will try to get into their heads, to see what they thinking about. I will just try to figure out how they are feeling. And if they are feeling a certain way, I will go by that. It's more about everyday life then it is about music."
Coldplay Confirms It's "Part Of The Plan"
March 09, 2007 01:03:24
The rumor on Coldplay's involvement in Swizz Beatz new album is finally confirmed true. The rock band is going to perform its score in the track "Part Of The Plan".
No report yet as to which member and how many of them are contributing in this song. The closest probability is pointed to the lead singer, Chris Martin who is also in process of producing song "Homecoming" for Kanye West's new album.
Fourth Studio Album for Coldplay
March 05, 2007 09:03:26
Within 2 years span after album "X&Y" release on June 6, 2005, Coldplay is finally ready to release its fourth studio album which has not been named, yet been predicted to be out anytime in late 2007.
During his busy schedule of Latin American tour, frontman Chris Martin addresses on behalf of the band that this album has a different color compared to the band's previous albums. "I think for a long time people felt like we were a band in black-and-white, and now we feel like because we have this incredible job, now we can do whatever we like and try all kinds of new things," Martin said.
Chris Martin Putting Himself Up for Auction
May 24, 2006 02:05:25
Chris Martin, the frontman of music group Coldplay, is putting himself up for auction. The man has confirmed he will play an exclusive one-song gig in the living room of a child at the Canonbury Primary School in North London.
Not without reason but Chris agreed to play the show because Coldplay's business manager, Paul Makin, is in fact a parent at the school. Thus, the exclusive one-off performance by him has been auctioned for £5,000 (approximately $10,000).
The Top 10 Concert Tours
April 27, 2006 01:04:42
Based on the data provided to the trade publication Pollstar by concert promoters and venue managers, there are no significant changes on the Top 20 Concert Tours rank. Here are the recap of the Top 10 which include the so-called modern circus "Cirque De Soleil" at No. 1 with $1,401,283 total box office gross.
At No. 2 is still Bon Jovi which tours score around $1,263,894, ahead of Aerosmith at No. 3 with total gross of $1,144,03. In the meantime the 4th position is still dominated by Coldplay garnering for about $930,632, followed after by George Strait at No. 5 scoring $839,650 and Queen and Paul Rodgers whose collaboration earn them $591,755.
List of Nominees at the 2006 Ivor Novello Awards
April 25, 2006 10:04:28
Once again set to hold Ivor Novello Awards this year, British Academy of Composers and Songwriters has announced the nominees of the prestigious event and it was Coldplay who turned out to lead the nominations. Receiving three nods, the band has been nominated through "Fix You" in the category of Best Song also "Speed of Sounds" which will challenge James Blunt's hit single of "You're Beautiful" in those of PRS Most Performed Work and International Hit of the Year.
Other nominees include notable names like Robbie Williams and Natalie Imbruglia who both obtained one nomination as well as Kaiser Chiefs and Athlete who compete in the same category of Best Contemporary Song. Winners will be revealed at a ceremony held on May 25 in London. For complete list if nominees, please go directly to http://www.britishacademy.com/awards/ivorsmenu/ivorshome.html.
Those Make the List of Britain's Favorite Lyric
April 17, 2006 01:04:03
In a poll conducted by music channel VH1, Irish rock band U2 has its 1992 song "One" credited as Britain's Favorite Lyric thanks to its line "One life, with each other, sisters, brothers". Elsewhere, chosen as the 2nd Britain's Favorite Lyric is The Smiths' "How Soon is Now" of which line reading "So you go and you stand on your own, and you leave on your own, and you go home, and you cry, and you want to die".
Debut at No. 3 on the poll is Nirvana's "I feel stupid and contagious, here we are now, entertain us" from its "Smells Like Teen Spirit". Take the 4th place is Bob Marley's "Redemption Song", while Coldplay's "Yellow" secures the 5th place. Rounding out the Top 10 on the poll is Robbie Williams' uplifting "Angels" and Radiohead's sour "Creep."
The 2006 Juno Awards Winners
April 03, 2006 03:04:49
This year Juno, Canada's music awards, held Sunday April 2nd, 2006 has been dominated by Vancouver crooner Michael Buble. The singer takes four trophies all at once, which among others are for Best Singer, Album, Artist and Pop Album Of The Year for "It's Time".
Other big winners at the prestigious event include Alberta rock band Nickelback, which is nominated for six Junos but only manages to grab two mainly for Best Group and Best Rock Album for "All The Right Reasons." Picks the Juno Fan Choice Award is one of Canada's biggest bands Simple Plan, and the International Album Of The Year prize goes to Black Eyed Peas' for "Monkey Business" and Coldplay for "X&Y".
Global Top 10 Albums of 2005
April 03, 2006 09:04:40
British band Coldplay has topped the 2005's global charts with their album "X&Y" sold 8.3 million copies around the world, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) reports. Such attainment leads the music act to top some other famous musicians, like Mariah Carey whose album "The Emancipation of Mimi" sold 7.7 million to be at 2nd position.
Top the 2005's global charts at No. 3 is 50 Cent's "The Massacre" which has been sold 7.5 million worldwide. The Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" (6.8m) is 4th, followed by "American Idiot" by Green Day which sold 6.4 million copies. Madonna's "Confessions on a Dance Floor" is next, just one place ahead of Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway" at No. 7.
Coldplay Have No Plans to Split Up
February 18, 2006 10:02:13"Coldplay are not quitting. They are on the road until July, when their X&Y World Tour ends in Japan. They will then continue working on new material." Hopefully the statement released by the band spokesman would stop the long circulating speculation on their break up following frontman Chris Martin comments during Brit Awards on Wednesday Feb 15th, 2006.
Martin said "we won't see you for a long time" and thus prompted rumors among many that they are about to split. That's for everybody to know. Aside from the splitting up rumors, Coldplay has on their website say they plan to record a follow-up to "X&Y" after their tour wraps up in July.
Coldplay to Call It Quit?
February 17, 2006 01:02:08Rumor has it that British band Coldplay is about to call it quit. Such report actually was prompted by the band lead singer Chris Martin's recent statement at the Brit Awards, during which he said "You won't see us at one of these for many, many years. We won't see you for a long time. I mean it. It's going to be years before we have the chance to say this again."
The man prompted even more speculation on the band's split as later in the evening he said "We got to go. People are fed up with us, and so are we." Despite such reports, Coldplay's London rep insists the hiatus will be no more than the standard break bands usually take between churning out albums. Probably Martin just wants to spend more times with wife Gwyneth Paltrow and daughter Apple.
2006 Juno Awards Nominees
February 16, 2006 01:02:18Canadian band Nickelback leads this year Junos, Canada's music awards, received a leading six nominations. Announced Wednesday Feb 15th by the CTV network and the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, the music group ups for Juno Fan Choice, Single Of The Year and Producer Of The Year for "Photograph", Album Of The Year and Rock Album Of The Year for "All the Right Reasons", and Group Of The Year as well.
Following close behind with five nominations are Diana Krall and Michael Buble, both of whom among others up for Artist Of The Year, Fan's Choice and Album Of The Year. Tied with three noms each are Arcade Fire, rock legend Neil Young and the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Meanwhile, music diva Celine Dion is nominated for Fan Choice award.
Music Acts Won the Annual Brit Awards
February 16, 2006 10:02:57Music Rock act Kaiser Chiefs dominated the annual Brit Awards held Wednesday Feb 15th at the cavernous Earls Court exhibition centre in west London. The rockers picked home 3 awards all at once, which among others include British Rock Act, British Live Act, and British Group awards.
Also a big winner at the prestigious event was James Blunt who won the categories of Pop Act and British Male Solo Artist. Also winning two awards was Green Day, mainly for the categories of International Group and International Album for "American Idiot", and Coldplay who won the British Single for their "Speed Of Sound" and MasterCard British Album for "X&Y."
More Stars Added to Perform at 2006 Grammy Awards
January 30, 2006 10:01:02More artists have given their confirmation to perform at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards as Bruce Springsteen, Coldplay, and Sugarland have been added to the list along with Christina Aguilera, Herbie Hancock, Maroon 5, John Legend, Joss Stone, plus Robert Randolph. The award show itself will be aired live from the Staples Center in Los Angeles on February 8 while also is going to be broadcasted on the Westwood One Radio Network.
Brit Awards Nominees
January 11, 2006 04:01:40Kaiser Chiefs and James Blunt are leading the nominations at next month's Brit Awards with five nods each. As of Blunt he's up for British Male Solo Artist, Pop Act, British Breakthrough Act, British Album for "Back To Bedlam" and Best Single for "You're Beautiful."
Meanwhile, Kaiser Chiefs are nominated for British Group, British Rock Act, British Live Act, British Breakthrough Act and British Album for "Employment." Following close behind is Coldplay with four nods, including British Group and British Live Act, thanks to the huge success of their album "X&Y."
The Top 10 Best-Selling Albums of 2005
January 05, 2006 11:01:28Mariah Carey. The name comes up on the top position in the list of the Top 10 best-selling albums of 2005. The singer apparently has proven to worldwide that she's hard to beat and thus deserves the predicate of pop diva.
Leading the Top 10 best-selling albums of 2005, Carey has her album "The Emancipation of Mimi" sold for 4.97 million copies, making rapper 50 Cent's "The Massacre" the second best with 4.85 million copies. "Breakaway" by Kelly Clarkson wins the 3rd place with 3.5 million copies. The 4th best is Green Day's "American Idiot" which is sold for 3.4 million copies, ahead of Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" at No. 5 sold 3 million copies.
Musicians Do Almost Acoustic Xmas Show for KROQ-FM
November 16, 2005 03:11:38Christmas is coming and everyone is busy to welcome the big day. Christmas tree, candle, mistletoe, and things related with the celebration are everywhere. As of our musicians, they are also busy with the preparation for the Los Angeles radio station KROQ-FM's annual Almost Acoustic Xmas show to be held December 10-11 at the Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal CityWalk.
Those who have signed on to perform on the show among others are Depeche Mode, Nine Inch Nails, Coldplay, The White Stripes, System of a Down, and Korn. Get the turn to perform on the first night is NIN, System of a Down, Korn, Fall Out Boy, Thrice, Rise Against and Avenged Sevenfold. Whereas, the next evening will see performances by Depeche Mode, The White Stripes, Coldplay, Jack Johnson, Death Cab for Cutie, Nada Surf, Hot Hot Heat and The Bravery.
Coldplay Announce 2006 US Tour
November 10, 2005 03:11:24It's been so long that we haven't heard about them and now the British band comes up with good news. A 2006 US tour. Yes Coldplay has just announced their plan to embark on a spring 2006 tour, beginning January 25 in Vancouver and run through early April. Just click the Web site http://www.talkthetour.com and you'll se the confirmed tour date.
Fans, listen carefully to this one. Those who register with the site will have the opportunity to win a phone call from Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, front row seats to a show and tickets to the 2006 Grammys, which take place in Los Angeles. Wow. Go, give it a shot who knows you'll be the lucky person.
The Glorious Green Day
November 04, 2005 11:11:55This year is likely to still be the band era, particularly at the MTV Europe Music Awards as Green Day and Coldplay successfully grabbed two prizes each in this event which took place in the capital of Portuguese, Lisbon. The U.S. punk rock trio won the Best Rock Act and Best Album category for "American Idiot" while the British act brought home the awards for Best U.K. and Ireland Act as well as Best Song through "Speed of Sound."
Selected by music fans from across Europe and Africa who voted via MTV's website online, the other winners included Shakira, Robbie Williams, Snoop Dogg, and Alicia Keys. Congrats to you all.
Paltrow Expecting 2nd Child?!
October 24, 2005 11:10:01It is yet officially announced that actress Gwyneth Paltrow is pregnant with her second child with husband Chris Martin of British band Coldplay. The star herself as yet gives any confirmation about the report.
Though, her mother Blythe Danner reportedly let slip that she was going to be a grandmother again. When being asked so, the woman immediately replied: "Yes, I am. Well, I think so. I have not checked lately."
Madonna to Reveal Her First Confession at the EMAs
October 06, 2005 04:10:09Pop superstar Madonna has confirmed that she's about to perform at the 2005 MTV Europe Music Awards, which will take place in Portugal on November 3. She will at that event perform live her new single for her new album "Confessions on a Dance Floor."
The beauty will join other lineup that include Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Green Day, Black Eyed Peas and Robbie Williams, who will all perform live too. As of "Confessions on a Dance Floor," it is slated for a November 14 release date. See you there.
Coldplay Tops MTV Award Nominations
September 28, 2005 08:09:44British bands Coldplay and Gorillaz will probably becoming the big winners at the 2005 MTV Europe Music Awards after securing five nominations each. As for Coldplay, the band vying for Best Group, Best Rock, Best Song for "Speed of Sound," Best Album and Best UK and Ireland Act. Whereas, the animated band Gorillaz are up for Best Group, Best Song, Best Video for "Feel Good Inc," Best Pop, and Best UK and Ireland Act.
The 12th annual event, to be hosted by British comic Sacha Baron Cohen, will be held Nov. 3 in Lisbon and be broadcast live on MTV in Europe and the United States. Worldwide music fanatics can vote the winners via MTV's websites, except for Best Video and Free Your Mind, which are chosen exclusively by MTV Europe viewers. Joining Coldplay to perform at the event among others are Foo Fighters, Green Day, Robbie Williams and the Black Eyed Peas.
"X&Y" of Coldplay Goes Double-Platinum
August 06, 2005 10:08:26Two thumbs up maybe not enough to give praise for the exceptional band Coldplay, whose album "X&Y" has been certified double platinum in July by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Just a little more than a month after its release, the album has been sold for more than 2 million copies in U.S.. What a band?!
Also reaching multi platinum in July among others are Brooks & Dunn who go quadruple platinum for their 1997 "Greatest Hits," and country singer Kenny Chesney, whose "When the Sun Goes Down" also reaches quadruple platinum. In between, singer George Strait has been notched double-platinum with his two different albums, namely "Somewhere Down in Texas" and his 2002 "20th Century Masters-The Millennium Collection." Audioslave's "Out of Exile," Backstreet Boys' "Never Gone," Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business," Foo Fighters' "In Your Honor," Il Divo's "Il Divo," Jay-Z and Linkin Park's "Collision Course," and Sugarland's "Twice the Speed of Light" are the rest that are reaching platinum.
Coldplay to Compete for Mercury Award
July 20, 2005 11:07:22The shortlist unveiled at a reception in London yesterday mentioned British rock act Coldplay as one of the 12 contenders competing to win the Mercury Award. The band's third album "X&Y" has been decided to be of such good quality, especially when performed live, and is mentioned as the third nominee. And so, this is the 3rd times that Coldplay has been nominated for the award after it lost the 2000's to Badly Drawn Boy and the 2003's to Dizzee Rascal.
Settled on the top nominee seat is singer-songwriter KT Tunstall's debut album "Eye To The Telescope." In between is rockers Bloc Party's "Silent Alarm" as second.
Coldplay Tops U.S. Album Charts
June 30, 2005 09:06:22In the week ended June 26, Nielsen SoundScan noted Coldplay's "X&Y" sold almost 186,500 copies, taking its total to 1.3 million. Such attainment certainly helps Coldplay to hold up its position on top of the U.S. album charts for a third consecutive week Wednesday. With no newcomers, Mariah Carey's "The Emancipation of Mimi" bounces two places to No. 2, with 132,000 copies making its total into 2.2 million since its April 12 release.
At No. 3 is Foo Fighters' "In Your Honor" which with 116,000 copies falls one place from its previous week position. As the Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" ups to No. 4 with 103,000 copies, Boyz N Da Hood's self-titled debut is at No. 5. Keyshia's "Way It Is" sold nearly 89,000 copies at No.6, while "Never Gone" of Backstreet Boys positioned at No.7 with 79,000 copies in its second week. In companion with them all, The Offspring enters the Billboard 200 at No. 8 with its first "Greatest Hits" set. The last two reigning the Top 10 are Birdman's "Fast Money" and System of a Down's "Mezmerize."
Coldplay Stays Cool
June 23, 2005 09:06:10Coldplay stays cool. Yes, the British band stays cool, topping the album charts for the second week with their album "X&Y," though there are some newcomers eyeing on the position. With their "X&Y" sold 323,000 copies in the week ended June 19, the band conquers Foo Fighters, whose "In Your Honor" sold for 310,600 copies, reining the second top. Behind both is the "Never Gone" of Backstreet Boys with 291,000 copies.
Mariah Carey's "Emancipation" this time rises one place to No. 4 with 163,300 copies, while Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" falls three places to No. 5 with 154,500. Enters the chart at No.6 is Fat Joe whose "All or Nothing" sales reaches 106,500 units. From 7 to 10; Toby Keith's "Honkytonk University," Shakira's "Fijacion Oral, Vol. 1," Gwen Stefani's "Love, Angel, Music, Baby," and System of a Down's "Mezmerize."
Coldplay's "X&Y" American Chart Topper
June 16, 2005 09:06:25As what has been predicted by many, British band Coldplay is really topping America's this weekend chart with their highly anticipated third studio release "X&Y" sold of more than 737,000 copies. Greater than that is the album has also shot to No. 1 in 21 other countries, such achievement that leads Coldplay to outpace some new releases from artists, like Blake Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business," White Stripes' "Get Behind Me Satan" and Shakira' "Fijacion Oral, Vol. 1," all of whom debuted in the top four of Billboard 200.
Debuted at 5th to 10th in sequence; "The Emancipation of Mimi" by Mariah Carey, System of a Down's "Mezmerize," Toby Keith's "Honkytonk University," Gwen Stefani's "Love, Angel, Music, Baby," Kelly Clarkson's "Breakway," and Audioslave's "Out of Exile."
Coldplay "X & Y" Album to Enter the Record Books
June 11, 2005 09:06:59The hard work the British band Coldplay has done in completing their much anticipated album "X & Y" finally is paid off. According to the data released on Sunday evening, the album has been sold as many as 450,000 copies in its first week since its Monday release, verifying it to certainly top this week's album charts.
On top of that album success to reach the top chart, with such achievement of selling, "X & Y" is set to enter the record books. HMV spokesman Gennaro Castaldo, furthermore, predicted the album would probably "sell somewhere in the region of 15 million copies, confirming Coldplay's level of superstardom." Congrats bro.
Coldplay Can't Avoid Internet Leak
June 04, 2005 09:06:46Though modern technology can help you a lot, it would sometimes also endanger your "life." One of the modern technology misuse victims is band Coldplay. The music group has been put in jeopardy after their new album "X&Y" leaked online just days before its official U.S. and U.K. release.
The Internet jacking has obviously shocked either Coldplay or their label, EMI/Capitol, who all so concerned about keeping the disc from appearing online by sending out limited, watermarked review discs for select journalists under a false name and allowed other music critics to review the album by setting up listening rooms in the corporate offices in London, Los Angeles and New York with iPods in locked cabinets.
The On-Fire Coldplay
May 18, 2005 11:05:46Ready to release its third album "X&Y" on June 7th, British band Coldplay will firstly embark the Twisted Logic Tour in North America on August 2nd in Toronto. The thirty-six-date tour, which wraps up in Bristow, Virginia, on September 30th, will be opened with the performance of Rilo Kiley. Tickets for the tour go on sale on June 4th.
In related news, Coldplay has on Monday May 16, 2005, dropped in on the tiny Harvey Theatre in downtown Brooklyn, N.Y. to tape an episode of VH1's newly revived "Storytellers" show. The show will premiere June 8, the day after they release their "X&Y" album.
Coldplay's Single Scores the U.S. Top 10 Songs
April 30, 2005 09:04:16Coldplay's new single titled "Speed of Sound" has scored at No. 8 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart, making it as the first British band since the Beatles to score a single debut in the U.S. top 10 songs on the chart. Apart from the success, as reported by E! News, Coldplay is ready to heat up the 2005 Coachella Valley Music Festival held this weekend as one of its headliners.
Coldplay is Back !!!
March 15, 2005 09:03:21Coldplay is now come back to the stage after having more than a year hiatus, performing at the Troubadour in West Hollywood on Friday March 11, 2005 before they on the next day headlining influential public radio station KCRW-FM's annual A Sounds Eclectic Evening concert.
Stumbled through the opening of "Politik" during the encore of the KCRW show, Martin then made it up by treating fans to five new tracks from X&Y, due June 7, 2005 and six old favorite songs.
Cold Play's New Album Due Date
March 02, 2005 10:03:51Cold Play who had just finished their last album "A Rush of Blood to the Head," is now ready to distribute their still untitled third album due in June 2005. Having worked on the album in the long time studio work that prevented them from 18 months gig, Cold Play guitarist Jonny Buckland states his willingness to get out on tour and play their new songs live.
Further he says that the album is supposed to be released earlier in the year, but they couldn't do so because the group's singer, Chris Martin is still busy with his newly marriage life with Gwyneth Paltrow and their newly born daughter Apple.
Coldplay Tops on the 6th Coachella Lineup
February 02, 2005 10:02:33Coldplay and Nine Inch Nails dominate the 6th annual Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival, held on April 30 and May 1 in Indio, California. They are the top two listed to perform in that significant event "surpassing" other performers, including Weezer, the Chemical Brothers, Snow Patrol, Tegan & Sara, Keane, and Prodigy.
For those who want to watch their performance can buy the festival tickets that go on sale this Saturday noon on February 5, 2005 at all Ticketmaster outlets and ticketmaster.com cost $80 for one day and $150 for a two-day pass.
