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Coldplay's 'A Rush of Blood to the Head': Best Album of All Time, BBC Listeners Say

Joe Robinson — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 19:15:45 +0000

Coldplay's 'A Rush of Blood to the Head' has been named the favorite album of all time by BBC radio listeners. The 2002 album tops an eclectic list that also finds Keane's 2004 record 'Hopes and Fears' standing tall at the No. 2 spot, beating out classics from the likes of the Rolling Stones, the Beatles and Queen. The top album was revealed today (April 1) by DJ Jo Whiley at the end of a countdown that ran throughout the day.

Coldplay Working on New Album, Not Planning Break

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:03:32 +0000

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin had a bit of explaining to do after making headlines with hints of a coming hiatus. Martin recently told an audience in Australia that the group might not be back for three years, and it sent fans into a hand-wringing tizzy. The singer has since clarified his statement, explaining that the band is taking a break from global touring, not from making music. In fact, he's already crafting new tunes.

Coldplay Taking Break From Concerts

Michael Gallucci — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 17:12:26 +0000

Just days after hinting at a possible new album in the works, Coldplay told a sold-out Australian audience that they would be taking a three-year hiatus from touring. Frontman Chris Martin announced at the group’s final concert of their current tour in Brisbane this week that ”this is the last big show for three years or so.” The [...]

Coldplay Talk New Album, Promise Pronounceable Title

Jeff Giles — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 15:22:56 +0000

If you resented the quixotic jumble of letters that formed the title of Coldplay‘s last studio album, ‘Mylo Xyloto,’ good news: The band is planning something more straightforward for its next release. Frontman Chris Martin broke the news during a recent interview with the Australian radio station 2dayfm (via NME), telling the hosts, “The next [...]

'Game of Thrones' Season 3 Casts Coldplay's Drummer…Seriously

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 21:38:03 +0000

You know, it's been a good amount of time since we'd heard anything noteworthy on the 'Game of Thrones' casting front, surviving off recent set pictures until this latest announcement. Suffice to say, it isn't a direction we expected HBO's George R.R. Martin fantasy epic to take. Sources report that Coldplay drummer Will Champion has been added to the cast of 'Game of Thrones' season 3, but what role could he possibly play?

Coldplay Screening 'Live 2012′ In 50 Countries

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 16:16:26 +0000

Coldplay are going big with the screening event for their upcoming ‘Live 2012′ DVD. Chris Martin and co. will show the film in 50 countries in one night, and fans from the band’s native United Kingdom to as far away as South Korea can partake in this cinematic experience. The event is scheduled for Nov. [...]

Frank Ocean Cancels Tour, Including Dates With Coldplay

Jeff Giles — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:37:23 +0000

Bad news for fans hoping to see Frank Ocean on the road during his upcoming European tour: They’ve been cancelled, starting with his last-minute decision to pull out of his planned appearance at Sweden’s Way Out West festival on Saturday (Aug. 11). As Rolling Stone notes, Ocean took the stage at the Oya Festival in [...]

Coldplay Concert in Madrid to Be Streamed Online Around the World [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:17:28 +0000

Coldplay has announced its upcoming show in Madrid, Spain will be streamed online globally as part of the ‘American Express Unstaged’ series, and viewable on assorted mobile devices and handhelds via VEVO and YouTube apps.

Willie Nelson Covers Coldplay's 'The Scientist' for Charity [AUDIO]

Jeff Giles — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:42:28 +0000

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Over the course of his long career, Willie Nelson has dabbled in a wide variety of genres, from reggae to adult contemporary to blues and beyond. Along the way, he’s worked with and covered a staggering number of artists — and now that list includes Coldplay.

Nelson covered the band’s hit song ‘The Scientist’ recently, contributing his version to the soundtrack of a short film entitled ‘Back to the Start.’

Coldplay Reveals Title, Release Date and Artwork for New Album, 'Mylo Xyloto'

Chris M. Junior — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:12:28 +0000

By leader Chris Martin’s estimation, there are about four different track listings being considered for Coldplay’s fifth studio album.

But this much is certain: The album’s title is ‘Mylo Xyloto’ — pronounced MY-lo ZY-letoe — and the release date is Oct. 25.

Coldplay Premiere Colorful Video for 'Every Teardrop is a Waterfall'

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:58:03 +0000

On Wednesday, Coldplay premiered a video for ‘Every Teardrop is a Waterfall,’ the first single from their new EP of the same name, as reported by PopCrush. This driving, upbeat song follows the band’s Grammy-winning 2008 album ‘Viva la Vida.’

It’s a shimmery, guitar-based track and the accompanying video is nothing short of visually-arresting. As Chris Martin and the Coldplay lads wander through a decaying urban environment, neon colors follow them wherever the go, bringing life back to the landscape.