12-Mar-2009: Acer Arena, Sydney, Australia - Tickets, Preview, Meetups, Review/Photos

[Jenjie]

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Acer Arena on March 11 and 12, 2009. Visa pre-sale tickets are available from November 27 via www. visaentertainment.com.au.

Source: http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,24691169-5001026,00.html

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Welcome to the thread for the above concert which can be used for all discussion prior to, during and after the gig.

One thread one concert - should hopefully keep everyone organised and up-to-date with Coldplay on the road.

Did you get tickets?
Are you looking for tickets?
Are you looking for ticket swaps?
Need help/directions on getting to the concert?
Not sure what the arrangements and rules are for the particular venue is?
Are you just bloody excited?
Do you have a review for the concert?
Did you take any pictures... share them here!

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Setlist

Life In Technicolor
Violet Hill
Clocks
In My Place
Yellow / You're The Voice (John Farnham cover)
Glass Of Water
Cemeteries Of London
42
Fix You
Strawberry Swing
God Put A Smile Upon Your Face (techno version)
Talk (techno version)
The Hardest Part (Chris piano, Will)
Postcards From Far Away (piano instrumental)
Viva La Vida
Lost!
Green Eyes (acoustic)
I'm A Believer (Neil Diamond Cover - acoustic)
Death Will Never Conquer (acoustic - Will vocals)
Viva La Vida (remix interlude)
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Politik
Lovers In Japan
Death And All His Friends
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The Scientist
Life in Technicolor ii
The Escapist (outro)



Photos

http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/gallery/showgallery.php/cat/1662

Wiki reviews

http://wiki.coldplaying.com/index.php/12_March_2009:_Acer_Arena%2C_Sydney%2C_Australia

Videos

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_type=videos&search_query=coldplay+sydney+12&search_sort=video_date_uploaded

Life In Technicolor

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - Life In Technicolor/Violet Hill

Violet Hill



Clocks

YouTube - coldplay-clocks-[HD]-live @Sydney 2009

In My Place

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - In My Place

Yellow / You're The Voice (John Farnham cover)



Glass Of Water

YouTube - coldplay-glass of water-live@ Sydney 2009

Cemeteries Of London



42
YouTube - coldplay-42-[HD]-live@ Sydney 2009


Fix You

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - Fix You

Strawberry Swing



God Put A Smile Upon Your Face (techno version)

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - God Put A Smile Upon Your Face

Talk (techno version)



The Hardest Part (Chris piano, Will)

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - Hardest Part Piano Version

Postcards From Far Away (piano instrumental)



Viva La Vida
YouTube - coldplay-viva la vida-[HD]-live@ Sydney 2009


Lost!
YouTube - coldplay-lost!-[HD]-live@ Sydney 2009


Green Eyes (acoustic)

YouTube - coldplay green eyes live HD Sydney 2009

I'm A Believer (Neil Diamond Cover - acoustic)

YouTube - Coldplay Plays "I'm a Believer" in Sydney - 12th March 2009

Death Will Never Conquer (acoustic - Will vocals)



Viva La Vida (remix interlude)



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Politik
YouTube - coldplay-politik-live@ Sydney 2009



Lovers In Japan

YouTube - coldplay-lovers in japan-[HD]-live@ Sydney 2009

Death And All His Friends


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The Scientist
YouTube - coldplay-the scientist-encore-[HD]-live@ Sydney 12.3.2009


Life in Technicolor ii
YouTube - coldplay-life in technicolor ii-final encore-live@ Sydney 2009


The Escapist (outro)




Merchandise

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[The Escapist]

Yes I am bloody excited. I can't wait. I'll definitely be going if I don't get tickets for a closer venue.

[blackdollie]

Hey guys,anyone have any idea how to go to acer arena from bankstown via public transport??
Anyone live in bankstown??
sorry i just moved in bankstown from malaysia couple of days ago!!

[anniea89]

Try looking on the bus website.

[Benjamin]

Take a train from Bankstown Station to Olympic Park Station - exactly what I did when I went to the ARIA Awards this year, which was also at Acer Arena (except I came from Bondi Junction Station).

Acer Arena is a 3-minute walk from the Olympic Park Station.

[blackdollie]

which bus website?where do you live?:)

[blackdollie]

Take a train from Bankstown Station to Olympic Park Station - exactly what I did when I went to the ARIA Awards this year, which was also at Acer Arena (except I came from Bondi Junction Station).

Acer Arena is a 3-minute walk from the Olympic Park Station.

what's the name of Olympic Park station?
between,the train 24 hours in service?:)

[Benjamin]

It's just called 'Olympic Park Station'.

Check cityrail.com.au.

To get from Bankstown Station to Olympic Park Station:

- take a train from Bankstown Station to Lidcombe Station
- take a train from Lidcombe Station to Olympic Park Station

It'll take 40 minutes at maximum.

[blackdollie]

It's just called 'Olympic Park Station'.

Check cityrail.com.au.

To get from Bankstown Station to Olympic Park Station:

- take a train from Bankstown Station to Lidcombe Station
- take a train from Lidcombe Station to Olympic Park Station

It'll take 40 minutes at maximum.

thanks mate!!

[funkenstein]

WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!

i'm so excited they finally announced!!!
:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

smileys just can't express how happy i am!

[blackdollie]

how to buy the ticket?:)

[Benjamin]

When you get to Bankstown Station buy a return ticket to Olympic Park Station.

Then ask for one of the staff to direct you to the line to goes to Lidcombe if you're having trouble finding it.

Once you're on the train be aware when you arrive at Lidcombe Station. It should take about 20 minutes. When you do, be sure to get off.

At Lidcombe Station find the sign that says Olympic Park Station and catch that train and you'll arrive there in about 6 minutes.

Oh, by the way, you can't pre-book train tickets.

[The Escapist]

Where are colbalt and Jizo? Shouldn't they be posting their excitment here.

[Samiya]

Hey!

I really want to go to the concert on the 11th or the 12th doesnt really bother me HOWEVER i would really like to purchase presale tickets but i dont know how to get the PRE-SALE CODE or where to get it from....

Does anyone know where and how i can get the code for the pre-sale on thursday??
PLEASE!

thnx =)

[blackdollie]

When you get to Bankstown Station buy a return ticket to Olympic Park Station.

Then ask for one of the staff to direct you to the line to goes to Lidcombe if you're having trouble finding it.

Once you're on the train be aware when you arrive at Lidcombe Station. It should take about 20 minutes. When you do, be sure to get off.

At Lidcombe Station find the sign that says Olympic Park Station and catch that train and you'll arrive there in about 6 minutes.

Oh, by the way, you can't pre-book train tickets.

Thanks mate,but i wanna know how to buy coldplay ticket?
sorry.:)anyone can help me buy ticket?

[Benjamin]

They're not on sale yet.

If you have a Visa credit card they go on pre-sale this Thursday.

Otherwise you'll have to wait until Thursday next week.

Check ticketek.com.au.

[The Escapist]

Whats it mean when it says pre-ordered tickets wont be priotrity seats or something like that?

[blackdollie]

damn...thursday,anybody would like to help me buy?:)

[but a dream]

Anyone got their tickets already?

I'm in Section 19 both days (Jonny's side :laugh3:)

[Benjamin]

Yep, got my standing tickets for myself and two friends! :D

It may be almost 4 months away, but I can already tell time is going to go veeeery fast!

[but a dream]

wow that's cool.

I couldn't for the life of me get standing tickets although it was stated they were 'available' on the site :rolleyes:

[Benjamin]

Yeah, basically ticketek.com.au sucks.

It's really disorganised and unclear, I had trouble buying my tickets too.

[but a dream]

It's crazy, giving only 10 minutes before logging out.

Other sites I used before gave me 10 minutes to HOLD a ticket, but won't log me out, sparing me the time wasted by refreshing the page and logging in again.

But that's water under the bridge already, we got our tickets :D

[Benjamin]

W00T! :)

Hi-five!

[but a dream]

waheeeeeeeeeeeey.

3 and a half more months to go :D

[echoRacer]

I got mine today...i'll be in section 6 of acer.
Anyone else?

[but a dream]

I got mine today...i'll be in section 6 of acer.
Anyone else?
Anyone got their tickets already?

I'm in Section 19 both days (Jonny's side :laugh3:)
;)

[The Escapist]

I will get mine when they come out to the public. i hope i get a good seat. How much are they?

[but a dream]

$140 for the 'gold' tickets.

Whatever that means :rolleyes:

[The Escapist]

Thats expensive but definitely worth it. We'll get all the Prospekts march songs as well.

[Zeya]

i got ga standing tickets! and i fought like hell for it.
cannntttttt waaaiiiiittttt!!

[alice.g]

i have a ticket to the saturday 14th show at the acer arena, its a gold standing general admission ticket.
i really want to swap it for the wednesday show on the 11th at the acer arena. me and my friend were supposed to go to the same show but we got different tickets by accient. if ANYONE is willing to swap please reply.

[blackdollie]

can sell your march 14 ticket to me?
i really wants that ticket..!!!!!!but i dont have credit card to buy it!!:cry:

[alice.g]

i aint selling it until i find someone whos selling the wednesday show..
check ebay im pretty sure theres a few tickets selling on there..if your willing to pay lots..

[deaths_friend]

this show is on my bday :) :) sadly i made a bit of a stuff up in ordering them so ive been stuck in one of the shitty areas. but at least im in :) looking forward to a great gig

[Andy14]

Can't wait!

[nats_kiwigirl]

I bought a ticket to the concert in Sydney on the 14th of March when it was announced as I wasn't sure whether coldplay would make it over to NZ. Turns out they are so I'm now selling this ticket, if anyone's interested? The ticket is for a seat right on the front side of the stage and it looks like 7th row back. One of the Gold tickets. I paid $170 NZ for it (I think that's $140 Aus), and am not looking for a mark-up, just for $170 NZ back :)
If you're interested or know anyone else who might be please get in touch. Ta!

[bmadl1]

I've got a spare ticket for the show on the 12th in Sydney. I bought it before they announced a show on the 14th (which is much better for me - being a Saturday). It's a seated ticket in section 19 - right near the stage! I just want to sell it for face value ($140). Contact me if you want it!

madl.brian (at) gmail.com

brian

[drew_d002]

Hey Guys,

i really need some help. I have 2 standing tickets for saturday nights (14) concert and have just realised i am double booked (cousins wedding) now after discussing with the better half we have decied that the best solution is to try and swap these tickets for one of the other concerts for standing or excellent sitting tickets.

Not here to make any money just want to see an awesome band. So if any one is interested please let me know.

Cheers

Andrew

[Benjamin]

I'm going on Thursday the 12th - it's so close, six days to go!

Who else happens to be going on this night?

[Andy14]

I'm going on Thursday the 12th - it's so close, six days to go!

Who else happens to be going on this night?

I am - and also can't wait!

[but a dream]

I'm going too :D

[Zeya]

hey sydneysiders...
i was just wondering if anyone wants to stalk coldplay with me tomorrow in the airport?
ok, i know this is a bit obsessive(the extent of which coldplay can push u) but i've called the sydney airport and they said normally for domestic private plane landing, it will be at the t2 terminal...
so i guess i should just try my luck...
anyone cares to join me? :P

[blackdollie]

hey sydneysiders...
i was just wondering if anyone wants to stalk coldplay with me tomorrow in the airport?
ok, i know this is a bit obsessive(the extent of which coldplay can push u) but i've called the sydney airport and they said normally for domestic private plane landing, it will be at the t2 terminal...
so i guess i should just try my luck...
anyone cares to join me? :P

What time?

[Zeya]

early morning..wouldnt want to miss the guys :D

[but a dream]

I would join you if I could :laugh3:

But I'm only flying in on 11th morning :sad:


Anyone want to welcome ME @ the airport????? :P:lol:

[Zeya]

I would join u if i could
but i will be busy queing up in front of acer arena!:D

[but a dream]

:laugh3:

At 6am in the morning??? :lol:

Happy queueing up :D

[razors_girl23]

Looking forward to all this again tomorrow! I hope they play GOW again.

[but a dream]

:lol:

All the madness of today repeated tomorrow!!!

[razors_girl23]

Yes, I really should go to sleep now to get my rest!!

[Andy14]

Not long now!

[but a dream]

:dance:

Seated again today :disappointed: I hope the seated people aren't as dead as last night. I'll be the only one dancing and singing in excitement :thinking:

[razors_girl23]

Surprisingly my dad is home today which means I can drive in instead of train. Woo! I'm really hoping the lining up thing is worth it. I want front row. Not sure of my chances though. Not sure how it will work with the outside doors opening an hour before the inside doors as well.

[but a dream]

Good luck anyway :D

[razors_girl23]

Thanks :)

[Zeya]

have fun tonight guys!!!

[melanieau]

Have fun everyone!!

:dance:

[razors_girl23]

Ugh, okay so I ended up lining up for about 2 and a half hours and then have to stand through the support acts only to be miserable because I was squished so bad, the girl in front kept putting her hair in my face, her bf felt it necessary to have his arm around her the whole time and completely get in my space and touch my boobs and tall guys (who should totally be banned from the front) were in my way and I couldn't see a thing. So, after the pleasure of them being directly to the right of me when they played the few songs on the runway, my friend and I slowly made our way through the sea of people (when they play the Viva La Vida remix and everyone lights up their phones in the dark) where there was SPACE to move and breath! Sooo much better. I was dancing and I could even see way better. Anyways, can't complain but I must admit, I didn't enjoy the show before I moved to the back which gives me that awful feeling of regret. As my friend said though, if I had been at the back the whole time, I would have been saying "I could have been up there so close to them", not knowing how awful it was. You live and learn.

[razors_girl23]

I forgot to mention, one girl fainted before the show even started. How bad would that suck!! I was on the verge on a panic attack, I must admit. I hate crowds and I think I have a mild case of claustrophobia.

Oh, and I think the setlist was the same as last nights, except they played Green Eyes instead of Speed of Sound.

Oh, and Chris' dad was on the other side of the runway to me in the front row of seats. He got up in Viva La Vida and Lost I think. I wonder what he thinks of the music.

[monkeyman]

gee, i havent been on here in ages...
went to coldplay just a few hours ago, was pretty good
i was seated a bit away but had a good view...
i (once again) taped the show (just audio). this time the quality is much nicer and clearer :D
ill be splitting that and uploading it 2moro
judging by the lack of any checks for cameras etc hopefully a video of thw whole thing will surface, but my audio should do for now... :p

[Zeya]

I forgot to mention, one girl fainted before the show even started. How bad would that suck!! I was on the verge on a panic attack, I must admit. I hate crowds and I think I have a mild case of claustrophobia.

Oh, and I think the setlist was the same as last nights, except they played Green Eyes instead of Speed of Sound.

Oh, and Chris' dad was on the other side of the runway to me in the front row of seats. He got up in Viva La Vida and Lost I think. I wonder what he thinks of the music.


they played green eyes??? no wayyyyy!!!! i'm so jealous right now..hopefully they'll play it this saturday...or sunday...lol.

i dont know how chris' dad looked like..do u have a photo?

and yea...yesterday too there was a girl fainted before the boys came out...
i cant imagine being in that situation!

[Zeya]

gee, i havent been on here in ages...
went to coldplay just a few hours ago, was pretty good
i was seated a bit away but had a good view...
i (once again) taped the show (just audio). this time the quality is much nicer and clearer :D
ill be splitting that and uploading it 2moro
judging by the lack of any checks for cameras etc hopefully a video of thw whole thing will surface, but my audio should do for now... :p

everyone was freaking out about the no photography rule and everything(thanks to the announcement they made every 10minutes)...turned out that there was nothing to be worried of...

[razors_girl23]

Sorry, didn't think to take a photo of him. Just an old-ish looking guy with silver/grey hair. Very British looking haha.

Yes, I just came home from the show to answer your question in the other thread. I'm exhausted haha. I was next to the fence with the end of the runway to my direct right. Planned last night to head to that spot if I couldn't get to the front (which I got nowhere near).

[razors_girl23]

everyone was freaking out about the no photography rule and everything(thanks to the announcement they made every 10minutes)...turned out that there was nothing to be worried of...

One guy near me got told off for videoing.

[razors_girl23]

Oh and another thing which has really been bugging me is people in the crowd and the shoutouts I heard on the radio after the show only screaming "I love you Chris", "Chris is awesome" etc. There's 3 other very talented band members you know. The only time I heard one of them mentioned was "the drummer sang too". His name is Will. If you're willing to spend $140 on tickets, you should know this.

[Zeya]

Oh and another thing which has really been bugging me is people in the crowd and the shoutouts I heard on the radio after the show only screaming "I love you Chris", "Chris is awesome" etc. There's 3 other very talented band members you know. The only time I heard one of them mentioned was "the drummer sang too". His name is Will. If you're willing to spend $140 on tickets, you should know this.

lol. people around me were a bit like that too. they only sing the songs that are total hit and do not know a single word of the other songs. come on, do your homework before coming! when i talked to people, they were saying that i did my research...well, u do not have to do researches when u are a fan..

[but a dream]

OK... a very fast post since it's 3.30am already.

The crowd was definitely better tonight (especially the seated crowd... more people stood up :lol: in fact EVERYONE in the section beside me stood up :D) Setlist was the same as last night except for the C stage songs, which were Green Eyes, I'm a Believer and DWNC.

A bunch of us waited at the loading dock for the boys. Unfortunately Guy and Jon had left early again, and Will drove off but did not stop although he waved. We waited close to 4 hours in the cold before Chris finally came out. He took photos with everyone and signed one autograph per person :bomb:

[but a dream]

Oh and another thing which has really been bugging me is people in the crowd and the shoutouts I heard on the radio after the show only screaming "I love you Chris", "Chris is awesome" etc. There's 3 other very talented band members you know. The only time I heard one of them mentioned was "the drummer sang too". His name is Will. If you're willing to spend $140 on tickets, you should know this.
That pisses me off big time really. As much as Chris Martin is the frontman of Coldplay, Guy, Jon and Will (and Phil) are still very much a part of Coldplay. All of them should get the recognition they deserve.

[Zeya]

did u take a picture with Chris again??
how many were there waiting?

[Jenjie]

Twitter is full of happy US peeps :lol:

Am wading through looking for concert tweets:

wkavis: 1.30am and still waiting for coldplay autographs, all for my mate, falling asleep standing up... Zzzz
about 2 hours ago from TwitterBerry

lil_mz_JD: Saw coldplay and well chris martin u r oure genius - awesome awesome concert and would go 2 see u again any day any time any where
about 3 hours ago from web

JoshAnstey: Had the most awesome night at Coldplay! They are such an incredible band to watch in concert!!!! 3rd time seeing then & want to go again :)
about 3 hours ago from twitterrific

benbeilharz: Coldplay was fun but golly, how is it even possible to be so edge-less?? Need to listen to some Girls vs Boys while licking batteries.
about 3 hours ago from TweetDeck

aussiecat: Just saw the most amazing Coldplay gig - they absolutely brought the house down - brilliant
about 3 hours ago from web

Meischak: just got home from seeing Coldplay @ Syndey's acer arena. It was whizbang! What a fabulous show! 12:30am here, off to bed as work in the AM.
about 3 hours ago from web

drew__lewis: is having fun with mia at the coldplay after party.......chris says hi to you all.
about 3 hours ago from web

Luchi: I never really appreciated the talent of Chris Martin of Coldplay till tonights show.
about 4 hours ago from web

jordiebodlay: Big props to #nova969 for playing coldplay live in london tonight to keep the mood for all the concert goers stuck in carparks and traffic.
about 4 hours ago from web

p3p5y: Coldplay concert... awesome! http://twitpic.com/20zz4
about 4 hours ago from twitterrific

auxetoiles: @coldplay Bloody brilliant show tonight, guys! Better than 2006...?
about 4 hours ago from twitterrific

mphilips: thought coldplay was pretty special, especially lovers in japan.
about 4 hours ago from web

ivanlogan: Just come back from #coldplay who rocked Acer. Tho length of gig should be determined by the strongest bladder not the weakest, Chris Martin
about 4 hours ago from mobile web

topchap01: Coldplay in Sydney was magic. Wonderful musical talent. Nose bleed seating but that's ok at my age
about 5 hours ago from TwitterFon

aman_gupta: Coldplay performing in the middle of d audience!!!! Awesome!!! http://twitpic.com/20y9k
about 6 hours ago from TwitterFon

[The Escapist]

thanks jenjie

[Denise]

We waited close to 4 hours in the cold before Chris finally came out. He took photos with everyone and signed one autograph per person :bomb:
There's no two without three now..good luck for the next days and hopefully you will meet Jonny and Guy as well :wink:

[roche714]

I would join you if I could :laugh3:

But I'm only flying in on 11th morning :sad:


Anyone want to welcome ME @ the airport????? :P:lol:

You are so lucky to go to so many concerts.How are you able to manage that?Do you work or are you in school.?How far is Singapore from Australia?? Just curious..

Enjoy all the shows...

[Little Miss Clumsy]

OK... a very fast post since it's 3.30am already.

The crowd was definitely better tonight (especially the seated crowd... more people stood up :lol: in fact EVERYONE in the section beside me stood up :D) Setlist was the same as last night except for the C stage songs, which were Green Eyes, I'm a Believer and DWNC.

A bunch of us waited at the loading dock for the boys. Unfortunately Guy and Jon had left early again, and Will drove off but did not stop although he waved. We waited close to 4 hours in the cold before Chris finally came out. He took photos with everyone and signed one autograph per person :bomb:

Four hours! Wow. When I was waiting in the dock area for the staff bus driver to get his coffee so that I could get to P5, the security guy said that the band were having a party because it was the 100th show and that Chris was going to still be in there for a while. That was close to 2AM so I guess it is better I left to go home then.

Apparently they have never stuck around so long at a venue before (according to the security guy, who is lovely, and to one of my boss-type people) and that it is because the dressing rooms are more spacious than usual at Acer Arena.

[razors_girl23]

YouTube - Coldplay Plays "I'm a Believer" in Sydney - 13th March 2009

Link to a video taken by someone I know who was also there of Chris telling the story of the guy getting a massage at the hotel - followed by I'm a Believer.

[razors_girl23]

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=83725&id=530076540&saved#/album.php?aid=83725&id=530076540

Tell me if that works. It's a link to my photo album on Facebook of some of the pics I took last night.

[but a dream]

There's no two without three now..good luck for the next days and hopefully you will meet Jonny and Guy as well :wink:
:bomb: I hope so, but they have been doing runners every night since Brisbane so I don't think I have much chance to meet then :sad:
You are so lucky to go to so many concerts.How are you able to manage that?Do you work or are you in school.?How far is Singapore from Australia?? Just curious..

Enjoy all the shows...
I'm working, but I took leave to travel. Singapore is about 7 hours by plane to Sydney.
Four hours! Wow. When I was waiting in the dock area for the staff bus driver to get his coffee so that I could get to P5, the security guy said that the band were having a party because it was the 100th show and that Chris was going to still be in there for a while. That was close to 2AM so I guess it is better I left to go home then.

Apparently they have never stuck around so long at a venue before (according to the security guy, who is lovely, and to one of my boss-type people) and that it is because the dressing rooms are more spacious than usual at Acer Arena.
The security guy is really nice. He came out to talk to us for about half an hour before Chris came out. He had lots of great stories and anecdotes :nice:

[Ab]

Thanx for the reviews guys. :kiss:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=83725&id=530076540&saved#/album.php?aid=83725&id=530076540

Tell me if that works. It's a link to my photo album on Facebook of some of the pics I took last night.

Yes, it works......great pix, thanx! :D

[razors_girl23]

They're not the best pics haha. It wasn't my camera and it was way too slow taking pics with Chris running around like a madman :laugh3:

[svenky]

YouTube - coldplay green eyes live HD Sydney 2009

[svenky]

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - Hardest Part Piano Version

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - Clocks

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - In My Place

[Andy14]

A fantastic night. I waited around for Chris after the show, and when he did come out, he was his usual friendly and obliging self :)

[svenky]

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - Life In Technicolor/Violet Hill

YouTube - Coldplay Live 2009 Sydney March 12th - God Put A Smile Upon Your Face

[monkeyman]

i am going away in about 5 mins and i havent had time to split and upload the concert. promise i will do it sunday night and it will be up then... so just hold tight ;)

[svenky]

YouTube - Chris Martin of Coldplay talks about U2

YouTube - Coldplay

[KissesBirds]

OK... a very fast post since it's 3.30am already.

The crowd was definitely better tonight (especially the seated crowd... more people stood up :lol: in fact EVERYONE in the section beside me stood up :D) Setlist was the same as last night except for the C stage songs, which were Green Eyes, I'm a Believer and DWNC.

A bunch of us waited at the loading dock for the boys. Unfortunately Guy and Jon had left early again, and Will drove off but did not stop although he waved. We waited close to 4 hours in the cold before Chris finally came out. He took photos with everyone and signed one autograph per person :bomb:


Squee Squee Squeeeeee!

Get ready Min, for you are meeting Jonny today/tomorrow! :D


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[Mimixxx]

Wow, Chris has really been the hero of this tour. He's stopped for almost everyone. What a sweetheart.

first post updated :)

[but a dream]

They're not the best pics haha. It wasn't my camera and it was way too slow taking pics with Chris running around like a madman :laugh3:
:laugh3: I know what you mean Chris is always moving like crazy, the only decent shots I get of him are him sitting at the piano :P
Squee Squee Squeeeeee!

Get ready Min, for you are meeting Jonny today/tomorrow! :D


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I don't know if I can :sad: I hope so though :nice:
Wow, Chris has really been the hero of this tour. He's stopped for almost everyone. What a sweetheart.

first post updated :)
He is indeed :nice::heart:

[deaths_friend]

i dont really post in this part of the forum that much. over the last couple of years my passion for coldplay has died down a little bit but having been a fan for sooo long i really wanted to see them live at least once, and see what its like. having looked at the setlists for the tour i was dissapointed that they were soo one dimensional almost identical every night. but wow last night was one hell of an experience. one i will never forget. i've been to my fair share of big concerts but this was different to all of them. it felt like much more of a "show" rather that your regular concert. rather than just hearing 20-odd songs being played it was light show, stage spectacular and a hint of comedy from chris. despite experiencing countless technical difficulties through the night they sounded amazing. but the one thing i will remember from the show is how it felt like the band were performing for each and everyone of us individually at no point did it feel like they were simply going through the motions.

leading up to the show i was thinking this will the first and last time i see the boys live. but after last night my mind has been changed. i really hope they come back soon. i could continue writing about last night forever but i'll stop here. but highlight of the night for me was when the crowd sang the harmonies to viva la vida, a song i dont like that much but when its being sung by 20 000 sydneysiders its the best song in the world!!

[SueDeNimes]

i dont really post in this part of the forum that much. over the last couple of years my passion for coldplay has died down a little bit but having been a fan for sooo long i really wanted to see them live at least once, and see what its like. having looked at the setlists for the tour i was dissapointed that they were soo one dimensional almost identical every night. but wow last night was one hell of an experience. one i will never forget. i've been to my fair share of big concerts but this was different to all of them. it felt like much more of a "show" rather that your regular concert. rather than just hearing 20-odd songs being played it was light show, stage spectacular and a hint of comedy from chris. despite experiencing countless technical difficulties through the night they sounded amazing. but the one thing i will remember from the show is how it felt like the band were performing for each and everyone of us individually at no point did it feel like they were simply going through the motions.

leading up to the show i was thinking this will the first and last time i see the boys live. but after last night my mind has been changed. i really hope they come back soon. i could continue writing about last night forever but i'll stop here. but highlight of the night for me was when the crowd sang the harmonies to viva la vida, a song i dont like that much but when its being sung by 20 000 sydneysiders its the best song in the world!!
I know what you mean!
For me "Clocks" is overplayed or at leat I heard it too often. Hearing it at a concert however is a completely different thing!
Love it.

I'm happy for you that you got to see them live!
When leaving the venue all you have in your happy mind is thinking about when you will be able to see them again, isn't it?

I saw you'll record the benefit concert as well - thank you so much for doing that, you'll make MANY people happy!!!!

[razors_girl23]

It's strange how songs which aren't our favourites can blow our minds live. That happened to me on the last tour with Talk and on this tour with Lost. Nowhere near my favourite album songs, but up there with the best songs live for me.

[svenky]

YouTube - coldplay-glass of water-live@ Sydney 2009

[foxtrotoscar]

I got about 18 songs on video [nearly all of them in High Definition if you have a fast connection] i'm posting them up slowly [most are 300-400MB files and take a couple of hrs for me to upload]. i'll collect them all on a playlist on my youtube channel soon. In the meantime, what d'ya think about the colours in Life in Technicolor ii [encore]? Amazing....
YouTube - coldplay-life in technicolor ii-final encore-live@ Sydney 2009

[KellieP]

Sorry, didn't think to take a photo of him. Just an old-ish looking guy with silver/grey hair. Very British looking haha.

Yes, I just came home from the show to answer your question in the other thread. I'm exhausted haha. I was next to the fence with the end of the runway to my direct right. Planned last night to head to that spot if I couldn't get to the front (which I got nowhere near).



How did you know it was him?!:o

[razors_girl23]

Chris mentioned him and you could tell by the way the people around him were acting and the way he was acting that it was him.

[razors_girl23]

http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs020.snc1/2643_60753961540_530076540_2044871_6895446_n.jpg

Okay, so I THINK the guy sitting right at the tip of Chris' foot and behind the security guards head, is Chris' dad.

[Benjamin]

Okay, so I too was there on Thursday night and it was my first Coldplay concert.

What I can say is that it was one of the best nights of my life, ever. The atmosphere, the music, everyone singing along... it was just amazing. The boys have an amazing stage presence. I think I almost cried during Strawberry Swing.

I was with two friends. We were in the 4th standing row on the left side near Jonny. And about half way through the show we found ourselves in the 3rd row, somehow. I could see everything! Getting there early and queuing for hours certainly paid off!

My only disappointment of the night was that they played Green Eyes instead of Speed of Sound, the song that got me into Coldplay in the first place. Ah well.

I got myself a program and two t-shirts, I'm so happy I did. They were certainly on the expensive side, but I have no regrets. I also collected a ton of butterflies from Lovers in Japan.

Highlights of the night (the ones that stood out most for me):

Life in Technicolor - the months of anticipation finally paid off when this one started, and what a fantastic start it was

Clocks - this song sounds so much better live, plus the lasers complimented the song so well, everyone got really into it

Yellow - the yellow balls bouncing around the audience was expected, but exciting nevertheless, plus the song is a classic

Glass of Water - not everyone knew this one, though the rockier sound of the song had the crowd going, it's my favourite off the EP

Strawberry Swing - woooow, this song always gets to me, and sounded even better live

The Hardest Part - the acoustic performance of this one was great, and this song is a personal classic

Viva la Vida - nothing needs to be said; being their 'biggest' song, everyone was going crazy singing and the atmosphere was indescribable

Viva la Vida Remix Interlude - everyone in the whole arena was waving their mobiles around, that was an amazing sight

Politik - the usage of strobe lights was really great, everyone going mental jumping up and down was a bonus

Lovers in Japan - possibly my favourite song off the album, the butterfly confetti just added to the mood

Death and All His Friends - everyone shouting out those last lines, absolutely epic

The Scientist - my second favourite ballad (behind Amsterdam), it was amazing how the band entered at different times and eventually all played together

Life in Technicolor ii - the last song of the night, and such a great one to finish off with; the multicoloured 'VIVA' at the end was preetty (it's my computer background now)

Overall it was amazing night and one that I'll probably remember forever.

[Benjamin]

I got about 18 songs on video [nearly all of them in High Definition if you have a fast connection] i'm posting them up slowly [most are 300-400MB files and take a couple of hrs for me to upload]. i'll collect them all on a playlist on my youtube channel soon. In the meantime, what d'ya think about the colours in Life in Technicolor ii [encore]? Amazing....
YouTube - coldplay-life in technicolor ii-final encore-live@ Sydney 2009 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGPhC7CiULk)

Thank you so much for the videos! I've been watching them as you've been uploading them. :)

Out of interest, did you get Strawberry Swing, Violet Hill, and/or Politik?

Thanks! :D

[foxtrotoscar]

Thank you so much for the videos! I've been watching them as you've been uploading them. :)

Out of interest, did you get Strawberry Swing, Violet Hill, and/or Politik?

Thanks! :D
i got politik [awesome song]; but i took a rest during cemeteries of london, violet hill, death and all his friends and strawberry swing. i regret not videoing strawberry swing- great song-but i got quite a good vid of it in berlin in sept, it's up on my youtube channel [also my forum ID photo on the left of this comment is from my vid].
i used to regret not taking a camera to a gig, then not videoing the full song, then not enough songs, now i regret not getting all the songs! :angry:
lol, actually i'm pretty happy, security was pretty tight at Acer Arena, you had to empty your pockets and they even printed on the tkt that videoing was not permitted :D
here's the link to the sydney playlist>>http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=AC24C9D40DF52201

[Benjamin]

i got politik [awesome song]; but i took a rest during cemeteries of london, violet hill, death and all his friends and strawberry swing. i regret not videoing strawberry swing- great song-but i got quite a good vid of it in berlin in sept, it's up on my youtube channel [also my forum ID photo on the left of this comment is from my vid].
i used to regret not taking a camera to a gig, then not videoing the full song, then not enough songs, now i regret not getting all the songs! :angry:
lol, actually i'm pretty happy, security was pretty tight at Acer Arena, you had to empty your pockets and they even printed on the tkt that videoing was not permitted :D
here's the link to the sydney playlist>>http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=AC24C9D40DF52201

Oh, don't worry then. ;)

What you managed to get is amazing as it is... well done getting that past security!

[Benjamin]

gee, i havent been on here in ages...
went to coldplay just a few hours ago, was pretty good
i was seated a bit away but had a good view...
i (once again) taped the show (just audio). this time the quality is much nicer and clearer :D
ill be splitting that and uploading it 2moro
judging by the lack of any checks for cameras etc hopefully a video of thw whole thing will surface, but my audio should do for now... :p

Let us know when it's uploaded! ;)

[foxtrotoscar]

http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs020.snc1/2643_60753961540_530076540_2044871_6895446_n.jpg

Okay, so I THINK the guy sitting right at the tip of Chris' foot and behind the security guards head, is Chris' dad.

well, IF that's him in the front row, you get a good view of him in my high definition vid of In My Place, from 2:00-2:30mins. I must have been standing pretty close to you cos its the same view. in fact if you look closely i think i can see him saying "that's ma boy..";)
YouTube - coldplay-in my place-[HD]-live@ Sydney 2009

[monkeyman]

ok, zip file is uploading now... watch this spot (or be back in an hour or so.... :p)

edit: the upload screwed up and now it is going really slow... i'll leave it on over night and figers crossed it will be done in the morning...
sorry about all the delays...

[Jenjie]

In the past few weeks, a lot has been made of Chris Martin. U2's Bono called him a 'cretin' on BBC Radio, which has raised the long lasting question of where Coldplay stands in the list of "world's biggest band". As Coldplay's fearless leader, Martin has been charged with proving why this group of friends, originally from London, deserve the titles of greatness that have been placed upon them since their early days. I am here to tell you that he manages this feat with charm, confidence and the full support of each member of the band.

At the Acer Arena (formerly the Superdome) at Sydney's Olympic Park, Coldplay reinvigorated my love for not just one or two songs, but their entire catalogue. This was partially done by changing the formula of classics (a more up tempo version of Yellow, and a minimalist, electro version of God Put A Smile On Your Face are two great examples), but mostly from the energy that the band continues to bring to every track. This also shows how Coldplay continue to remain relevant and that’s through adaptation. Of course this could have turned sour - changing a good thing could shock the loyal fans into demons - but thankfully the boys know their audience well enough to push and pull just enough.

Decked out in very cool, Napoleonic military inspired outfits, Coldplay played a set that jumped through all 4 of their albums, as well as dipping into their latest EP, Prospekt's March. The focus was definitely upon Viva la Vida, but there was never a question that the songs that made the band huge - Yellow, The Scientist, Clocks, Fix You - were going to get a play.

The show was choreographed perfectly to bring the crowd to higher and higher still levels of euphoria. Apart from the main stage, there were two runways into the crowd which were used on numerous occasions during the performance (including a beautiful spot lit piano solo by Chris Martin.) During Yellow, confetti filled balloons poured into the crowd, and later still during the show fluorescent coloured, butterfly shaped paper fluttered through the air. However the show stopper was definitely when the crowd walked off the stage, and into the crowd to a mini-stage, previously unnoticed amongst the seats. Between songs played here (including a cover of The Monkees' 'I'm a Believer'), Chris Martin regaled the crowd with a witty, charming, and modest story, which he ended by expressing his gratitude for being considered in the same league as other world conquering bands, all of which must have been designed to remind fans and critics alike of just how big this band has become.

If you can't gather this by now, I loved Coldplay's concert. This was my third such experience, and every one has provided a different experience, but also has given me a new lease on my love for this band and the wonderful music they have consistently made. If you get a chance next time they are in a town near you, do not hesitate in buying a ticket.

http://twobearsinarecordstore.blogspot.com/2009/03/coldplay-acer-arena-sydney-march-12th.html

[monkeyman]

ok, here is the link: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=Y1QD6U3Q

i will make a thread for it in the audio/video part of this forum too... ;)

enjoy!

[Benjamin]

Woot, downloaded it! Not the best quality in the world but it's better than nothing. Thanks! :D

I keep thinking about this night... Being the only night of the four that I went to. This thread is completely dead compared to the threads of the other three Sydney nights.

Anyway, can I just say that it was absolutely hilarious when the standing crowd all booed Mercury Rev? We all thought they were finished and then they started playing another song! Hahahaha! :P

[Ab]

Anyway, can I just say that it was absolutely hilarious when the standing crowd all booed Mercury Rev? We all thought they were finished and then they started playing another song! Hahahaha! :P
Ouch! :laugh3: