Chris Martin pays tribute to Taylor Swift by performing her hit song 'Love Story' in Vienna, Austria, following the cancellation of her 'Eras Tour' concerts there due to a foiled terror plot.
- Aug 22, 2024
AceShowbiz - Two weeks after Taylor Swift was forced to cancel her "Eras Tour" concerts in Vienna, Coldplayfrontman Chris Martin and his opening act, Maggie Rogers, performed her 2008 hit "Love Story" at Ernst Happel Stadium.
Before the performance, Martin praised the "beauty and togetherness" of Swift's fans and expressed their support for the Swifties who were unable to attend the Vienna concerts. He joked that he didn't want to get in trouble with Swift if the cover was not up to par.
Martin was joined by Rogers on stage for a rousing rendition of "Love Story" that included the audience singing along. The crowd showed their appreciation for the gesture, which honored both Swift and the resilience of her fans.
The cancellation of Swift's Vienna shows on August 8, 9 and 10 occurred after reports emerged that two individuals had been arrested for allegedly planning a terror attack. Swift later broke her silence on the incident, expressing her gratitude to the authorities for preventing a tragedy.
She explained that she chose to remain silent during the investigation to prioritize fan safety and avoid potentially provoking those who might harm concertgoers. "In cases like this one, 'silence' is actually showing restraint," Swift wrote on Instagram.
Coldplay's tribute to Swift in Vienna was a heartfelt gesture that demonstrated the power of music to unite and heal in the face of adversity. It also served as a reminder of the importance of security and the unwavering support of fans for their artists, even in the most challenging times.