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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 Cancel South American Tour

Joe Robinson — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:37:40 +0000

Are Coldplay blowing off South America? It kind of seems like it. Last year, the band scheduled a trek across the continent that was set to kick off on Feb. 13 of this year in Chile, then it promplty announced that the dates would be rescheduled for later in 2013. Now, the British rockers have revealed that the none of the tour will be made up and all the gigs are officially cancelled.

Coldplay Contribute Song to Tinnitus Charity Album

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 18:34:25 +0000

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin suffers from tinnitus, which is constant buzzing or ringing in the ears that is often caused by exposure to loud music. To show his support for other people stricken with the condition, his band has contributed a remixed version of 'Charlie Brown' from 'Mylo Xyloto' to 'I Am the One in Ten,' a compilation whose goal is to raise awareness about the ailment.

Coldplay's Manager Accused of Abuse by Azealia Banks

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 15:55:53 +0000

Rapper Azealia Banks, who has been an "it" girl in the urban scene for the past year, took to Twitter a few days ago to proclaim that Coldplay's manager Dave Holmes, who has been rumored to be her boyfriend, abused her on more than one occasion.

Coldplay, Jay-Z Auctioning New Year's Eve Concert Tickets to Benefit Sandy Hook Shooting Victims

Joe Robinson — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 22:14:41 +0000

Coldplay and Jay-Z are teaming up to auction off tickets to their joint New Year's Eve concert at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., to raise money to benefit Newtown, Conn., the site off last week's school shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School. The winning bidder will receive four first-rate floor seats and special VIP entrance to the show, plus a meet-and-greet with the British band and the NYC rapper backstage after the show.

News Bits: Coldplay Had Fifth-Highest-Grossing Tour of 2012 + More

Diffuser.fm Staff — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 22:48:44 +0000

Only four acts grossed more on the road than Coldplay this year. Care to guess? [Billboard] Titus Andronicus are headed to Europe with F—ed Up. Look out! [Brooklyn Vegan] Should .fun worry about being a one-hit wonder? [Rolling Stone] That new Knife album has a release date — and better yet, the duo is touring. [...]

12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy Auction Features Items Signed by Dave Grohl, Michael Stipe + More

Jeff Giles — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 14:02:06 +0000

They participated in the live music event of the year, helping to raise millions for the victims of Hurricane Sandy, but the musicians who took the stage for last night’s (Dec. 12) 12-12-12 Concert for Sandy Relief at Madison Square Garden didn’t limit their donations to time and music. Many of the stars are also [...]

Instant Expert: Coldplay

Michael Gallucci — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:00:24 +0000

You’ve seen them at parties, lurking in the corner, waiting to engage in battle disguised as conversation. They’re indie rock know-it-alls, and no matter what band or musician you mention, they’ve got an opinion — strong and almost certainly negative — ready to ram down your throat. With Instant Expert, we offer preparation for these [...]

Coldplay's Chris Martin Joins 12-12-12 Sandy Benefit Concert Lineup

Joe Robinson — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 19:17:02 +0000

The lineup of the star-studded 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy relief concert set to take place in New York City later this month keeps getting more studded with stars. Last week Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl and Pearl Jam singer Eddie Vedder signed on for 12-12-12, and now Coldplay's Chris Martin and classic rocker Eric Clapton are the latest rockers to join the bill.

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 [...]

Coldplay, Jay-Z Playing New Year's Eve Show in Brooklyn

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 16:03:55 +0000

The kinship between Coldplay and rapper Jay-Z is no secret in the rock world, and the two titans from different genres will come together to perform (again!) on New Year's Eve at the newly opened Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Forget the jam-packed ball drop in touristy Times Square, people! Brooklyn is where it's at on NYE!

News Bits: Mark Hoppus Big-Ups Billie Joe Armstrong, Coldplay Know They're Uncool + More

Joe Robinson — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 23:22:54 +0000

Blink-182‘s Mark Hoppus has some kind words for rehabbing Billie Joe Armstrong. [CBS Local] Coldplay aren’t particularly cool, and know what? They don’t care. [NME] It could be a quiet 2013 for Pearl Jam. [AudioInkRadio] Fans of Death Cab for Cutie and mammoth box vinyl box sets are about to have their minds blown. [Consequence [...]

Coldplay, 'Paradise (Live)' – New Video

Joe Robinson — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 17:44:31 +0000

After releasing five videos for singles off 'Mylo Xoloto,' Coldplay have moved on to pushing out videos from their 'Coldplay Live 2012' live concert film, which Chris Martin and co. plan on screening in 50 different countries on Nov. 13 and releasing on DVD on Nov. 19.

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. [...]

Coldplay Selling 'Mylo Xyloto' Graffiti Wall for Charity

Joe Robinson — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 17:00:41 +0000

Coldplay have donated the wall from their studio on which the band graffitied the original artwork for their 'Mylo Xyloto' album to Proud Galleries in London. It will be put on sale next month, and proceeds will benefit Kids Company, a charity that provides support for vulnerable children.

Coldplay, 'Hurts Like Heaven' – New Video

Joe Robinson — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 16:02:02 +0000

Coldplay are five singles deep into ‘Mylo Xyloto,’ and the latest and final, ‘Hurts Like Heaven,’ now has a stellar video helmed by Academy Award-nominated writer and director Mark Osborne (‘Kung Fu Panda,’ ‘The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie’). The ‘Hurts Like Heaven’ clip is an animated prequel to the band’s six-part comic book series of the [...]

Coldplay – Rock Star Cameos on 'The Simpsons'

Joe Robinson — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 17:39:12 +0000

After winning the lottery in the 2010 episode ‘Million Dollar Maybe,’ Homer hires Coldplay to play a private concert just for Bart, who interrupts the gig when he has to use the little dude’s room. While Bart is gone, Homer asks Coldplay singer Chris Martin if he thinks they “could use somebody like [Homer] in [...]

News Bits: Coldplay Donate Track to Environmental Compilation + More

Joe Robinson — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 22:21:18 +0000

-- Coldplay, Mumford & Sons, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Fleet Foxes are among the many artists contributing new versions of their tunes to 'Rhythms Del Mundo Africa,' the latest fundraising album from the Artists Project Earth's ongoing initiative to raise awareness of climate change and fund vital environmental projects.