14-Sep-2009: Phoenix Park, Dublin - Tickets, Previews, Meetups, Reviews/Photos

[busybeeburns]

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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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UPDATE:

Good afternoon. Coldplay have just announced a concert at Dublin’s 40,000-capacity Phoenix Park on 14th September 2009. Tickets priced €76.50 (including booking fee) will go on sale this Monday (Dec 15th) at 8am from the following outlets:

In person: from 100 Ticketmaster outlets nationwide
24hr hotlines: ( ROI ) 0818 719 300 ( NI ) 0870 243 4455
Buy online: http://www.ticketmaster.ie/

Tickets are limited to eight per person.

Anchorman

[coldpatrix]

Dublin show announced
December 9, 2008 4:00 pm
Band to play Phoenix Park on Sept 14th


Good afternoon. Coldplay have just announced a concert at Dublin’s 40,000-capacity Phoenix Park on 14th September 2009. Tickets priced €76.50 (including booking fee) will go on sale this Monday (Dec 15th) at 8am from the following outlets:

In person: from 100 Ticketmaster outlets nationwide
24hr hotlines: ( ROI ) 0818 719 300 ( NI ) 0870 243 4455
Buy online: www.Ticketmaster.ie

Tickets are limited to eight per person.

Anchorman

[but a dream]

OooOh Dublin :dance:

*is tempted to buy ticket for this gig as well*

[busybeeburns]

British band Coldplay have announced they will play a 40,000 capacity concert in Dublin’s Phoenix Park next year.

Coldplay have sold over 40 million albums over their decade-long career. Their latest album Viva La Vida or Death And All His Friends was released last June and reached number one in 36 countries, including Ireland, the UK and the US.

The band are playing two concerts at the newly-renovated O2 venue later this month. Tickets for these shows sold out within minutes of going on sale.

Tickets for the September 14th, 2009 Phoenix Park gig, which is subject to licence, go on sale next Monday morning priced €76.50, including booking fee.

http://www.irishtimes.com

[busybeeburns]

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Coldplay have just been announced to play the Phoenix Park next September 14th. The concert which has a capacity of 40,000 and is subject to licence follows the band’s forthcoming shows in the O2 on December 21st and 22nd.

Tickets limited to 8 per person for the Phoenix Park date are priced €76.50 including booking fee go on sale this Monday 15 December at 8am from the following outlets:

In person: from 100 Ticketmaster outlets nationwide
24hr hotlines: Tel: ( ROI ) 0818 719 300 ( NI ) 0870 243 4455
Online: www.Ticketmaster.ie

http://www.state.ie/blog/coldplay-to-play-the-the-phoenix-park-next-september/

[Mimixxx]

According to Chris who was on Radio 1 this morning, Girls Aloud will be the support for this show.

[Liam]

How come its only 40k?

[francois]

I'm going from belgium to Dublin with "Dévid"!

[paddy2008]

seen coldplay!!!!!!!!!!!! 19th december in oddessey belfast class !!! went to see them 23rd december in oddessey it even better second time round lol:P:P going to phoneix park wo hoooo!!!!!!! they rock best ever and put an amazing show on now all i need is to find people to buy tickets to go see them in wembley!!!!

[francois]

seen coldplay!!!!!!!!!!!! 19th december in oddessey belfast class !!! went to see them 23rd december in oddessey it even better second time round lol:P:P going to phoneix park wo hoooo!!!!!!! they rock best ever and put an amazing show on now all i need is to find people to buy tickets to go see them in wembley!!!!

see you there!!!!
can't wait...

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/event.php?eid=47668329046&ref=ts

[francois]

Does anyone know if there's an online Irish Fanclub???

[francois]

just received tickets!

[paddy2008]

there has to be some coldplay fans in belfast heading down to pheonix park to see them in september >???? need peeps to go with:D:D

[col89]

I got my tickets earlier on in the week!

Are Girls Aloud definitely added as the support act for this? I'd love it if it was true! Is it really confirmed?

[francois]

I got my tickets earlier on in the week!

Are Girls Aloud definitely added as the support act for this? I'd love it if it was true! Is it really confirmed?

I think Girls Aloud will support only Wembley...
Am I right?

[Mimixxx]

SEE COLDPLAY LIVE IN IRELAND!

Event Date(s): 6/13/2009
Event Time / Additional Information: 7pm-9pm
Contact Info: Fado
Web site: http://www.twinriver.com (http://www.twinriver.com/)
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[Aemilea]

Now that I'm in Dublin, I need to hook up with some Coldplay fans and go to this thing! :D

[Texasluvsjonny]

http://www.coldplay.com/graphics/newsthumbs/elbow.jpgElbow added to Dublin bill
July 13, 2009 5:55 pm
Bury's finest to play at Phoenix Park show

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Good evening. We're pleased to announce that wonderful Bury tunesmiths Elbow have joined White Lies on the bill for Coldplay's show at Dublin's Phoenix Park on 14th September. Click here (http://elbow.co.uk/) to check out Elbow's website. And click here (http://www.ticketmaster.ie/event/1800418AC49C506D?artistid=806431&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=60) if you'd like to get tickets for the Dublin show.

Anchorman

[Mimixxx]

I'm shocked. Elbow could easily sell out mega venues in Ireland..cool though :D

Wish they were doing the English dates :(

[Texasluvsjonny]

I'm shocked. Elbow could easily sell out mega venues in Ireland..cool though :D

Wish they were doing the English dates :(You need to dump those Manchester tickets and lets do Dublin. :wink3:

[x_Coldplay_x_Lover_x]

:o Elbow! :o Can't wait:D Manchester and Dublin for me!!!

[but a dream]

I'm shocked. Elbow could easily sell out mega venues in Ireland..cool though :D

Wish they were doing the English dates :(
You need to dump those Manchester tickets and lets do Dublin. :wink3:
I'm so tempted to do Dublin now.........

[bohs man]

Can't believe Elbow were added!! Its gonna be one truely epic and amazing day!! :D


White Lies.....Elbow.....Coldplay!


Thats what I'm talking about!!


900th post too!!! :D

[LittleMissMessy]

Okay ... currently in the process of checking flights and stuff as I am EXTREMELY tempted to add Dublin to my list of CP concerts :laugh3:

Has anyone ever been to Phoenix Park? On Ticketmaster it says 'no camera' but what's the experience from people with other concerts there? :confused:

Who's going? I mean, I can't imagine that it's honestly just 4 or 5 Coldplayers from the forum here ... :stunned:

[annabanana]

cant wait until september 14th. My first coldplay concert

[LittleMissMessy]

cant wait until september 14th. My first coldplay concert
So you're going :)
Cool!
Are you from Dublin?

[romah]

Okay ... currently in the process of checking flights and stuff as I am EXTREMELY tempted to add Dublin to my list of CP concerts :laugh3:

Has anyone ever been to Phoenix Park? On Ticketmaster it says 'no camera' but what's the experience from people with other concerts there? :confused:

Who's going? I mean, I can't imagine that it's honestly just 4 or 5 Coldplayers from the forum here ... :stunned:



Hello LittleMissMessy

I am going to gig myself ..first Coldplay gig ..yes

Just a little local information for you regarding Phoenix Park

It is basically a large park or green space situated in the west of Dublin city.

Best way to get to it will probably by bus. Buses will run from the city centre
(once i get more information I will post it here)

Phoenix Park would not be considered a regular music venue in Dublin.

The gig itself i understand will take place in a Marquee or Tent structure.

I actually find it difficult to imagine a crowd of 40,000 in a tent but i may be wrong.
It is going to be a very large tent then. :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Not sure if the gig is going to be sold out . There is a lot of advertising being done here and the ticket prices are a little expensive. Also the gig is on a monday night which is a bit unusual.

I wouldn't take any notice of the "no cameras" . They seem to allow normal digital cameras and camera phones but not video recording or cameras with large lens.

Looking forward to the gig ..

any other questions ..let me know i will see if i can help

Ray

[francois]

Create a 2minute video of why you want to come to Dublin to see Coldplay in concert and stay in Isaacs hostel.
Winner wins 2 tickets to see Coldplay in Phoenix park on 14th September plus FREE accommodation in Isaacs hostel.
All you have to do to win is

A. Create a short 2min video of why you want to see Coldplay in Dublin and stay in Isaacs Hostel
B. Up load it to Youtube
C. Send us the link with your name, address and contact details to events@isaacs.ie

And you could be off to the biggest event in Dublin this September.
Ready , Steady , ACTION............................................ .
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[francois]

Just a little local information for you regarding Phoenix Park

It is basically a large park or green space situated in the west of Dublin city.

Best way to get to it will probably by bus. Buses will run from the city centre
(once i get more information I will post it here)

any other questions ..let me know i will see if i can help

Ray

It would be great from you to post information about buses!
I came from Belgium and never been to Dublin!

[elspicko]

Thanx to my (now ex) girlfriend deciding she was happy being single after I've been in the middle-east for 5 months, I've got 1 free ticket / seat next to me for Coldplay Mon 14 Sep Pheonix Park, Dublin. Any single local Dublin / south County Down ladies want to accompany me for the weekend? You provide - some good company & sincere friendship (it's always nice to meet new people). I provide? How 'bout dinner Fri' night (11). Then some fun seeing the sights & sounds of Dublin all weekend, a lovely breakfastr Sunday morning, pubbing & clubbing Sat' night even - then Coldplay on the Monday. I'm no desparate pervy' pyscho, ok! Just want to see the boys with some good company, & a fellow Coldplay lover! And have some fun doing it! Oh yeah - I'm NOT rich, I'm tanned all over now (it's been hot out here!), I'm ok looking, & I've been away. From females. For 5 months. And I'm a male....you figure it out, girls.
THIS IS A SINCERE OFFER! GENUINE! Call me / text & pic' me from 7pm Tues 08 Sep onwards (morning / noon / night), as this is when I get home to Ballykinler, County Down: 07902 683021. Or Facebook me - Pilgrim Antony Patton. Leave me a message why don't ya'. You want to see Coldplay live & for free - wine with me, dine with me, have fun & enjoy!

[Josh42]

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[elspicko]

Thanx to my (now ex) g/friend deciding she was happy being sinlge after me being in the middle-east for 5 months, I now have a free ticvket / seat next to me to see the boys on Mon 14 Sep at Pheonix Park, Dublin. Any single Dublin / south County Down girls want to come with me - this is a sincere & respectful offer. You provide - some good company, your friendship, & a love of Coldplay too! I provide? How bout' a romantis dinner for two Fri (11 ) night? Then all weekend in Dublin, sightseeing & having some fun? Then Coldplay on the monday. By the way - I'm NOT rich, I'm ok looking I think, I'm now tanned all over (it's hot out here), & I've been away. From females. For 5 months. And I'm a male...you figure it out, ladies! Seriously though...interested? Call / pic' & text me after 7pm from Tues 08 Sep (I get home to Ballykinler by then after 5 months away! Yaaay!) on: 07902 683021. Or Facebook me - 'Pilgrim Antony Patton', & leave a message. This is A GENUINE OFFER! You want Coldplay? Wine with me, dine with me, have fun & enjoy with me!!!

[Lore]

I'm no desparate pervy' pyscho, ok! Just want to see the boys with some good company, & a fellow Coldplay lover! And have some fun doing it! Oh yeah - I'm NOT rich, I'm tanned all over now (it's been hot out here!), I'm ok looking, & I've been away. From females. For 5 months. And I'm a male....you figure it out, girls.

:laugh3:

[MrsMartin333]

awww :sad:

were you in the military :cry:

[Lore]

why don't you invite a friend?

[LiquidSky]

Thanx to my (now ex) girlfriend deciding she was happy being single after I've been in the middle-east for 5 months, I've got 1 free ticket / seat next to me for Coldplay Mon 14 Sep Pheonix Park, Dublin. Any single local Dublin / south County Down ladies want to accompany me for the weekend? You provide - some good company & sincere friendship (it's always nice to meet new people). I provide? How 'bout dinner Fri' night (11). Then some fun seeing the sights & sounds of Dublin all weekend, a lovely breakfastr Sunday morning, pubbing & clubbing Sat' night even - then Coldplay on the Monday. I'm no desparate pervy' pyscho, ok! Just want to see the boys with some good company, & a fellow Coldplay lover! And have some fun doing it! Oh yeah - I'm NOT rich, I'm tanned all over now (it's been hot out here!), I'm ok looking, & I've been away. From females. For 5 months. And I'm a male....you figure it out, girls.
THIS IS A SINCERE OFFER! GENUINE! Call me / text & pic' me from 7pm Tues 08 Sep onwards (morning / noon / night), as this is when I get home to Ballykinler, County Down: 07902 683021. Or Facebook me - Pilgrim Antony Patton. Leave me a message why don't ya'. You want to see Coldplay live & for free - wine with me, dine with me, have fun & enjoy!

awww hello there :) Sorry to hear about your ex g/f.. but yeah why don't you ask a friend to go with you. I'm sure that they would love as they haven't seen you much in a while..

welcome to the board btw :D

[elspicko]

Thanx to my (now ex) girlfriend deciding she was happy being single after me being away in the middle - east for 5 months, I now have a free ticket / seat next to me to see Coldplay for Mon 14 Sep at Pheonix Park, Dublin. Any single local Dublin / south County Down girls want to see the boys live, with me? You provide? Good company, your friendship, & a love of Coldplay too! I provide - how bout' a romantic dinner for two on Fri (11) night in Dublin. Then...some fun & sightseeing over the weekend. Then Coldplay on the Monday. Oh ladies - I'm NOT rich ( I wish), I'm ok looking I think, I'm tanned all over (it's hot out here), & I've been away. From female company. For five months. And I'm a male...you go figure it out, ladies! Seriously though - this is a GENUINE offer. Just wanna' see the boys with someone who loves their music as much as I do! Call / text & pic' me after 7pm from Tues 08 Sep (I get home to Ballykinler then after 5 months...yaaay!!) then anytime (morning , noon, or night) on 07902 683021. Or Face book me - 'Pilgrim Antony Patton' & leave a message. This is a genuine & sincere offer, girls. You want to see the boys? Wine with me, dine with me, have fun & enjoy with me!

[LiquidSky]

PS: Please don't spam all over the other sections...

[francois]

Hi everybody,

I'm going to Phoenix Park and I've got some questions!

What time do you think I should be in the queue if I want to be frontrow?
Where is the C Stage located usually? Is it possible to see when you enter the stadium? to stand appropriately!

thanks a lot

[romah]

Concert Information

Coldplay – Phoenix Park, Dublin on Monday 14 September 2009

With Special Guests Elbow & White Lies

Gates Open At 17:00
Show Starts 18:15
No Queuing Allowed Before 16:00

Patrons Are Advised To Be In The Ground At Least 45 Minutes Before Show Time. Please Note Times Are Subject To Change


The Phoenix Park Is The Largest Urban Park In Europe With A Unique History & Ecology. Following Consultation With The Gardai And Park Management The Following Arrangements Have Been Made

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

PLEASE USE PUBLIC TRANSPORT AS THERE IS VERY LIMITED PARKING AT THE VENUE IF YOU ARE TRAVELLING FROM DUBLIN CITY CENTRE THE QUICKEST WAY TO THE PHOENIX PARK IS TO WALK. IT IS APPROX. 45 MINUTES FROM O'CONNELL BRIDGE.
IF YOU ARE DRIVING PLEASE USE CITY CENTRE CAR PARKS AND WALK TO THE VENUE AS THERE IS VERY LIMITED PARKING AT THE VENUE.

SHUTTLE BUS
A limited direct shuttle bus service to the Phoenix Park will operate from Custom House Quay in the City Centre. Service will start at 4pm. A limited return service will operate after the show.

DUBLIN BUS
These Dublin Bus routes serve the Parkgate Street entrance of the Phoenix Park approx. 15 minutes walk to the concert site:
10 Donnybrook (UCD Belfield) to Phoenix Park (Infirmary Road)
10a Stillorgan (Shopping Centre) to Phoenix Park (Infirmary Road)
25 Pearse Street to Lucan (Dodsboro)
25a Pearse Street to Lucan (Esker Church)
26 Pearse Street to Palmerstown (Cherry Orchard)
66 Pearse Street to Maynooth (Straffan Road)
66a Pearse Street to Captains Hill (River Forest)
66b Pearse Street to Leixlip (Castletown)
66d Waterloo Road to Leixlip (Easton Road)
67 Pearse Street to Celbridge
68 Aston Quay to Newcastle / Greenogue Business Park
69 Aston Quay to Rathcoole

Routes 37, 38, 39 & 70 serve the Ashtown Gate of Phoenix Park approx. 15 minutes walk to concert site.
For more information tel: 01 873 4222 - 0830hrs ¬ 1800hrs (Monday - Saturday excluding Public Holidays) or www.dublinbus.ie. Remember there is no Nitelink service on a Monday night.

LUAS
The closest LUAS Red Line stop to the Phoenix Park is Heuston Station. You can leave the car at the Red Cow Park & Ride site on the N7. Heuston Station is approx 20 minutes walk to the concert site.

IARNROD EIREANN
If you are travelling from the south of the country the closest train
station to the Phoenix Park is Heuston Station. If you are travelling from Connolly Station, Ashtown Station (Connolly to Maynooth line)
is closest. Both stations are approx. 25minutes walk to the concert site.

PRIVATE TRANSPORT
AS TRAFFIC & PARKING DELAYS ARE INEVITABLE PLEASE AVOID DRIVING TO THE VENUE. USE PUBLIC TRANSPORT OR CARPOOL.
If you have to drive, leave at least an extra 3 hours for your journey to and from the venue.
There is very limited parking available at the venue with at least 15
minutes walk to the concert site.
There will be a minimum 90 minute delay in exiting the park by car after the show.
Before you set out check the AA Roadwatch website or call AA Roadwatch on 1550 131 811 (Premium Rates apply) for updates on road conditions, traffic delays & roadworks on your route.

PLAN YOUR JOURNEY TO THE PHOENIX PARK USING THESE DIRECTIONS:
FROM DUBLIN CITY CENTRE: Use Parkgate Street Entrance
FROM M11, N81, N7, N4: North on M50 to Junction 6 to N3 towards City Centre and follow traffic signs to Concert Car Parks through Castleknock Gate of the Phoenix Park. Please note there are extensive roadworks on the M50 FROM M1, N2, N3: South on M50 to Junction 6 to N3 towards City Centre and follow traffic signs to Concert Car Parks through Castleknock Gate of the Phoenix Park. Please note there are extensive roadworks on the M50

* SPECIAL NEEDS PARKING ON CHESTERFIELD AVENUE IN PHOENIX PARK
* SPECIAL NEEDS INFORMATION HOTLINE TEL. 0818 715 627 OR VISIT WWW.MCD.IE

CREDIT CARD COLLECTIONS AND GUEST LIST AVAILABLE FROM OFFICIAL TICKET OUTLET

YOUR SAFETY

THIS IS AN OUTDOOR EVENT. CONCERT RAIN OR SHINE.

DO
* Dress appropriately and always be prepared for the Irish weatherŠ bring your Wellington boots!
* Always check the weather forecast before setting off.
* Please note that under 16s must be accompanied by parent/guardian.
* Respect the property and privacy of residents in the vicinity of Phoenix Park.
* For your own safety please co-operate with stewards and Gardaí and follow any loudspeaker announcements.
* For your own & the safety of others please move slowly & quietly when exiting the Concert site & co-operate with stewards¹ directions.
* Note that catering & bar facilities are available inside the venue.
* Photo proof of age is required for sale of alcohol.
* Note that official merchandising will be available in side the grounds only.
* Note that the concert is being recorded for visual & audio broadcast.
* Note location of Information Point, Meeting Point, First Aid Areas and Water Points.
* Wear bright clothes or luminous armbands if you are walking in the dark.

DO NOT
* Bring garden furniture, deckchairs, fold up chairs, shooting sticks.
* Do not park illegally. Towing in operation. Please follow signs to carparks.
* Do not buy tickets from unofficial sources.
* Do not bring umbrellas, flagpoles or alcohol into the grounds. These will be confiscated at the ticket barriers.
* Do not rush the exits after the concert.
* Do not bring cameras or recording equipment into the grounds.
* Do not crowd surf or mosh, as you will be removed from the venue without refund.


WE WOULD APPEAL TO ALL FANS TO RESPECT THE LOCAL COMMUNITY BY NOT LITTERING, NOT ENGAGING IN ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR AND BY NOT PARKING ILLEGALLY.

THE SECURITY MEASURES BEING TAKEN ARE FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE - ENJOY THE CONCERT

[francois]

thanks man!!!

No Queuing Allowed Before 16:00:shocked2:

* Do not bring cameras or recording equipment into the grounds.

[philip]

Hello, I appreciate it's probably too late for this but I would like to sell one ticket for the Phoenix Park gig. I live in Northern Ireland and will post them tomorrow first class. Anyone living in the UK or Ireland would receive them in time. General Admission Face value £76.50. Anyone interested?

[Jenjie]

Hello, I appreciate it's probably too late for this but I would like to sell one ticket for the Phoenix Park gig. I live in Northern Ireland and will post them tomorrow first class. Anyone living in the UK or Ireland would receive them in time. General Admission Face value £76.50. Anyone interested?

do you mean 76 euro 50 or £76.50?

the first is the face value price according to ticketmaster.

[philip]

Face value £76.50 sterling.

[Mimixxx]

THE DECISION to hold a Coldplay concert in the middle of September and on a working night is as a result of the band’s tour schedule, promoters said yesterday.

Coldplay will be playing the Phoenix Park on Monday in what will be the last major concert of the year. The band will be supported by the 2008 Mercury Prize winners Elbow and White Lies.

MCD event organiser Louis Harte said Coldplay are currently completing their outdoor European tour and this was the only date available. “We are tying in with European tour dates. In the schedule, we either pick this date and bring as many people as we can to the concert or we reject it and disappoint people,” he said.

Coldplay sold out two concerts at the O2 in minutes in December just before Christmas. Their latest album Viva La Vida was the biggest-selling record last year.

The concert takes place in the Ashtown Castle section of the park where MCD hosted previous concerts in 2007 featuring Arcade Fire and others.

Garda spokesman Insp John Ferris said dealing with concert traffic during the traditional rush-hour will be a challenge, but the Phoenix Park had hosted bigger events. He said there were 18 bus services servicing the park, along with the Luas at Heuston Station and a shuttle bus from the Customs House Quay which is expected to carry between 4,000 and 5,000 patrons.

There will also be extensive park-and-ride facilities at the Red Cow Luas stop.

Motorists who normally use the park to get home from work are advised to take alternative routes out of the city and use the M50 to access west Dublin via the M3.

Chesterfield Avenue, the main road through the park, will be closed to traffic from 6.30pm.

“Our message is clear. We are asking patrons to use public transport,” Insp Ferris said.

The concert will have a capacity of 40,000 and is not yet sold out.

http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/ireland/2009/0911/1224254277127.html

[Jenjie]

Weather Report

Forecaster Michael Cleary said the weekend is "going to be warm".

"Temperatures in Kilkee may be above 20 degrees. There is no sign of any major changes for next week. It will be pretty warm," he said.

Tomorrow and Monday will also be dry with good and sunny spells expected each day -- good news for people attending Coldplay's Phoenix Park gig.

http://www.independent.ie/national-news/sun-has-his-hat-on-for-fest-fans-1884867.html

[Jenjie]

Just in case anyone missed Anchorman's post:

Stage times for UK/Ireland shows
September 11, 2009 2:45 pm
Who's on when in Manchester, Dublin, Glasgow and Wembley



Good afternoon. Quite a few of you have been in touch with the Oracle to ask what time the four acts will be playing at the upcoming Wembley Stadium shows. So, we thought we'd give you the official times for those gigs, as well as the upcoming shows in Manchester, Dublin and Glasgow.

MANCHESTER
4:00pm Doors open
5:40-6:20pm White Lies
6:50-7:50pm Jay-Z
8:30-10:30pm Coldplay

DUBLIN
5:00pm Doors open
6:20-6:50pm White Lies
7:10-8:10pm Elbow
8:40-10:40pm Coldplay

GLASGOW
4:00pm Doors open
6:00-6:40pm White Lies
7:00-8:00pm Jay-Z
8:40-10:40pm Coldplay

LONDON (both nights)
4:00pm Doors open
5:20-5:50pm White Lies
6:05-6:50pm Girls Aloud
7:20-8:20pm Jay-Z
9:00-11:00pm Coldplay

Our advice? Get there early.

(These times may be subject to change, but they're certainly accurate as of now)

Anchorman

http://www.coldplay.com/newsdetail.php?id=498

[bohs man]

Thanks!! Looks like I'm gonna have to go it alone now because my mate who was supposed to be going with me had an operation a few days ago and he's in no fit state to be standing at a concert for a few hours!

[Jenjie]

Thanks!! Looks like I'm gonna have to go it alone now because my mate who was supposed to be going with me had an operation a few days ago and he's in no fit state to be standing at a concert for a few hours!

awww that sucks :(

no-one else you could take with you instead?

[bohs man]

awww that sucks :(

no-one else you could take with you instead?

Nope! but I'm gonna have a great time anyway! I do know some others that are going so hopefully I will see them today! I love the Irish flag in the top left hand corner too! I don't know why it just makes me smile :D I'll try to sleep for a while and when I wake up it will only be a few hours until the concert! I wish there was more excitement surrounding this gig in this thread! :(

[Noémie]

Hi Dublin!!!

So it's your turn tonight!
And all Coldplaying's eyes are upon you ;)

Anyone already queuing?

Have a good day and an EXTRAORDINARY evening/night!!!!!!!!!!

:dance:

[Noémie]

From Twitter:

Coldplay - Gig in Dublin today folks. Guess I'd better get meself over there... R#42 http://twitpic.com/hp53i

[annabanana]

Heading to Phoenix Park in the next hour. All excited can't wait.

[lafferty23]

I love Dublin! Have fun tonight, all those who are going, and bring us pictures and videos on you return :)

[MartinFan]

Have fun everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[svenky]

http://twitpic.com/photos/coldplay

[Noémie]

Well, I hope we'll have some reviews, because this thread really seems empty...!
No Coldplayers in Ireland?
;)

[Raven12]

A tweet from Kirsten (littlemissmessy):

White Lies have just finished their set. Crowd was really good. Next Elbow will be on.

God, I wish I was there!! *sob*

Edit; So yes, there's at least one Coldplayer in Dublin :):)

[cant think of a name]

Well, I hope we'll have some reviews, because this thread really seems empty...!
No Coldplayers in Ireland?
;)
I've been to see them in Ireland before but not this time - I don't live there anymore!

Know a few friends who are going.

Hope everyone enjoys it!

[Noémie]

Good, I'm relieved!
;)

I'm sure they'll enjoy it (it's impossible not to!) :)

[cant think of a name]

Bah oui :)

[Stefan-C8]

Wow, this thread is empty compared with the Manchester one. :lol: (meaning: a lot less spam)

I'm still looking forward to reviews and pics though! Great supporting acts too, I'd love to see Elbow live.

[Raven12]

Elbow is amazing live! I've seen them on Werchter, they did an awesome set! :D

[Noémie]

Wow, this thread is empty compared with the Manchester one. :lol: (meaning: a lot less spam)

I'm still looking forward to reviews and pics though! Great supporting acts too, I'd love to see Elbow live.

And the Wembley thread...which is HUGE!

But our Irish Coldplayers will soon write some nice reviews and post some amazing pictures, I'm sure of it :)

Elbow must be nice yes!

[Raven12]

Another tweet from Kirsten:
Elbow are currently on and they are soo good!

[Noémie]

Another tweet from Kirsten:
Elbow are currently on and they are soo good!

:)

[Raven12]

The boys should be on stage now!! :dance:

Edit: They'll be on in a minute!! :dance:
Tweet from Kirsten: Magnificent is now on!

Second edit: I just got a text that the Blue Danube is on now..

[Noémie]

Twitter:

NirinaXX COLDPLAY'S STARTING!!!!!

:dance:

[Stefan-C8]

Probably Clocks now... :cool:

[Jay Niguez]

Probably Clocks now... :cool:Singin' ...

[Stefan-C8]

Youuuuuu...... are!

[Raven12]

"Oh and nothing else compares.."
:bigcry:

[Jay Niguez]

"Oh and nothing else compares.."
:bigcry:Why do you cry? :(:confused:

HOME!!!!

[Raven12]

Why do you cry? :(:confused:

HOME!!!!

Because I really really want to be there..

Edit; Probably Yellow on now..

Second edit; got another text from Kirsten, Glass of Water is on now!

[Stefan-C8]

Yeah, the fast version!

Lookatthestarslookhowtheyshineforyou *deep breath* andallthethingsyoudoanditwasallyellow

[Jay Niguez]

Because I really really want to be there..

Edit; Probably Yellow on now..

Second edit; got another text from Kirsten, Glass of Water is on now!Oh, okay... :(:confused:
Yeah, the fast version!

Lookatthestarslookhowtheyshineforyou *deep breath* andallthethingsyoudoanditwasallyellow

:awesome: !!!

[greeneyes1207]

the show is still going on right now, yes?

[Raven12]

the show is still going on right now, yes?

Absolutely! I think 42 should be on now, so they have just started! :D

[greeneyes1207]

ahh, very nice! I had no idea...just started looking at this thread. thanks!

[cant think of a name]

the show is still going on right now, yes?

Been on for about 50 mins or so.

[Raven12]

New tweet: Danphoenixfm: coldplay are now playing viva la vida omg its sooo good - less than 20 seconds ago from TweetDeck

Edit; Another tweet: dagda: Coldplay are covering mj! Wtf! - 1 minute ago from txt

Second edit; just got a text from Kirsten: Cstage has just finished but no set list changes so far. Some nice Will & Chris action during Billie Jean.

(And they played Trouble tonight..)

[Raven12]

And someone tweeted a picture:
rainylondon: coldplay!!!!!!! http://twitpic.com/hqzf9 - 4 minutes ago from TwitterFon

[Raven12]

On the phone with Kirsten now..
They're playing The Scientist!! :bigcry:

And end of call, Life in Technicolor just started..

[CPRani]

Show is almost over then :O!!

[Noémie]

Probably The Escapist by now...
:(

[Raven12]

No, no. Lit ii is now on!
They're not that fast ;)

Edit;
Now The Escapist is on and everyone's on their way out..
Show over, went by fast!!

[greeneyes1207]

awww

[CPRani]

aww!

All is left is Glasgow and then..

WEM-BLEY!

[greeneyes1207]

and Tampa......hopefully.....

[aniskywalker]

I'm a little sad that the tour comes to an end. But okay, the guys need a break...

[*Perrine*]

Yaaaay Trouble again !!! Sounds great for Wembley :dance:

[bohs man]

Too amazing to put into words right now! Best gig I've ever been at!

Also someone near the front had a funny banner. It said, "Chris I wanna have your Apples!" lol

[annabanana]

Just back from Coldplay gig......... Absolutely amazing .........too excited to sleep but also sad that the concert is over. Got really close to the stage Chris Martin is really really gorgeous.

[bohs man]

Just on a bit of a side note I don't know if it was done at the other previous shows but they played some hip hop song not long before they came on stage was just wondering if anybody knew what it was??

Thanks!

[jelynch2]

It was Jay-Z, wasn't it? At the shows I saw on this tour, they always played Magnificent, then the Jay-Z song, then Blue Danube...then it was showtime. :)

[jelynch2]

Back from Coldplay. Absolutely amazing I'm too excited to sleep but also sad that the concert is over. Got really close to the stage Chris Martin is really really gorgeous.

This might be a stupid question, but do you know why he's been wearing a sort of scarf recently? Is it that cold or is it just a fashion thing? Or is he in some strange way trying to protect his throat so he doesn't get sick?? hmmm.... that Mr. Martin...he is a tricky one to figure out, isn't he? ;)

[jelynch2]

Show is almost over then :O!!

Your siggy has such an amazing picture! Did you take that?? Crazy good.

[svenky]

set list please ^^ ?

[bohs man]

set list please ^^ ?

Same as Manchester except a small cover of an Irish song called "Ride On" (best known for being performed by Christy Moore) at the end of The Hardest Part. Also the first time in Cemeteries of London when it came to that part he changed it to Dublin. Other than that I'd imagine everything was the same as Manchester!

[svenky]

thank you ^^

[busybeeburns]

http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/images/2009/0915/1224254556262_1.jpg

THE SIGHT of grass bleached by the dry weather of recent days made it feel like a late summer’s evening in the heart of the countryside and not in the biggest urban park in Europe.

Coldplay might be as fashionable as Formica in certain circles but there are few acts that could draw a crowd of more than 30,000 people to the Phoenix Park on a Monday night in September.
The band with the biggest selling album of the last two years – Viva La Vida has sold eight million copies to date – brought their stage show to Dublin at the end of a marathon 15-month tour.

It was gig number 156 of a 159-date odyssey which began in June 2008 and will end in London on Saturday night for a group that lead singer Chris Martin described as the “world’s biggest soft rock band”.

“Thanks for missing your homework or whatever else you do on a Monday night,” he said.

He told the multitudes singing along to Yellow that they blew every other audience away.

Last night’s audience was predominantly female but there were plenty of twenty- and thirty-something couples. It was eminently civilised, as one would expect from a Coldplay concert.

Even the weather matched the lyrics of Coldplay’s latest single Strawberry Swing : “It is such a perfect day”.

It was dry and even the cloud cover made it balmy for the time of year.

The band opened up with two songs from Viva La Vida , an instrumental version of Life in Technicolor , followed by Violet Hill.

But the biggest reactions were to songs such as Yellow, which produced a cascade of yellow balloons, In My Place and Fix You , which encouraged the production of lighters and mobile phones. In an unaccompanied section, Martin played snatches of Jimmy McCarthy’s Ride On for the home-town audience.

http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/ireland/2009/0915/1224254556262.html

[busybeeburns]

Same as Manchester except a small cover of an Irish song called "Ride On" (best known for being performed by Christy Moore) at the end of The Hardest Part. Also the first time in Cemeteries of London when it came to that part he changed it to Dublin. Other than that I'd imagine everything was the same as Manchester!Thanks! Did Ride On replace Postcards?

[Raven12]

Just on a bit of a side note I don't know if it was done at the other previous shows but they played some hip hop song not long before they came on stage was just wondering if anybody knew what it was??

Thanks!

It's a song by Jay-Z, they play it before every show :)

This might be a stupid question, but do you know why he's been wearing a sort of scarf recently? Is it that cold or is it just a fashion thing? Or is he in some strange way trying to protect his throat so he doesn't get sick?? hmmm.... that Mr. Martin...he is a tricky one to figure out, isn't he? ;)

I am pretty sure he caught a cold and he wants to finish the tour badly so he wears a scarf to protect his voice/throat as best as he can.

[Noémie]

Back from Coldplay. Absolutely amazing I'm too excited to sleep but also sad that the concert is over. Got really close to the stage Chris Martin is really really gorgeous.

Oh yes! :P

Too amazing to put into words right now! Best gig I've ever been at!

Also someone near the front had a funny banner. It said, "Chris I wanna have your Apples!" lol

:inquisitive:
In reference to his daugher?
I don't find that very appropriate...
How did he react?

Same as Manchester except a small cover of an Irish song called "Ride On" (best known for being performed by Christy Moore) at the end of The Hardest Part. Also the first time in Cemeteries of London when it came to that part he changed it to Dublin. Other than that I'd imagine everything was the same as Manchester!

Great! A new song! :dance:
Did anyone take a video of it? We'd love to hear it :)

[francois]

A-MA-ZING

front row pics and review to come when i go back home

[InMyYellowPlace]

It was a brilliant gig - best I've EVER been to. I thought the best song was either Yellow or Death Will Never Conquer.

[CPRani]

Glad everyone had a nice time :dance:! Cant wait for reviews and pics!

Your siggy has such an amazing picture! Did you take that?? Crazy good.

Thank you! No I didn't take it myself, really wish I did though!

[Jay Niguez]

It's a song by Jay-Z, they play it before every show :)"I Just Wanna Love You (Give It 2 Me)" is the song ... Yea, by Jay-Z of course.

[LittleMissMessy]

Okay folks, logging in from my hotel in Glasgow! :)

Yesterday's show has been bloody amazing, everything around was more than perfect and Chris fucked up the beginning of THP as someone (a girl/woman) in the crowd yelled his name and he was really thrown off track by it and he was then joking that only his mum yelled at him like that ... everyone was laughing and cheering.

He was in an absolutely chirpy mood despite his cold/throat problems.
His singing voice was still great though but you could hear it when he was talking (which he did a lot).

C-Stage was wonderful with Trouble and everyone singing along :)
So when Billie Jean was on Chris changed a line and instead of singing 'She thinks that I am the one ...' he sang 'She thinks that Will is the one ...' which got everyone laughing.
Loads of Chris/Will action to be seen on the huge screen ... a sight for sore eyes :)

I was standing miles away from the stage and therefore hardly took any decent pics but I am going to upload some later on nevertheless.

Oh and I kind of pumped into Phil and he remembered me from Nijmegen (and that I told him which concerts I was going to see) and he gave me a signed LRLRL CD :)
When going out, I didn't get one and I just saw a few people having one CD so I don't know where they handed them out ... :confused:

[Sirhc]

Oh and I kind of pumped into Phil and he remembered me from Nijmegen (and that I told him which concerts I was going to see) and he gave me a signed LRLRL CD :)


That is awesome :dance: :dance:

[LittleMissMessy]

Here are some pictures :)

First of all, the most important one. At least to me :D

http://i477.photobucket.com/albums/rr137/LittleMissMessy_68/Coldplay_Dublin_14092009/14092009_40069.jpg
That's little old me near the River Liffey with the Penny Bridge in the background.


http://i477.photobucket.com/albums/rr137/LittleMissMessy_68/Coldplay_Dublin_14092009/14092009_40094.jpg


http://i477.photobucket.com/albums/rr137/LittleMissMessy_68/Coldplay_Dublin_14092009/14092009_40111.jpg


http://i477.photobucket.com/albums/rr137/LittleMissMessy_68/Coldplay_Dublin_14092009/14092009_40170.jpg


http://i477.photobucket.com/albums/rr137/LittleMissMessy_68/Coldplay_Dublin_14092009/14092009_40144.jpg

[Rich22142]

Hi,

For those lucky to attend can you tell me if there was an Inner Circle bit at the front? or Golden circle or whatever you want to call it? Basically, somewhere that you can get access to if you're in early? If so can you also get in and out to get drinks, toilets ..etc via a hand stamp or bracelet or similar?

Many Thanks :laugh3:

[bohs man]

Thanks! Did Ride On replace Postcards?

No Chris still played Postcards. It was just one or 2 lines that he added onto the end of The Hardest Part! Also at the start of Yellow most of the crowd were singing Olé Olé Olé Olé chant to which Chris was playing along on guitar which was nice :D

[bohs man]

Hi,

For those lucky to attend can you tell me if there was an Inner Circle bit at the front? or Golden circle or whatever you want to call it? Basically, somewhere that you can get access to if you're in early? If so can you also get in and out to get drinks, toilets ..etc via a hand stamp or bracelet or similar?

Many Thanks :laugh3:

There was no Inner/Golden Circle yesterday. Just a race to the front! For the support acts some people were able to go the toilet/get drinks but as it got later and more people came in you'd never get back anywhere near the front if you went for drinks/toilet.

[bohs man]

"I Just Wanna Love You (Give It 2 Me)" is the song ... Yea, by Jay-Z of course.

Thanks! :D

[bohs man]

Oh yes! :P



:inquisitive:
In reference to his daugher?
I don't find that very appropriate...
How did he react?



Great! A new song! :dance:
Did anyone take a video of it? We'd love to hear it :)


No no it was just a joke! Meaning the person wanted to have babies for Chris haha

I'm sure that videos will appear on youtube but it wasn't a full cover just 2 or 3 lines added onto the end of The Hardest Part :)

[*Sarah*]

Yesterday's show has been bloody amazing, everything around was more than perfect and Chris fucked up the beginning of THP as someone (a girl/woman) in the crowd yelled his name and he was really thrown off track by it and he was then joking that only his mum yelled at him like that ... everyone was laughing and cheering.

:laugh3: !!!

[SueDeNimes]

Okay folks, logging in from my hotel in Glasgow! :)

Yesterday's show has been bloody amazing, everything around was more than perfect and Chris fucked up the beginning of THP as someone (a girl/woman) in the crowd yelled his name and he was really thrown off track by it and he was then joking that only his mum yelled at him like that ... everyone was laughing and cheering.

He was in an absolutely chirpy mood despite his cold/throat problems.
His singing voice was still great though but you could hear it when he was talking (which he did a lot).

C-Stage was wonderful with Trouble and everyone singing along :)
So when Billie Jean was on Chris changed a line and instead of singing 'She thinks that I am the one ...' he sang 'She thinks that Will is the one ...' which got everyone laughing.
Loads of Chris/Will action to be seen on the huge screen ... a sight for sore eyes :)

I was standing miles away from the stage and therefore hardly took any decent pics but I am going to upload some later on nevertheless.

Oh and I kind of pumped into Phil and he remembered me from Nijmegen (and that I told him which concerts I was going to see) and he gave me a signed LRLRL CD :)
When going out, I didn't get one and I just saw a few people having one CD so I don't know where they handed them out ... :confused:
Awesome that you got a CD!!! :stunned: :dance:

I found a video of THP!!

YouTube - Coldplay The Hardest Part Phoenix Park Dublin 14th September 2009

[Noémie]

Okay folks, logging in from my hotel in Glasgow! :)

Yesterday's show has been bloody amazing, everything around was more than perfect and Chris fucked up the beginning of THP as someone (a girl/woman) in the crowd yelled his name and he was really thrown off track by it and he was then joking that only his mum yelled at him like that ... everyone was laughing and cheering.

He was in an absolutely chirpy mood despite his cold/throat problems.
His singing voice was still great though but you could hear it when he was talking (which he did a lot).

C-Stage was wonderful with Trouble and everyone singing along :)
So when Billie Jean was on Chris changed a line and instead of singing 'She thinks that I am the one ...' he sang 'She thinks that Will is the one ...' which got everyone laughing.
Loads of Chris/Will action to be seen on the huge screen ... a sight for sore eyes :)

I was standing miles away from the stage and therefore hardly took any decent pics but I am going to upload some later on nevertheless.

Oh and I kind of pumped into Phil and he remembered me from Nijmegen (and that I told him which concerts I was going to see) and he gave me a signed LRLRL CD :)
When going out, I didn't get one and I just saw a few people having one CD so I don't know where they handed them out ... :confused:

Thanks for your review! :)

Chris really seemed chatty!
And when he stops because someone screams his name, it's really too funny. :lol:

You bumped into Phil? :stunned:
And talked to him, again?
And he gave you a signed CD?
:shocked2:
Lucky you!!!!

:)

[x_Coldplay_x_Lover_x]

I couldn't find anyone giving out LRLRL either! Lucky I got two in Manchester, my friend asked someone where they got them but they said it was a long way back and they had an extra one so they gave it to my friend. I saw the poster of : Chris I want your Apples too! I think I saw Chris nudging Will and pointing at it and laughing..but maybe im wrong!

[*Perrine*]

@Kirsten : Woow so awesome for the signed LRLRL !! :stunned:

Awesome that you got a CD!!! :stunned: :dance:

I found a video of THP!!

YouTube - Coldplay The Hardest Part Phoenix Park Dublin 14th September 2009 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2W4-oeQX2U)
That is hilarious ! He probably felt like a child again :D

[clionad89]

How do I embed a picture or whatever, I've got a few..?
Coldplay were DEADLY, definitely better in the Phoenix Park than the O2.

http://twitpic.com/htvro/full

[suzy66]

I was there last night and just happened to spot what I thought was gonna be the c-stage so promptly positioned myself right beside it! Sure enough, I was right!! Brilliant stuff! So close to the action....got great pics too (including Chris's sweaty backs of his knees!!) Another triumphant gig by our boys....certainly giving our very own Bono a major run for his money ;-) Anyone let me know how to upload photos please???

[busybeeburns]

Hi you two! You can upload photos to flickr, photobucket, picasaweb etc and then use [IMG] [ /IMG] tags to embed them :)

[clionad89]

Ok, here are my photos and video. I have more photos and some videos but the sound on the videos came out really badly.. otherwise enjoy.

http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/300/dscf4376.jpg

http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/5556/dscf4348o.jpg

http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/2013/dscf4336y.jpg

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/5240/dscf4273p.jpg

http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/7749/dscf4275b.jpg

YouTube - Chris Martin Screws Up The Hardest Part Live in Dublin

[suzy66]

Thanks for that, hun......will get working on it asap :-))))

[uwwedoogie]

I got no LRLRL either! another person at the gig who took a different exit got none aswell!

Ride On was merely a short snippet at the end of THP which as always lead into postcards..

major cheer when Magnificent was played after elbow!

great gig.. heres a few pics!

http://s3.amazonaws.com/twitpic/photos/large/29964199.jpg
http://web6.twitpic.com/img/29965721-90804695bc71f6970bb170568ffd24cb.4aafd81c-scaled.jpg
http://web2.twitpic.com/img/29964433-0885a14201a108f3589c0f8ac62f2250.4aafd81d-scaled.jpg
http://web7.twitpic.com/img/29965894-047ead78feef508f430b57ed1040e197.4aafd87a-full.jpg
http://web11.twitpic.com/img/29965969-df64027bea555ad1505045134f810d76.4aafd879-scaled.jpg
http://web1.twitpic.com/img/29966162-610e76a82ccf8713702443c023102173.4aafd8a6-scaled.jpg
http://web10.twitpic.com/img/29966236-262aa6a53924a01b68f7945e1e3ba32b.4aafd8ca-scaled.jpg
http://web10.twitpic.com/img/29966327-f0eef897581980b82177685ca1f73b00.4aafd8d9-full.jpg

[uwwedoogie]

my LITii

YouTube - Coldplay - Life In Technicolor ii @ Phoenix Park, Dublin, 14/09/09

[francois]

Just back in Belgium!
Verry Tired so I'll be short for today!

We woke up at 8am because we wanted to be front row! We were the VERY FIRST at gate 3 (Nobody at gate 1 and 2) Strange!
http://nsa09.casimages.com/img/2009/09/15/mini_090915102538679335.jpg (http://www.casimages.com/img.php?i=090915102538679335.jpg)
I thought there will be more people. We were alone till 11am when 2 Spanish boys came. At 12 am we were 20 2 belgian guys, 10 Spanish, 1 french and some Irish I Guess.

-I usually see Coldplay in french speaking countries, so I noticed He was more joking, speaking etc in Dublin. it's easier for him! T' was funny!
-I like this girl hanging a sign "Finger me like you finger your guitar"
-Funny the video at the end of Yellow.
-A girl stopped Chris at the begi of the Hardest part! He said "You shout like my mother when she's angry" or something like that.
-Chris "It's not false modesty but we didn't expected such a welcome"
-"It is said that modays night's audience is the worst, but Irish peolple show us it is terrible fucking false"
-"I'm not going to sing City of blinding lights tonight"
...

Here are some pics, more to follow tomorrow in best quality.
http://nsa09.casimages.com/img/2009/09/15/mini_090915101910490910.jpg (http://www.casimages.com/img.php?i=090915101910490910.jpg)
http://nsa09.casimages.com/img/2009/09/15/mini_09091510192570560.jpg (http://www.casimages.com/img.php?i=09091510192570560.jpg)
http://nsa09.casimages.com/img/2009/09/15/mini_090915101856763575.jpg (http://www.casimages.com/img.php?i=090915101856763575.jpg)
http://nsa09.casimages.com/img/2009/09/15/mini_090915101341244045.jpg (http://www.casimages.com/img.php?i=090915101341244045.jpg)
http://nsa09.casimages.com/img/2009/09/15/mini_090915104603364055.jpg (http://www.casimages.com/img.php?i=090915104603364055.jpg)

[Noémie]

-"I'm not going to sing City of blinding lights tonight"
...



:laugh3:
Funny Chris.

Yes, he seems more chatty in English-spoken countries, too bad for the Frenchies like me...
I wish he'd talk like that in France too!

Thanks for your review and pictures! :)

[fitzy1982]

awesome gig last night one of the very best:)

[francois]

Also at the start of Yellow most of the crowd were singing Olé Olé Olé Olé chant to which Chris was playing along on guitar which was nice :D
Just! it was sung several times by the crowd (in which lot of spanish front)

you'd never get back anywhere near the front if you went for drinks/toilet.
Yes, because I was front row I had to pee from 5pm to 11! Be carefull


I think I saw Chris nudging Will and pointing at it and laughing..but maybe im wrong!
That's right, but I thougt it was for the ("finger me...." I talked about before)

there were other signs
"I want your babies"
"Fix me"
"See you soon"

[marie/pims]

Awesome that you got a CD!!! :stunned: :dance:

I found a video of THP!!

YouTube - Coldplay The Hardest Part Phoenix Park Dublin 14th September 2009 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2W4-oeQX2U)


hhahaha.His "mum" comment was funny:lol:

[luguy]

Hi! I'm one of the Spanish guys with the "finger me like your guitar/bass" poster that Francois told before! Yesterday it was my first coldplay gig ever and I'm still shocked! I can't believe I attended a coldplay concert and at the very first row!

We arrived at Phoenix Park near midday... and we got to the entrance by 1 pm. My two friends and I met other two Spanish guys there, and some others coming from Mexico. We were so surprised that there were only around 15 people there, and most of them speaking Spanish!

Once we got in, we started to talk to the security staff, and my friend had the idea of asking them for a piece of white box. So she wrote with a pilot pen the famous FINGER ME LIKE YOUR GUITAR/BASS. She got the attention of all the security guards, and even some kinda proposition, like "that guy wants to finger your G strings":D:D:D

When the Coldplay show started, I got frantic and I took the poster (I don't know the exact name in English, is that poster?) and waved it the highest I could. I'm about 1.85m so I got Chris to kinda read it by the first songs of the gig, but I think he couldn't manage to read the whole sentence (it wasn't easy, we used a pen :P). Then, we concentrated on the songs and we forgot about the poster.

By the end of the show, I took the poster again, I don't remember why and even I don't remember in which song (perhaps death and all his friends or life in technicolor II). That time, Chris saw it, and read it... and I'm sure he did because many gestures showed up in his face in only 3 seconds, I imagined his thoughts were like: "what's that? am I reading finger me...??:stunned: yeah! and who's holding it? A beautiful girl? OH NO! IT'S A GUY!:shocked2: hahaha, I don't know if u're serious but you've got my attention :wink3: that was funny!:smug:"

And I didn't see him nudging Will, but he nudged Guy for sure and seeked the poster, but HOLY CRAP! I wasn't waving it so Guy just took a glance and I couldn't get him to see the hole sentence.

That was our anecdote hahaha (in Spanish jajajaaj :P). I've got some great pics from the first row, I'll try to learn how to upload it here so as to show you.

I'm sorry about my English... it's nice to meet you!

[bart]

Hi! I'm one of the Spanish guys with the "finger me like your guitar/bass" poster that Francois told before! Yesterday it was my first coldplay gig ever and I'm still shocked! I can't believe I attended a coldplay concert and at the very first row!

We arrived at Phoenix Park near midday... and we got to the entrance by 1 pm. My two friends and I met other two Spanish guys there, and some others coming from Mexico. We were so surprised that there were only around 15 people there, and most of them speaking Spanish!

Once we got in, we started to talk to the security staff, and my friend had the idea of asking them for a piece of white box. So she wrote with a pilot pen the famous FINGER ME LIKE YOUR GUITAR/BASS. She got the attention of all the security guards, and even some kinda proposition, like "that guy wants to finger your G strings":D:D:D

When the Coldplay show started, I got frantic and I took the poster (I don't know the exact name in English, is that poster?) and waved it the highest I could. I'm about 1.85m so I got Chris to kinda read it by the first songs of the gig, but I think he couldn't manage to read the whole sentence (it wasn't easy, we used a pen :P). Then, we concentrated on the songs and we forgot about the poster.

By the end of the show, I took the poster again, I don't remember why and even I don't remember in which song (perhaps death and all his friends or life in technicolor II). That time, Chris saw it, and read it... and I'm sure he did because many gestures showed up in his face in only 3 seconds, I imagined his thoughts were like: "what's that? am I reading finger me...??:stunned: yeah! and who's holding it? A beautiful girl? OH NO! IT'S A GUY!:shocked2: hahaha, I don't know if u're serious but you've got my attention :wink3: that was funny!:smug:"

And I didn't see him nudging Will, but he nudged Guy for sure and seeked the poster, but HOLY CRAP! I wasn't waving it so Guy just took a glance and I couldn't get him to see the hole sentence.

That was our anecdote hahaha (in Spanish jajajaaj :P). I've got some great pics from the first row, I'll try to learn how to upload it here so as to show you.

I'm sorry about my English... it's nice to meet you!

sounds good... !

[Mimixxx]

-I like this girl hanging a sign "Finger me like you finger your guitar"

:o

[*Perrine*]

Omg did chris like it ? :o

[Zeya]

:sick:

[francois]

Hi folks, here's my review:

First of all, English isn't my mother tongue, so, I'll try my best!

(does anyone can explain to me how to upload pics to the gallery?)

We decided to go to Dublin in January when the Stadium tour was announced. We've chosen Dublin to make a trip in this country we've never been to.

The show was the final point of a one week trip across Ireland. We haven't had any rain! Great when we know it was raining daily since 3 months!

We arrived in Dublin 2 days befor the show to visit.
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Even 2 days before, there were already signs, and the stage was already setled.
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On the 13st we went to the Fritzsimons bar inTemplebar. There was a gig. When the band began to sing "viva la vida" people went crazy! Dancing and singing everywhere! For Sure they were going to the phoenix park on Monday!!!

After a very short night, I can't sleep! We were the day D! My mobile had to ring at 8 am but I was awake since 6.30! At 8 am I went out of My bed, took My trouser, a suit, My ticket and go! Over excited! 8 hour could seem early but we ABSOLUTELY WANTED to be front row a this time!

We went to the supervalu to buy some food and drink because the day will be very long!

at 8.55 we took a bus aston quay. We got out at Parkgate street and we had to follow the signs till THE PLACE!

The Sky was gray. I really didn't want any kind of rain! finger crossed!

We walked a endless straight ahead road. There were signs every 10m saying "not parking allowed today" and big generators with light and police cameras for later.
After this endless walk, we saw the HUGE STAGE! great!

We went to the crew and VIP entrance to ask our way to a steward. there were already lot of tour busses, catering trucks, etc, etc...

At 10 am we were at one gate! The "gate 3" We were really, really surprised because there were NOBODY! Strange! I asked a steward if it was the good place. I told me it was ok and that there were other gates (the 1 & 2) but that he haven't seen anybody there yet! I reminded me The gates were only opening at 5pm. "I know" I answered.

So the endless wait could begin...

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One Irish local stopped and chatted with us. Saying we were crazy and that i hoped for us there won't be raining!

at 11am the 3st and 4st people arrived! YEAHHHH! There were spanish! They couldn't get tickets for Barcelona (fortunately:rolleyes:)

at 12 am we were 20, us, a lot of Spanish, one french and some Irish I think.

Then a Steward came and he old us we can't wait there, that the queue wasn't allowed there and that we had to queue next to the crew entrance!
It was verry strange, other stewards said the opposite! We made 2 go and returns! Nobody was understanding what it was happening! And everybody didn't want to lose is front place!!!

Finally, we found THE RIGHT PLACE! In fact, steward were not allowed to block the gate 3 street before 16pm. So, they didn't want the crowd in the street before that hour!

There were already 15 people at this new queue. unfortunalely for them, I took my front place back;). i met 2 other bangian guys who are studying at the same university as I'm!
Here's what we were seeing from the queue:
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Suddenly, stewards were excited, they stopped cars, a "Viva Crew with a talkie came"
Yes, THE BAND WAS ARRIVING!
It was 16 PM, 3 cars with Police.
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at that time the crowd was (finally) there. A lot of people!

at 16.40pm we were allowed to move to the gate! I was ready for the faster run of my life! we were at 800m/1KM of the gate!!!
Stewards were verry scared! They absolutely didn't want the crowd to run! In fact they came with us, there were stewards everywhere shouting "WALK! DON'T RUN! "SLOWLY" "GET OUT OF THE GRASS" etc!
twas strange!
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after that we were allowed to go to the access control. Still with stewards shouting and stopping anyboby who was running!

after the bags control, my god, I was in front of this fucking huge stage! WOW great!
But still 500m to the goal! I've never "walked" as faster! I couldn't feel my legs and my foots! my god!
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In the last 50 m, Steward couldn't do anything! RUN RUN RUN! I think I was as faster as Ushain Bolt:cool:

and then:
OH MY GOD! WE ARE FRONT ROW! YEAHHHHHHHH:o:o
Everybody was shouting, and congratulating each other! great! People went crazy :D
We began to sing viva la vida "oh oh oh oh oh ohhhhhhhhhhh"
and "olé olé olé"
or "coldplay, coldplay"


I had to pee but you can imagine I was going to wait for a moment ;-)

Later White lies began, Poeple were verry receptive and even singing some songs!
it was cool! They thanks Coldplay for inviting them.
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Then Elbow came. they were fucking good! people enjoyed!
Before to leave, they talke about coldplay, saying it will be our best night ever and that they were good!
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Then it was over! People began to shout COLDPLAYYYYYYYYYYY.
People was pushing to get nearer and nearer. Stewards were giving some water.
Good music before the show as crew was cleaning up the stage.

After that MAGNIFICENT! The countdown had started! YIHAAA
Jay Z, and the dancing roadie, people were laughing.

And then BLUE DANBE
Roadies came to show the coregraphy!
One just in front of me said "come on guys, you paid for this fucking shit:stunned:"
And then, lights off, and LIT

I was so excited, COLDPLAY CAME with their light stuffs in their hands. I was ready for one of my best nights ever!

It was the first time I saw them in an English country so I was happy to hear chris talking, joking etc! i had never heard him as much before!

I will not repeat all anecdotes/jokes we talked about before
(finger me ..., Girls crying during THP, X factor, city of bliding lights, ...)

When Chris explained LRLRL was given away, He had one in his hands; He throw them in the crowd but the cd crashed between the stage and us!!! A steward gave it to the girl next to me; Fuck! i wish I was a girl!

I think it was my best Colplay show ever! Chris was runing everywhere, jumping etc!

Politik rocked! I verry enjoyed it! With the light show to be blind for the rest of your life :o

At the end, they disapeared quickly to avoid the crowed I think. (the VIP out was full with thousands of peoples 30 min after! It was the only road to reach the Dublin center) Even Chris told Johnny to hurry!
As you can see here, Chris was fast!
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After the show, I stay there for minutes thinking about what i've just seen... trying to get from the stewards a setlist (not succesful)
(and thinking, oh shit, Tomorrow I would be at University in Belgium:laugh3:)

Buses were crowded; we had 1 hour walk to reach the center and.. the burger king! (We only eat 1 packs of cookies between 8am and 3pm :\)
Streets were FULL of people back from the concert, singing "oh oh oho hohhhhhhhh"

Actually MY BEST COLDPLAY SHOW EVER! Really.

Thanks for reading, sorry for the mistakes and for my "french English"

see you folks!
VIVA LA VIDA!

Some PICS:
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ALL MY PICS HERE (http://picasaweb.google.com/fransdoigt/COLDPLAYPHOENIXPARK?authkey=Gv1sRgCMjfrvDQkPrjvwE&pli=1&gsessionid=W-ayM-wBl4Tfzrf8lcaErA#):

[Zeya]

Thanks for the review and photos francois ;)

[katja]

Thanks for the nice pics and the review!!!!

[Raphaele]

thank you François

[Noémie]

Thanks for your review and pictures François!! You took plenty of them! :)
I like this one:

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They seem to have noticed or recognized something/someone...!


Hi! I'm one of the Spanish guys with the "finger me like your guitar/bass" poster that Francois told before!

I'm kinda shocked by your banner...
:stunned:

:confused:

[francois]

Thanks for your review and pictures François!! You took plenty of them! :)
I like this one:

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_hBFDNtdVdXw/SrD-rAwUrpI/AAAAAAAAAyM/aCwWs58K1A8/s640/IMG_0034.JPG

They seem to have noticed or recognized something/someone...!




I'm kinda shocked by your banner...
:stunned:

:confused:

I think they infact noticed the banner "Finger...."

[nancyk58]

To Francois: Thank you for the review and photos, Francois! I can imagine Chris' surprise when he read the text on that banner - and that banner was held by a guy! :D

[clionad89]

Loved the review and pics. It's interesting the way people say that there's more joking etc in the English speaking countries. I'd say it was brilliant being at the front but I don't think I could possibly wait that long!

[luguy]

I like this one:



They seem to have noticed or recognized something/someone...!


yeahhhhhhhh, that was the exact moment when chris showed the guys our banner :)

thanks for the review and the pics francois, specially for that one!!

here are some of my pics too:

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trying to read sth chris?? hahahaha, sorry about the quality :(
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and here you can see the stweards having some fun with the banner!
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[Noémie]

Thanks for your amazing pictures luguy! :)

I'm really surprised that everyone is laughing about your banner...yeah, maybe it's a cultural thing! I can't imagine a banner like that in France, I think everyone would consider it rude...
Well, I don't really know...
But it's interesting!
;)

[Jenjie]

COLDPLAY: Just like you, I thought they were boring. Then I saw them live.

On Monday I started a new job. Twelve of us are doing a two week induction. When one of the guys mentioned that he’d be tired on Tuesday morning because he was going to the Coldplay concert that night, the trainer told him not to worry, as he would be able to get plenty of sleep during the concert!

The guy meekly replied, “They’re not that bad.”

He’d probably spent around 70 Euros for the ticket, but that was the best reply he could give. Despite being one of the biggest bands in the world and the lead singer married to a Hollywood star, people think Coldplay are dull.

No one shouts about being a Coldplay fan, but someone must have bought the albums, otherwise the band just wouldn’t be so big.

Coldplay have no street cred. To admit to being a Coldplay fan is open yourself up to the possibility of being perceived as being boring.

Anyway, when I got home from work on Monday, my housemate offered my girlfriend and I, two tickets to see Coldplay in concert at Phoenix Park! His mother had won them in a radio competition. He’d arranged to go with a friend but had been let down at the last moment.

I’d never got into Coldplay’s music, never been to Phoenix Park and the prospect of standing out in the open on a Monday night for a couple of hours, with the possibility of rain, wasn’t particularly appealing, but I was curious. What were they like in concert?

The answer is they were absolutely brilliant. Chris Martin, the lead singer, worked hard to build a rapport with the audience, thanking us for coming out on a Monday night and spending money to see Coldplay during a recession! The band’s boundless energy, humour and willingness to try and connect with audience was impressive, as to were the songs, musicianship, sound, stage and screens. Big yellow balloons, confetti and fireworks at the end, made it a great evening.

If Coldplay are boring, then every other band in the world is going to have to try much harder, because this band is fantastic where it matters – LIVE in concert.

http://dublinbabu.wordpress.com/2009/09/20/coldplay-just-like-you-i-thought-they-were-boring-then-i-saw-them-live/

[Jenjie]

Coldplay, Phoenix Park 2009, a pleasant evening of hygienic rock

Let me first freely admit that I’m not a huge Coldplay fan. I enjoyed A Rush of Blood to the Head when it was released in 2002 but never really continued listening after that. However a friend of mine was kind enough to offer me a free ticket to their Dublin concert, so along with a few folks, I headed off to the Phoenix park last Monday night.

The weather was perfect and the 30,000+ crowd were obviously in great form as the night got started, you could feel the energy in the air while Elbow provided warm up. Elbows’ music quite frankly bores me to tears, constantly swelling but going nowhere (seriously lads would it kill you to add a riff or melody?) but the band were so likeable and eager to entertain the crowd, that it’s hard to be critical of their performance.

And so on to Coldplay. Around 9 they hit the stage and from the offset it was obvious we were about to be bombarded by some serious soft rock. The lights dipped and the band skipped and frolicked on to stage, each member twirling a fizzing sparkler… I suddenly wondered if the term “fluffy rock” might be more appropriate. From the jaunty keyboard riffs to the just-adorable matching cavalry outfits, the impression was akin to watching an ageing but determined boyband take to stage.

But perhaps I’m being overly harsh. I have to admit the crowd went absolutely bananas during the opening five songs and Chris Martin’s energy in particular was mightily impressive, serving to remind me just how many old timers I’ve been going to see in concert recently. Coldplay put a serious amount of energy into their performance and the crowd reacted accordingly.

But the thing is, what stuck me the most about the band was their unbearably intense cleanliness. I wanted to run onto the stage and fling some mud at them, rip their clothes or get them blind stinking drunk, just to see some sort of grit or depth (I think they went to a more gutsy place when they wrote The Scientist but sadly decided once was enough). They are just so darned shiny, sweet and all round nice, that it’s an injustice to tag them as in any way, rock and roll.

Let me give you some contrast: Back in 2003 Ryan Adams released his album Rock n Roll and played the Olympia to promote it. I bought my ticket and went along expecting the usual new material and back catalogue selection. Ryan and the band played for 58 minutes, ripping through the Rock N Roll album like hell the musical, playing only one song that wasn’t from the album. Ryan sank a bottle of wine during the performance, argued with an eejit from the audience and fell about ripping chords from his guitar in a drug fuelled display of pure frustration, anger and belligerence. I left the concert furious that I’d spent my hard earned cash on 58 minutes of a concert but I have to admit, I absolutely buzzed with adrenaline from the pure anarchic rock and roll passion of it all. That was true rock. Of course it would be unreasonable to expect every musician to destroy themselves for their art but come on… sparklers?!

I would be doing Coldplay an injustice if I left this review at that though. Their dedication to entertaining their audience was nothing short of spectacular. We had dozens of massive bouncing balloons dropped on us, two explosions of fake autumn coloured leaves scattered across the crowd, impressive stage props, a free CD and a fireworks display – I’ve never seen a band put that much effort into entertaining a crowd, pretty impressive for a €76 ticket. Every person I looked at was enthralled, entertained and excited by the whole spectacle, so I will freely admit my less impressed response was in the minority. To sum up: An impressive evening of pop music, but next time I’ll pass the ticket on to a more deserving fan.

http://www.culch.ie/2009/09/17/coldplay-phoenix-park-2009-a-pleasant-evening-of-hygienic-rock/

[annabanana]

Coldplay forever............:laugh3: