[21-Sept-2011] Coldplay @ Much Music, Toronto

[secretspy]

Any one see this announcement other then me?!
Heres the link to the twitter announcement, apparently they announced it live on one of their shows as well

http://twitter.com/#!/muchmusic

No idea what this really means yet; sounds like an interview as well as hopefully live performance (of Paradise!? :D) but nothing confirmed.
More details to come!

Just posted to Coldplays twitter

Coldplay will play a special show for Much Music in Toronto on Sept 21st - info (inc details of ticket contests) at http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay A

Contests to win tickets open Sept. 12th (the day Paradise is released)
no info as to whether tickets can be purchased yet.

[jc90]

I did but thought against posting as i'm sure someone else would...

for all the non-canadians, MuchMusic is basically like MTV, almost exactly in the way they advertise themselves as a music channel but do anything but play music...then again, who can pass up an opportunity to see Coldplay!

http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay

[Juanma]

Coldplay will play a special show for Much Music in Toronto on Sept 21st - info (inc details of ticket contests) at http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay A
2 minutes ago

[hux90]

Does anyone know if there will be real tickets or is it just a contest??

[jc90]

the link is under the 'contests' tab so...I guess thats your answer

[hux90]

the link is under the 'contests' tab so...I guess thats your answer

Well then I hope I win :D Even though I'm from Quebec...

[jc90]

Well then I hope I win :D Even though I'm from Quebec...

it appears included is airfare and spending cash

You & 5 friends could WIN tickets and a trip to Toronto!
Get roundtrip airfare, swanky accommodation, spending money, and all-access passes for you and your posse.

[Juanma]

^ which countries ? Only canada?

[hux90]

it appears included is airfare and spending cash

True, but there's also the Rogers contest that seems to include only the tickets, I'll apply for both :D

EDIT: I'm sure it will be worth the long drive if I win...

[LadyBellaStrawberry]

Im from out west, Id like to go sooo badly! So is it true? They are COMING ? :o

[LadyBellaStrawberry]

& Do you have to be with Rogers to enter their contest?

[coldplayfan24]

and if your already from Toronto? I hope I can enter...
Its the day after the Live on Letterman show too, they never take a break do they.

even if I don't win I think it will be outside so I'll go downtown anyway...but lets hope I win!

[leahg]

good luck fellow Canucks. So jealous. I've been on vacation all summer but now they are coming to Can. in Sept. :( Won't be able to get away from work (and a 2 hour plane ride)

[jc90]

its on a school night so even if i won it would be iffy to make it...gonna skip the 2 gigs Noel Gallagher is coming for too :(

[coldplayfan24]

its on a school night so even if i won it would be iffy to make it...gonna skip the 2 gigs Noel Gallagher is coming for too :(

Skipping Noel Gallagher shows :o
Personally I wouldn't dream of that. and Coldplay...wow that sucks

[hux90]

& Do you have to be with Rogers to enter their contest?

Yeah, rogers has a sort of Text Message Box Office, but it's only for their customers.
This is the first time I'm glad to be a Rogers customer :D

[LadyBellaStrawberry]

Yeah, rogers has a sort of Text Message Box Office, but it's only for their customers.
This is the first time I'm glad to be a Rogers customer :D

Awe lucky people. I guess Ill watch it on tv. :cry:

[jc90]

Skipping Noel Gallagher shows :o
Personally I wouldn't dream of that. and Coldplay...wow that sucks

lol, i know i know but i've only started listening to Oasis stuff (i'm far behind) for a year abouts and figured i'm far from the biggest fan of his so i'll give my spot away to a bigger fan; one who deserves it more than me.

edit: now i'm back and forth...would be nice to see him with a couple buds of mine...and it appears the Coldplay show is free and all and everyone in my fam is with Rogers so I stand a good chance of winning a couple ticks, too bad my university wifi is slow though and id be missing 2 days of school...even if i did win, no would could take me

[busybeeburns]

http://blog.muchmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Coldplay-Live-In-The-Lot.jpg

Rogers Presents Coldplay Live In The Lot at MuchMusic on September 21!

Holy amazeballs! We have literally (I mean it, literally) been bursting at the seams wanting to share this most epic of epic news with all of you and now the day has arrived! One of the greatest bands of all time, Coldplay, are coming to MuchMusic to rock our parking lot like it’s never been rocked and even better – you can be there!

Find out how to be a part of Rogers Presents Coldplay Live In The Lot on September 21 after the jump!

There are two ways to enter for your chance to see Rogers Presents Coldplay Live In The Lot in person! Let’s count these ways down, shall we?

Numero Uno: You and five of your besties can win tickets and a trip to Toronto, including round trip airfare, swanky accommodations, spending money, and an all-access pass for you and your entourage of five. You can enter here (http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay) starting Monday, September 12 at 11 am ET until Tuesday, September 13 at 11 am ET.

Numero Deuce: ATTENTION ROGERS CUSTOMERS! Your lucky day of rocking red is hurre. Rogers Wireless is giving Coldplay fans first access to Rogers Presents Coldplay Live In The Lot. The first 400 Rogers customers to enter will win tickets to the show! On Monday, September 12 at 11 am ET a PIN code will be released at http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay. Enter the PIN code at the Rogers Wireless Box Office and cross your fingers for a chance to see Rogers Presents Coldplay Live In The Lot.

For more info on the two ways to win your way into seeing Coldplay Live In The Lot click here (http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay)! Stay tuned to MuchMusic.com for more ways to win tickets to see Rogers Presents Coldplay Live In The Lot coming soon!

http://blog.muchmusic.com/coldplay-are-coming-to-muchmusic-on-september-21/

[iluvjonnyboy]

I'm only an hours drive away; but I'm not a Rogers customer and I never win anything! Can I go and lurk like other screaming fangirls lol

[Ziggy]

I'm only an hours drive away; but I'm not a Rogers customer and I never win anything! Can I go and lurk like other screaming fangirls lol

Even if you're not a Rogers customer, I think you can still enter the contest for the VIP package. I, for one, will be ready at the refresh button at 11am on Sept. 12th to see if I can scoop a piece of this opportunity.

[macky]

Looks like the boys are not kidding with the promotion of this album. They will kill the charts :saw:

[TracieMorgan]

Even if you're not a Rogers customer, I think you can still enter the contest for the VIP package. I, for one, will be ready at the refresh button at 11am on Sept. 12th to see if I can scoop a piece of this opportunity.

You and me both!!! I hope all the Cannuck Coldplayers win and get to see each other there!!!! :D:D:D:D:D:D:D

[hux90]

You and me both!!! I hope all the Cannuck Coldplayers win and get to see each other there!!!! :D:D:D:D:D:D:D

How about if we win, we bring each other :lol:
After all, it is a trip for 6 :rolleyes:

[TracieMorgan]

How about if we win, we bring each other :lol:
After all, it is a trip for 6 :rolleyes:

2 of mine would be spoken for, but I'd have room for 3 CP'ers. Sounds like a plan!

[hux90]

2 of mine would be spoken for, but I'd have room for 3 CP'ers. Sounds like a plan!

Haha!
We would all have to be from the same area though, seeing as airfare is included..Where are you from?
The nearest airport for me is Montreal :)

[mamgirl]

I am SO skipping off a bit of work so I can concentrate on entering this contest! I wonder how many times you'll be allowed to enter and how many prizes they're giving away. I'm in Halifax, but if I won I'd certainly be up for giving some spots to CPers as I only need two of the five. I've been keeping my fingers crossed that there'd be another TO show after the next album, so this news is exciting. I just wish we could buy tickets as well as win them. Good luck everyone!

[hux90]

I am SO skipping off a bit of work so I can concentrate on entering this contest! I wonder how many times you'll be allowed to enter and how many prizes they're giving away. I'm in Halifax, but if I won I'd certainly be up for giving some spots to CPers as I only need two of the five. I've been keeping my fingers crossed that there'd be another TO show after the next album, so this news is exciting. I just wish we could buy tickets as well as win them. Good luck everyone!

Ok then! (I'm serious by the way..)
I'm in for Halifax if you win... we should probably start a pool of names now :D
Are you in for Montreal if I win?? :)

[Suhayb217]

If I recall correctly this may be similar to the Deadmau5 contest they had a while back. You could only enter with a rogers wireless number and they would call you back if you won. So its more of a contest if I remember correctly.

[TracieMorgan]

Haha!
We would all have to be from the same area though, seeing as airfare is included..Where are you from?
The nearest airport for me is Montreal :)

I'm in Kingston, so only a two-hour drive from T.O. Could probably let someone coming from a long distance use the air fare.

[hux90]

Ok so...
If I won, I'd bring two of my friends and 3 of you :)
So far we have
Tracie Morgan
Mamgirl
and myself...
Room for one more :D (I feel like I'm getting a bit carried away... :rolleyes:)

[TracieMorgan]

^Nothing wrong with being optimistic! :D

[TyM218]

I'm gonna enter the contest, though I doubt I'll win. My luck has been used up this year, I already won a contest to go to Lollapalooza and see Coldplay.

[hux90]

I'm gonna enter the contest, though I doubt I'll win. My luck has been used up this year, I already won a contest to go to Lollapalooza and see Coldplay.

Really? That's epic :D
Oh well, hope you win and have the luckiest year ever :)

[SuchARushOfBlood]

It'd be so much easier if it was like the free tix to eTalk in 2008.... just email ctv to get on the guestlist and line up in person before the taping to get a wristband.

[hux90]

I wonder how many people will actually sign up..
I mean for the Rogers contest it's not a draw, it's first come first serve :rolleyes:
I like my odds but I don't want to be dissapointed :(

[chrismartinlover]

Question: What happens if u don't have a Rogers phone?? :'( I REALLY wanna win...is there another way for me to enter..I need to see them..even though it's on a school nite and mom already said I wouldn't be able to go..I'm still going if I can enter and win..screw school!!

[hux90]

Question: What happens if u don't have a Rogers phone?? :'( I REALLY wanna win...is there another way for me to enter..I need to see them..even though it's on a school nite and mom already said I wouldn't be able to go..I'm still going if I can enter and win..screw school!!

There are two ways to enter. One is for double passes with a Rogers phone.
One is for the whole VIP package.. flight, money, hotel (all for 6 people)... Anyone can join that one
and it's a draw.. So good luck! Contest opens 11 A.M EST on Paradise Monday :)

[hux90]

''To enter and to be eligible to win, entrant must be a legal resident of Canada (excluding Quebec) and be thirteen (13) years of age or older.''

This is from MuchMusic on the Watch The Throne contest...
I HOPE THIS DOESN'T APPLY TO THE COLDPLAY CONTEST *is going crazy*
Sorry for the all-caps

[TracieMorgan]

ACK! That would suck! You'd have to get a friend outside Quebec to enter for you and give it to you if they won.

[hux90]

ACK! That would suck! You'd have to get a friend outside Quebec to enter for you and give it to you if they won.

Yeah... I think it's because we have our own French version of Much Music here (it's really the same company) called Musique Plus...

[jc90]

Is it as bad though? :rolleyes:

Anyways, if anyone is keeping score, i'm gonna skip this show (and NG's) and hopefully the Mylo Xyloto tour will be on a better date....

[TracieMorgan]

Yeah... I think it's because we have our own French version of Much Music here (it's really the same company) called Musique Plus...

Yep. Still suck for you though, unless they do a Musiqueplus show, and that's not sounding likely at this late date.

[Osaka Sun]

I'm just wondering, does anyone know how the Rogers Wireless Box Office works? I've been a Rogers customer for ages but I've never used it.

If we all got in a Coldplaying meet-up would be a great idea. :awesome:

[derek42]

I live in Toronto and I wanna see if I can watch them from a distance if I cant get tickets. Anybody know when they start playing? Or is that info still under wraps?

[hux90]

I live in Toronto and I wanna see if I can watch them from a distance if I cant get tickets. Anybody know when they start playing? Or is that info still under wraps?

I don't think anyone knows, but I'm pretty sure I saw MUCH tweet that people from the area could watch from a distance...

[mamgirl]

I wish there was more info about the contest posted. Like how many times can you enter? I am getting all the friends and coworkers I can to enter for me on Monday too!

[hux90]

Less than 48 hours before the contest :D

[TracieMorgan]

Can't wait!! Even if I don't win,should we make a meet-up thread for people who do?

[miss_g]

Woo! I was so happy to see this contest pop up! :D I hope one of our Coldplayers wins it! ;)

Does anyone see where the full rules and regulations are? Much Music keeps saying it's on the contest page but I don't see it anywhere. The closest thing I see is the fine print on the video but it just redirects me again to the page. Am I just blind or are they just not up yet? :)

[LadyBellaStrawberry]

^ I have no idea sorry :(

BUT I LOVE THEIR COMMERCIAL :awesome:

[miss_g]

Hehe that's alright! If someone finds it prior to tomorrow, by all means let me know! I just wanted to check out the dates for the round trip (i.e. if it's a couple of days, a week, etc.)

Ya the commercial was pretty amazing :nice:

[Osaka Sun]

Can't wait!! Even if I don't win,should we make a meet-up thread for people who do?

:nod:

Remember to be at the site by 11 am tomorrow everyone!

[hux90]

:nod:

Remember to be at the site by 11 am tomorrow everyone!

Don't worry :lol:
I really hope I win the Rogers tickets, for which we obviously have a much better shot :D

[hux90]

Just a few hours now! I'm so hopeful, I don't wanna be dissapointed :(
oh well, only time will tell :)

[TracieMorgan]

Less than an hour and a half to go...get ready to click your brains out,lol.:D

[hux90]

Lol. I'm currently debating whether I should refresh the page at 11 or if it will refresh on its own :lol:

edit: And where the hell do we enter the pin code?! I see nothing on the WBO

[secretspy]

guyyyyys! im so confused how this works! ahahaha does anyone have any ideas?! i neeeeeeeeeeeeeed to win!!!! ahahah

like do we enter the pin code to our phone or do we get it from our phone and enter it online?

[mamgirl]

20 minutes now! I was wondering the same thing about refreshing the page. However, I noticed that the countdown is ticking away on its own, so does that mean that the page should just change at the right time and allow us to enter! Argggh, I hate the uncertainty of not knowing how or what I'm supposed to do to enter. Good luck everyone!!!

[hux90]

20 minutes now! I was wondering the same thing about refreshing the page. However, I noticed that the countdown is ticking away on its own, so does that mean that the page should just change at the right time and allow us to enter! Argggh, I hate the uncertainty of not knowing how or what I'm supposed to do to enter. Good luck everyone!!!

Agreed. Good luck!
Remember, if I win the VIP package, I bring 3 of you along :lol:

[secretspy]

yeah i knowww its driving me mad!!
i think I'm going to let it get down to zero with my curser over the refresh button and if nothing happens then ill refresh :) shah
but do we know about the whole phone thing? cause I'm quite confused as to where we put this pin code!

[iluvjonnyboy]

I just keep clicking on the link hoping it will unlock early :embarrassed:

[secretspy]

EVERYONE!!!!! i think i found where to put the pin!!!

[hux90]

yeah i knowww its driving me mad!!
i think I'm going to let it get down to zero with my curser over the refresh button and if nothing happens then ill refresh :) shah
but do we know about the whole phone thing? cause I'm quite confused as to where we put this pin code!

No idea. I've been asking Rogers on Facebook but no clear answer yet.

[secretspy]

key word thing so if its wrong don't be mad at me! :p
so on your phone go to your urmusic account and then shop then after it loads theres a thing that says pin activation where theres a spot to put a pin for promotional opportunities, do we think thats it?

[iluvjonnyboy]

I think at 11, the little box with the lock will reveal a pin to enter at rogers wireless box office.

[secretspy]

yeah but are we putting the code into our phones or the wireless box office on line?

[coldplay.obsessed]

Guys it's on the website!
On Much Music I mean, you just click Enter Here and it redirects you to the thing

[iluvjonnyboy]

I think online. I'm hoping a magical space to put it will open up? :confused:

[iluvjonnyboy]

have to be a rogers customer :cry:

[mamgirl]

it says it's only open to rogers customers! It didn't say that for winning the trip to TO! arrrggh. However, it does say in the rules and regulations if you are not a rogers customer you can email your name, info and a paragraph about why you want to see Coldplay. So I guess I'm emailing an entry.

[hux90]

I WON ROGERS TICKETS!!!!!!

[jordansaxe]

Sweet....just won two tickets! Hope to see you guys there!

[aunie]

Whenever I click click tickets here, the page doesn't load, is that happening for anyone else??

[coldplay.obsessed]

Hello everyone btw

I WON ROGERS TICKETS!!!!!!

What does your text look like? Is it a long number with info about the event and second one with the download? :|

[secretspy]

I WON TOOOOOOOO!!!!!! AHHHHHHHHHHH

[aunie]

Hello everyone btw



What does your text look like? Is it a long number with info about the event and second one with the download? :|

http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay this is the site i'm using, but the link isn't working for me when i click get tickets here :/

how about you?

[hux90]

Hello everyone btw



What does your text look like? Is it a long number with info about the event and second one with the download? :|

Yep exactly that.

[coldplay.obsessed]

http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay this is the site i'm using, but the link isn't working for me when i click get tickets here :/

how about you?

It isn't? Oh no D:

I didn't enter the much music one, but for the roger contest I just clicked get tickets or whatever, it redirected me to WBO website and I just had to enter my number and name :|

Then I got two texts with the long number but the download isn't opening for me

[hux90]

It isn't? Oh no D:

I didn't enter the much music one, but for the roger contest I just clicked get tickets or whatever, it redirected me to WBO website and I just had to enter my number and name :|

Then I got two texts with the long number but the download isn't opening for me

According to the box office you only need the long number. Congrats! hope to meet you there.

[aunie]

It isn't? Oh no D:

I didn't enter the much music one, but for the roger contest I just clicked get tickets or whatever, it redirected me to WBO website and I just had to enter my number and name :|

Then I got two texts with the long number but the download isn't opening for me

eeek! :(

could you link me to the site you used?? i'd be forever grateful! ^^

[coldplay.obsessed]

According to the box office you only need the long number. Congrats! hope to meet you there.

Just read about that, sweet!

Congrats to you too! Yeah, there seriously better be a coldplaying meeting that day, plus we can all queue together...if that's what you even do for MM shows

[coldplay.obsessed]

eeek! :(

could you link me to the site you used?? i'd be forever grateful! ^^

sure!

https://buy.wirelesstix.com/Purchase/WBOPinOnly/Error.aspx?event=18656&language=en-ca&previewpin=&cancelReturnUrl=http://tickets.urmusic.ca&eectn=&pin=COLDPLAYLIVE

[Osaka Sun]

Didn't make it. :cry:

[mamgirl]

I'm happy for you guys who were able to get tickets to the show. But a bit disappointed with Much Music that they didn't let us know beforehand that you had to be a Rogers customer for the "win a trip to Toronto" contest part as well. I feel a bit deflated because I probably would have a better chance with a Rogers phone number than sending off an email. However, my email is sent so I'll just keep my fingers crossed.

[aunie]

sure!

https://buy.wirelesstix.com/Purchase/WBOPinOnly/Error.aspx?event=18656&language=en-ca&previewpin=&cancelReturnUrl=http://tickets.urmusic.ca&eectn=&pin=COLDPLAYLIVE

aah thank you so much!!
the link didn't work for me but thank you for linking me up! i guess it isn't in the cards for me lol

[mamgirl]

Wow, all 400 tickets are gone already!?

[aunie]

haha one last try for me!
this is the link it sends me to when i click "get tickets here" - http://tiny.cc/a6r5h
but no dice, just comes up as a could not connect error :/

[hux90]

Wow, all 400 tickets are gone already!?

Apparently, yes. Actually, there were only 200 giveaways. 200 pairs = 400 tickets.

[hux90]

http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/group.php?groupid=301
So we can meet up :D

[hux90]

http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/group.php?groupid=301
So we can meet up :D

[coldplay.obsessed]

^Wow that's crazy, all gone in like 15 minutes

I'm sorry that some of you guys didn't get tickets :(
But hopefully one of you will win the trip and take the others! Fingers crossed for you :)

[coldplay.obsessed]

^Wow that's crazy, all gone in like 15 minutes

I'm sorry that some of you guys didn't get tickets :(
But hopefully one of you will win the trip and take the others! Fingers crossed for you :)

[iluvjonnyboy]

why am i not a rodgers customer?!:toilet:

[nb]

Hi. Long time lurker, first time poster.
I also got tickets to the show!!! So excited for it!!

[jonbenar]

It's crazy. I kept refreshing the page from 10 minutes left, and at 6 minutes the link opened up. I don't know if there was a problem with the countdown, or they released it earlier on purpose. That's why tics probably went so quickly.

What time are you guys gonna go down at? I wanna be front row!!

[derek42]

im pissed about this rogers business, but apparently there will be more ways to get tickets

[iluvjonnyboy]

im pissed about this rogers business, but apparently there will be more ways to get tickets

:inquisitive: Really? Where did you read that

[jonbenar]

im pissed about this rogers business, but apparently there will be more ways to get tickets

There definitely will be more ways to get tickets. I heard that much music will be giving out during their New.Music.Live program starting on the 13th.

Keep checking out muchmusic.com to see how you can win! Good luck!!!!

[OmegaHaze]

fuuuuu it's in toronto.

whens the next one in the uk? im in a concerty mood

[hux90]

fuuuuu it's in toronto.

whens the next one in the uk? im in a concerty mood

Lol like you guys can complain you don't get enough Coldplay concerts :lol:

[silver786]

Hi all! I managed to get a ticket.. was on cloud nine for most of the day. but then i went back to site (to re-live the magic.. u guys understand ;) ) when i clicked over to rules and regulations and saw quebec customers not eligible. my heart sank.. but then again, i DO have a confirmation code and link to ticket. wtf?

see some of you who won are quebecers, can someone please ease my troubled mind?

[TracieMorgan]

No such luck...and I'd really hoped...needed something good to happen this week, but my congrats to the winners! :)

[hux90]

Hi all! I managed to get a ticket.. was on cloud nine for most of the day. but then i went back to site (to re-live the magic.. u guys understand ;) ) when i clicked over to rules and regulations and saw quebec customers not eligible. my heart sank.. but then again, i DO have a confirmation code and link to ticket. wtf?

see some of you who won are quebecers, can someone please ease my troubled mind?

Right, Quebecers aren't eligible, but we all have tickets anyhow. I doubt it will make a difference. We just can't enter the VIP + friends contest. If you have the ticket on your cell, I'm sure it'll work :D

[tommysvr]

I managed to get tickets using my friends Rogers phone number. I'm visiting from Australia, so don't have a number...and I managed to get some! But now I'm trying to work out if I can actually get in because it says "ID required"...I assume to prove that the phone number used was yours. But then on this page, it says you can transfer tickets - http://tickets.urmusic.ca/FAQ.aspx

It's all so unclear!

[green_eyes11]

It's crazy. I kept refreshing the page from 10 minutes left, and at 6 minutes the link opened up. I don't know if there was a problem with the countdown, or they released it earlier on purpose. That's why tics probably went so quickly.

What time are you guys gonna go down at? I wanna be front row!!


I got lucky with this too! I just happened to click refresh for the first time around 10:52 on my comp and my heart sank when I saw the link, clicked it, and there was the PIN and the tickets! Fate! I needed something like this soso bad right now so I'm so thankful.

I'm not a Roger's customer, but luckily my friend who I work with is - We had both our computers and her phone set-up to try for tix - I take this stuff seriously, haha.

When we looked again at 11:03 it said all the tix were gone - Insanity!

What time do you guys think that the show will start at? I know it says doors 5:45pm but then it also says 6-8pm... Do you think it'll be 6... or 8? Luckily we only work a couple of subway stops away! That's deff an early entry time for 9-5'ers.

Congrats to everyone else who scored tix, and good luck to the rest who are trying :) There's just gotta be more ways! There's one on the Rogers' Facebook page for sure - And you don't have to be a Rogers Customer to enter - Just have to "like" the page.

[hux90]

I managed to get tickets using my friends Rogers phone number. I'm visiting from Australia, so don't have a number...and I managed to get some! But now I'm trying to work out if I can actually get in because it says "ID required"...I assume to prove that the phone number used was yours. But then on this page, it says you can transfer tickets - http://tickets.urmusic.ca/FAQ.aspx

It's all so unclear!

I know. My phone's in my mother's name, I really hope that won't be a problem. I'm so unsure :/

[green_eyes11]

Wow, even though "doors" are at 5:45pm, was just looking at MuchMusic's schedule, and looks like this thing doesn't start 'til 9pm, and is only being streamed for an hour... Hopefully they play a little extra for the live crowd!

"9:00 PM
Live In The Lot: Coldplay: (HD)
MuchMusic and Rogers Communications join forces to deliver ROGERS PRESENTS: LIVE IN THE LOT WITH COLDPLAY. On Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2011, lucky ticket winners gather in the Lot at Much HQ in downtown Toronto for an exclusive, one-hour concert experience with international band Coldplay, playing material from their highly-anticipated new album Mylo Xyloto for the first time ever in Canada. Those who can’t make it to the Lot can experience this rare spectacle live at 9 p.m. ET on Much and live streamed on muchmusic.com."

[Lockescythe]

um I didn't win tickets because I am not a rogers customer but if anyone can help me out I'd be eternally grateful. lockescythe@gmail.com

[TracieMorgan]

^LOL. Same here. tracie.morgan@gmail.com .

As Gwyn P. would say, 'Who do I have to...' n/m. :lol:

[green_eyes11]

^ They're giving away more tix on Wednesday (for non-Rogers folks)... You just have to go down to MuchMusic for 5pm and bring ID proving that you are over 14, I believe. It's only one wristband per person though - like, you can't grab a second for a friend.

[TracieMorgan]

^Thanks, but I like in Kingston and I don't drive, so it's not quite worth the risk of taking a bus/train and not getting in...almost worth it though,lol.

[hux90]

Wow, even though "doors" are at 5:45pm, was just looking at MuchMusic's schedule, and looks like this thing doesn't start 'til 9pm, and is only being streamed for an hour... Hopefully they play a little extra for the live crowd!


I think that this is the TV show that will follow. I'm SURE I read somewhere that the show starts at 6 and the the doors close at 8pm.

[pri494]

once you've got the tickets, do they cost money? do they charge anything to your mobile phone? i'm so confused.

[TracieMorgan]

Sorry if someone already posted this, but non-Rogers customers CAN still enter til 11am tomorrow EST. Sent your full name, address, day and night time phone and a paragraph about why you should recieve tix to connect@bellmedia.ca . 1 entry per person per day ONLY. Good luck and wish me luck too! :)

[hux90]

once you've got the tickets, do they cost money? do they charge anything to your mobile phone? i'm so confused.

No, they're absolutely free.

Except for about 300$ of train/plane fees in my case

[hux90]

Rogers presents Live in the Lot w/ Coldplay
Location:

MUCHMUSIC Headquarters Lot (260 Richmond St. West)
When:

Wed, Sep 21, 2011 - Wed, Sep 21, 2011
What Time:

6:00 PM (Doors Close: 8:00pm)
Doors Open:

5:45 PM

I knew I had seen this somewhere. So the show probably airs at 9 o'clock on Much, but the actual concert is from 6-8 :)

[Osaka Sun]

Congrats to everyone who got tickets. Looks like I'll be watching online. :(

[coldplayfan24]

Sorry if someone already posted this, but non-Rogers customers CAN still enter til 11am tomorrow EST. Sent your full name, address, day and night time phone and a paragraph about why you should recieve tix to connect@bellmedia.ca . 1 entry per person per day ONLY. Good luck and wish me luck too! :)

Where did you find this?

I wish I could go but I don't have a Rogers phone, I have Bell :(
Im going to try this.

Someone else wrote if you go on wed you can get a wristband? Where do you go Much Music? I live in real close to Toronto and would do this for sure but I want to be sure its happening.

If anyone has a spare ticket I'd be grateful, I flew down to Wembley to see the final two Viva shows but this would be amazing! PM if you have a spare please!

[TracieMorgan]

^It's in the rules and regulations. I didn't bother reading them, but my friend in Toronto who knows I'm a fan did. She even tried to win tix for me using her Rogers number!!

[green_eyes11]

Rogers presents Live in the Lot w/ Coldplay
Location:

MUCHMUSIC Headquarters Lot (260 Richmond St. West)
When:

Wed, Sep 21, 2011 - Wed, Sep 21, 2011
What Time:

6:00 PM (Doors Close: 8:00pm)
Doors Open:

5:45 PM

I knew I had seen this somewhere. So the show probably airs at 9 o'clock on Much, but the actual concert is from 6-8 :)


Ya I thought that too originally! However, I can't remember where I saw the exact quote but I think either the Rogers or Much Facebook group - Doors are for sure 6pm (to 8pm), and show is for sure 9pm-10pm... I'll try to find the link for all to read! It's a live stream of the show that is airing so if the schedule says it's on at 9pm it must start then... Hopefully details are made more clear before the show!

[green_eyes11]

Where did you find this?

I wish I could go but I don't have a Rogers phone, I have Bell :(
Im going to try this.

Someone else wrote if you go on wed you can get a wristband? Where do you go Much Music? I live in real close to Toronto and would do this for sure but I want to be sure its happening.

If anyone has a spare ticket I'd be grateful, I fly down to Wembley to see the final two Viva shows but this would be amazing! PM if you have a spare please!


I'm pretty sure I read the Wednesday wristband thing on the Much Facebook group so maybe double-check there :) I think they're releasing more details on the Much blog tomorrow!

[green_eyes11]

Here's the link! :)

http://blog.muchmusic.com/win-wristbands-at-muchmusic-this-wednesday-to-rogers-presents-live-in-the-lot-with-coldplay/

Hopefully some of you can try for tickets this way!

http://blog.muchmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Coldplay-NML-Give-Away.jpg

GET WRISTBANDS AT MUCHMUSIC THIS WEDNESDAY TO ROGERS PRESENTS: LIVE IN THE LOT WITH COLDPLAY!

On Wednesday, September 14 we’ll be giving away wristbands to see Rogers Presents: Live In The Lot With Coldplay (http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay) during New.Music.Live. Starting at 5 pm ET we will be giving away wristbands at MuchMusic headquarters that will get you up close and personal with four men who have changed the sound of music forever. You don’t have to get tickets to NML – just show up at 5pm ET!

To win a wristband to Rogers Presents: Live In The Lot With Coldplay on September 14, you must be 14 years or older and have one piece of photo ID. You must physically be here to get your wristband (sorry, no taking one home for your bestie who couldn’t make it) and we’re only giving them away during New.Music.Live. on Wednesday, September 14 starting at 5 pm ET.

For every generation there is one group that defines what it means to be a truly great rock and roll band. The Beatles. The Rolling Stones. Nirvana. Coldplay. On September 21, one of the greatest bands of all time is taking over the MuchMusic parking lot and giving fans a concert like they’ve never seen. Rogers Presents: Live In The Lot With Coldplay will be an event for the history books and we want you there next to Chris, Guy, Johnny and Will. Come down to MuchMusic on September 14 and score a wristband to see Coldplay!

The deets one more time:

Where? MuchMusic is located at 299 Queen St. West in Toronto, ON
When? We’ll start giving away wristbands at 5pm ET on Wednesday, September 14.
What? You’ll need one piece of photo ID proving that you are 14 or older as of September 21, 2011.
How? Come down to MuchMusic and line up for wristbands to Rogers Presents: Live In the Lot With Coldplay.
Who? Please see: Greatest band of all time.
Why? Because rock and roll will never die.

[silver786]

Right, Quebecers aren't eligible, but we all have tickets anyhow. I doubt it will make a difference. We just can't enter the VIP + friends contest. If you have the ticket on your cell, I'm sure it'll work :D

hey hux, i hope your right! im in the process of taking work off, booking hotels, and planning road trip.. would be terrible to be turned away at the door.

do you know other quebecers who won??

[coldplayfan24]

Here's the link! :)

http://blog.muchmusic.com/win-wristbands-at-muchmusic-this-wednesday-to-rogers-presents-live-in-the-lot-with-coldplay/

Hopefully some of you can try for tickets this way!

Thank you so much! your a champ. I want to go.. I wonder if any of my lazy friends would go... either way I'm still thinking of going. Free Coldplay doesn't happen very often.

Thanks again!

[mamgirl]

Wish I lived in TO right now. I'd so go down to Much to try and get a wristband. I like the comment "free Coldplay doesn't happen very often". So true!

[hux90]

hey hux, i hope your right! im in the process of taking work off, booking hotels, and planning road trip.. would be terrible to be turned away at the door.

do you know other quebecers who won??

No, I don't. Where are you from? I'm roadtripping also :)

[w1ll1am7]

totally going. I have class 9-10 then I am going to stake myself out with a book and get one!

[hux90]

totally going. I have class 9-10 then I am going to stake myself out with a book and get one!

A wristband you mean? :) Or a good spot to the show?

[jonbenar]

Time yet to speculate on the setlist?? Usually we have a few months before the concert to wonder, but now it's only 8 days away! Usual Coldplay shows are about an hour and a half. This one is probably gonna be an hour, so maybe 12ish songs?

[w1ll1am7]

A wristband you mean? :) Or a good spot to the show?

well tomorrow I am going right after class to wait for my wristband. Going super early just means I am FOR SURE going to get one, and I am already shaking with excitement!

[hux90]

Nice, I hope you get one. If you do, join our group!
http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/group.php?groupid=301

[derek42]

ill be there too, but ill only get there for 5:00 because of school :S

[derek42]

do you guys think theres a limited supply of wristbands? and will the line be really long do you think?

[coldplayfan24]

I can only assume it will be a long line and yes I can't imagine them giving out hundreds of wristbands so limited supply is right

Wow w1ll1am7 your going to line up at 10? I was thinking 12/1ish that's early.

[w1ll1am7]

I can only assume it will be a long line and yes I can't imagine them giving out hundreds of wristbands so limited supply is right

Wow w1ll1am7 your going to line up at 10? I was thinking 12/1ish that's early.

you can call me William or Will, and I figured I'd go early, do some readings for school while I wait and make sure I definitely get a wristband ensuring I get to be at the show, which I can wait for at the same time the day of the show!

[coldplayfan24]

Not a bad idea

ughh I hope I can get a wristband. Thoughts of not getting one are filling my head and worrying me a bit.

[Lockescythe]

Well Im about to leave to attempt to get my wristband. Going 4 hours early and am afraid of a line.

[jonbenar]

Good luck to everyone trying to get tics!!

Maybe this is wishful thinking, but the guys are probably going to be doing a soundcheck for the show earlier in the day, you think they'd come by the people waiting outside to take pics and sign autographs? If we make enough noise they might! That's the beauty of having a smaller show like this, it's not like there's going to be hundreds of people waiting outside in the afternoon like there would be for a festival.

[yellow_fever]

^ that would be awesome !

I'm on my way down now :( just got outta class!

[TracieMorgan]

Good luck to everyone who went down!

[mamgirl]

I just saw this on Coldplay's website: "We have five pairs of tickets to give away to Coldplay.com readers. If you'd like to win a pair, then click here and enter your details before 9am (Toronto time) tomorrow, Thur 15 Sept. You must be over 14 to enter, and the prize consists just of tickets (not travel or accommodation). "

Since it's only tickets it doesn't help me out much. :( But I thought I'd share in case someone wasn't able to get wristbands today. I'll have to deal with just watching the show on tv.

[derek42]

wow getting that wristband was incredibly easy, im so happy/excited.

[rainplay]

Why did I have to move away from Toronto? Very jealous of all you going!

[Lockescythe]

Yeah other than maybe some slight sunburn that was a pleasant line to be in.

[coldplayfan24]

Kind of wish it was a ticket instead of just a wristband but I'll take what I can get.

[jonbenar]

Kind of wish it was a ticket instead of just a wristband but I'll take what I can get.

What's the difference between the two?

[hux90]

Kind of wish it was a ticket instead of just a wristband but I'll take what I can get.

Lol we don't have tickets either, all we have are bar codes on our cell phones :lol:

[busybeeburns]

More this Sunday

http://www.toronto.com/blog/post/698513--muchmusic-offers-up-more-coldplay-passes

[hux90]

More this Sunday

http://www.toronto.com/blog/post/698513--muchmusic-offers-up-more-coldplay-passes

Wow, I'm starting to think there will be a few people at the show. Glad we get first access as Rogers customers :dozey:

[TracieMorgan]

Damn! I wish I was closer.

[SuchARushOfBlood]

I'm lining up on Sunday... it'll be like that Coldplay @ eTalk lineup all over again... but in more pleasant weather....

[Taliaa]

Does anyone know just how many tickets and wristbands are available? How crowded and nuts do you guys think it will be?

My thought is there is room for a couple thousand people. Anyone know for sure?

Anyone been to a 'lot' show before? Do they let you have in and out privileges? Bathrooms? Food in there?

Thanks! Sooooo excited for the show!

[derek42]

on wednesday i was about in the middle of the line, as far as i could tell. When i got my ticket there was a stack of papers left that looked like at least 500 left.. Also, the lot isnt that big so i dunno how theyre gunna fit a couple thousand. Maybe i just cant see the whole thing from the sidewalk

[derek42]

o

[Osaka Sun]

More this Sunday

http://www.toronto.com/blog/post/698513--muchmusic-offers-up-more-coldplay-passes

I'll probably be heading down there with a friend. I'll tell you all if I get one. :nice:

[jonbenar]

A few questions....

Does anyone know how many people the lot can fill? I tried asking much on twitter but they haven't responded.
How early are people going to be going on Wednesday?
And is it guaranteed that the show is only a hour?

[SuchARushOfBlood]

Can someone clarify the time of the actual concert... cuz on the Much FB page, the moderator says: "Yep, live on-air (and commercial free!) for the full hour - 9ET/6PT."

But ppl here say the concert is between 6-8pm... i.e., pre-taped for its 9pm TV timeslot.... *confused*

[hux90]

Can someone clarify the time of the actual concert... cuz on the Much FB page, the moderator says: "Yep, live on-air (and commercial free!) for the full hour - 9ET/6PT."

But ppl here say the concert is between 6-8pm... i.e., pre-taped for its 9pm TV timeslot.... *confused*

Turns out, it is at 9 EST. :)

[aunie]

Yay! My sister and I will be there! Do the coldplayers want to meet up? I remember the '09 concert being even more awesome because we all met up and saved spots/helped each other out. It was really great! :)

I really hope we don't get packed like sardines! I checked out the parking lot today and it's kinda small. :/

[coldplayfan24]

I'm thinking of going for 12 but I don't like the fact that 200 people are going to go in before me. what to do..

[aunie]

Ooooh that is very true! So what exactly did those first Coldplay tickets entitle them to? First dibs for spots?

[coldplayfan24]

Yeah the rogers customers get first entry to the concert for the first hour

[aunie]

How far away from the stage do you think we'll be after the Rogers ticket holders get their spots?

[hux90]

Can't wait!!! Looks like they have a pretty good setup for a stage :)

http://images.instagram.com/media/2011/09/17/f787ae8130844bc2beaf92655e59db91_7.jpg

[jonbenar]

Can't wait!!! Looks like they have a pretty good setup for a stage :)

http://images.instagram.com/media/2011/09/17/f787ae8130844bc2beaf92655e59db91_7.jpg

Looks Amazing!! Get excited guys!

[aunie]

AHHH!! This seems so surreal to me!

[coldplayfan24]

Really thats the stage? WOW looks like the entire parking lot

[juanif94]

AHHH!! This seems so surreal to me!

Have fun! :D

Edit: This was my 5000th post :surprised:

[aunie]

Haha thank yooou! AND CONGRATS! :)

[green_eyes11]

Can't wait!!! Looks like they have a pretty good setup for a stage :)

http://images.instagram.com/media/2011/09/17/f787ae8130844bc2beaf92655e59db91_7.jpg

WOW!! It's already set-up? I was going to head over Tuesday after work to check it out but maybe I'll go today or tomorrow then... From the looks of it, won't be possible to have a bad spot for the show :) Which is good because I'm worried that since I actually have to work 'til 5, the younger crowd and non-9-5ers will have already lined up for the good spots by then :\ which rather sucks...

I'm thinking under 1000 for crowd size based on this pic...

Excited!!

[green_eyes11]

Does anyone know just how many tickets and wristbands are available? How crowded and nuts do you guys think it will be?

My thought is there is room for a couple thousand people. Anyone know for sure?

Anyone been to a 'lot' show before? Do they let you have in and out privileges? Bathrooms? Food in there?

Thanks! Sooooo excited for the show!


I've been wondering the same things! Especially about in and out privileges/bathrooms/food... 4hrs + is a good amount of time to be standing in one place, lol.


Can someone clarify the time of the actual concert... cuz on the Much FB page, the moderator says: "Yep, live on-air (and commercial free!) for the full hour - 9ET/6PT."

But ppl here say the concert is between 6-8pm... i.e., pre-taped for its 9pm TV timeslot.... *confused*


The show is being aired LIVE, which means yeup it starts at 9 and goes to 10pm. 6-8pm is when they are allowing entry ("doors")... After 8pm you won't be able to get into the show...

[aunie]

WOW!! It's already set-up? I was going to head over Tuesday after work to check it out but maybe I'll go today or tomorrow then... From the looks of it, won't be possible to have a bad spot for the show :) Which is good because I'm worried that since I actually have to work 'til 5, the younger crowd and non-9-5ers will have already lined up for the good spots by then :\ which rather sucks...

I'm thinking under 1000 for crowd size based on this pic...

Excited!!

Are you a wristband or a ticket holder? If you are a wristband-person (as I am one too!), I can most definitely try to hold a spot for you in line! Although I'm not sure how that will work but it's worth a shot! :)

[SuchARushOfBlood]

They're closing down Queen St for the show...

But I'd still like an additional wristband to be inside the lot w. a friend!

[jonbenar]

They're closing down the street?? Does that mean that the audience will extend on to the street? I just thought it was the parking lot, and based off what everyone was saying, I think this and ACL could be the most intimate gig they have played this year,

[coldplayfan24]

Thats good news for us then :)
Last time I saw them was in Wembley Stadium and I was right at the front by Chris' piano. I wonder if this could top that experience...

[SuchARushOfBlood]

They're closing down the street?? Does that mean that the audience will extend on to the street? I just thought it was the parking lot, and based off what everyone was saying, I think this and ACL could be the most intimate gig they have played this year,

Per Much's official twitter:



http://i54.tinypic.com/j11vus.jpg



"Didn't get a wristband? Thx to the overwhelming response, we're gonna shut down Queen St on Weds! So come on down to watch."

And the security folks repeated the same thing when I was in line this morning.

[pri494]

i'm so confusedd. for rogers ticket holders, are they going to physically GIVE you something like a ticket? so you can go in and out of the place, or give the ticket to a friend? because i have a rogers ticket which admits 2.. but my friend is going to meet me on queen st. but she will be there at 6 and i will be there at 4:30. will i be able to give a physical ticket to her, or do i have to wait until she comes so we can both get in? :( cause i dont want to wait forever, and then get a horrible spot to watch coldplay..

[hux90]

i'm so confusedd. for rogers ticket holders, are they going to physically GIVE you something like a ticket? so you can go in and out of the place, or give the ticket to a friend? because i have a rogers ticket which admits 2.. but my friend is going to meet me on queen st. but she will be there at 6 and i will be there at 4:30. will i be able to give a physical ticket to her, or do i have to wait until she comes so we can both get in? :( cause i dont want to wait forever, and then get a horrible spot to watch coldplay..

No, the actual tickets are the text messages you receive. They just scan the bar code. You'll probably have to wait for your friend :\

[LadyBellaStrawberry]

All you lucky people who get to go, have fun!
I can't wait to see it on tv, what time will it be on?
I keep on seeing their ads on Much.
:dance: :awesome:

[coldplayfan24]

It's live so you can see it on Much at 9pm EST

I set it to record on my HD PVR..I didn't even know Much broadcasted in HD I never watch the channel. This is great news!

[randomnames]

Can't wait!! Wish I wasn't stuck in school...

Sorry if this has already been posted, but I found this interesting to watch:
http://blog.muchmusic.com/video-vault-coldplay-talk-touring-success-and-their-early-modeling-career/

[halokiti]

I was in Toronto for the weekend and passed by the stage. It does take up most of the parking lot. It looks huge and much music is doing a good job with it.

[TracieMorgan]

The Coldplayers who won should have some kind of sign or gesture for the rest of us on the board, so we'll know you're from the forum! That way we can watch for you on tv Wed. night. :)

[pk]

:awesome::awesome::awesome::awesome::awesome::awes ome:The Coldplayers who won should have some kind of sign or gesture for the rest of us on the board, so we'll know you're from the forum! That way we can watch for you on tv Wed. night. :)

that is a great idea!! :)

[hux90]

The Coldplayers who won should have some kind of sign or gesture for the rest of us on the board, so we'll know you're from the forum! That way we can watch for you on tv Wed. night. :)

Excellent idea! :)
What do you suggest? I had thought of Coldplaying Tshirts, but it's a little late now...

[TracieMorgan]

Someone suggested this:

http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/showpost.php?p=4984238&postcount=2

[green_eyes11]

Are you a wristband or a ticket holder? If you are a wristband-person (as I am one too!), I can most definitely try to hold a spot for you in line! Although I'm not sure how that will work but it's worth a shot! :)

That would actually be super sweet of you if actually possible :) My friend and I have the wireless tickets text msg from Rogers though - Is there a difference between those and the wristbands? We get off work at 5 so I'm really hoping we'll make it up there by 5:45pm... We're only a couple of subway stops away but you never know in this city!


I wonder how long the line-up will be by the time they start letting people in? I'm guessing that they probably only gave out about 1000 tickets based on lot size so I'm hoping that the view will be great regardless - Fingers crossed!

I can't say enough how excited I am for Wednesday to get here!!!!!

[green_eyes11]

I thought I saw somewhere that people who got wristbands received some sort of paper with information on it - Such as entry times, and what items you can and cannot bring in the lot... If so, is anyone here able to scan and post that?

I'm a hardcore planner, and the wireless ticket + lack of info makes me nervous, especially for such an amazing event!

[hux90]

Someone suggested this:

http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/showpost.php?p=4984238&postcount=2

Right, but we would look kind of awkward like that in a middle of a concert I guess :lol:
What I'd like is a physical indicator so we can meet up, like a wristband or something :)

[TracieMorgan]

Yeah, that was more for if we find ourselves on camera at a gig or something. I'm going to try and get a CP'ing patch made for my MX shirt for when they play T.O. next year. (I know that's not official, but surely it will happen!)

[aunie]

That would actually be super sweet of you if actually possible :) My friend and I have the wireless tickets text msg from Rogers though - Is there a difference between those and the wristbands? We get off work at 5 so I'm really hoping we'll make it up there by 5:45pm... We're only a couple of subway stops away but you never know in this city!


I wonder how long the line-up will be by the time they start letting people in? I'm guessing that they probably only gave out about 1000 tickets based on lot size so I'm hoping that the view will be great regardless - Fingers crossed!

I can't say enough how excited I am for Wednesday to get here!!!!!

Hmmm! I've heard that you guys line up at a different location than wristband people because the benefit of having the Rogers wireless tickets was that your gate opens an hour early than wristbands! I heard your gate opens at 5:45!

I will still try to hold spots for you and your friend if it's a different case! Just shout out "Coldplayer named Aunie here?" or something like that! :P

YEAH! we got a info sheet on when the gates open for us (6:45pm) and what to bring or not. I will try to scan it for tomorrow!

AHHHH SO CLOOSE!!

[secretspy]

hey guysss!

I'm thinking of making a sign that says " I'll give $100 to Oxfam if we switch watches" b/c i have the same watch ish as chris
is that a good idea or should i say something else? may throw in a chocolate bar :p
and do you think ill be allowed to take a sign in?

[TracieMorgan]

^Go for it! :D

[pri494]

can you tell us what what on the sheet of what to bring and what not to bring, etc? :)

[aunie]

can you tell us what what on the sheet of what to bring and what not to bring, etc? :)

I will scan it in tomorrow! Promise! :)

[weedz93]

Hey guys, I'm not from around Toronto, and I JUST got word that Coldplay are playing in Downtown today. I was wondering if people who were not able to get wristbands are still able to see the show live? I don't know the layout of MuchMusic's parking lot, but it says that those without wristbands can stay at the street front, no idea what that means.

[secretspy]

I heard that as well and some of my friends are thinking of doing it swell but unfortunately i am not sure how they have set up the stage so do not know how that aspect of it works
but if they said it I'm sure you can come down just don't know what it entails but if you around id defs recommend coming and checking it out! if it dosnt work at least you tried!

[weedz93]

I was walking on campus and a friend told me about it and I flipped shit, always wanted to go to a Coldplay concert never was able to until now. I hope I can get a decent view either way, I'm in it for the music! Anyways, off to bed, good night!

[TracieMorgan]

Yeah, you can squish onto Queen St. if you don't mind close quarters. Unless they've changed things since I was there last. You probably won't see much but the sound should still be pretty good. Several people are planning to do that. I'd do it if I could find a ride with a crazy friend,lol. It's lonely being a Kingston Coldplay fan!

[weedz93]

Before I go, what time do you think I should be there to get a decent position even if I'm squishing at Queen St.?

[coldplayfan24]

The show is on at 9 so I'd say go for 630/7, anyone who doesnt have a wristband probably won't bother till closer to show time to appear. That's my guess anyway and if 2 hours is too early you can always grab something to eat and come back.

[coldplayfan24]

http://uploadpic.org/storage/2011/thumb_eECtugGgcNCiBiy3bCmADSGnB.jpg (http://uploadpic.org/v.php?img=U8FMGzKNSN)

http://uploadpic.org/storage/2011/thumb_qCDUMw8I4rZYYU0m3ax8f1O3l.jpg (http://uploadpic.org/v.php?img=CMDcSFZY0k)

Quality isn't the best but you could make it out. Sleep time *passes out*

[TracieMorgan]

The show is on at 9 so I'd say go for 630/7, anyone who doesnt have a wristband probably won't bother till closer to show time to appear. That's my guess anyway and if 2 hours is too early you can always grab something to eat and come back.

Yup. Good call.

[hux90]

hey guysss!

I'm thinking of making a sign that says " I'll give $100 to Oxfam if we switch watches" b/c i have the same watch ish as chris
is that a good idea or should i say something else? may throw in a chocolate bar :p
and do you think ill be allowed to take a sign in?

I would bring a can of maple syrup, or something else Canadian :)
But good idea, it's worth a try.

[PlayAMessage]

So after looking at the scan above, I am somewhat confused, when it says Queen Street Gates, is that the gate onto the lot? For people like me that did not get a wristband, does that mean we squoosh against the fence to watch? Or does that mean that to even get onto Queen Street near Much Music, you need a wristband? I have class from 7-10pm, and I should not miss it but man, it's COLDPLAY:rockstar: ! And who knows when they are coming back to Toronto for a proper concert? Screw it, I'd never forgive myself if I missed it. Watching it on TV and watching it, even peripherally, in person, man, there is no comparison. :D

[Taliaa]

Anyone worried about the weather? Starting to panic!! The rain starts around 4pm it says. Let's all pray together for gray skies and NO rain!

[coldplayfan24]

It's at the gate of the parking lot I believe. We didn't wait for wristbands just to be allowed onto Queen Street. That would suck..if you come late though thats all you will get.

My ipod/comp shows Wednesday as sunny and rain on thurs. Perhaps we might get light showers later in the night but we should be alright.

[aunie]

Just checked Weather Network:

Wednesday Evening - cloudy with showers, 70% chance of rain

:(

[corinnacat]

When I got my wristband, the lady said to me that if there's still room at 7:30 they will be giving more wristbands out to people.
So even if you don't have a wristband you should be there for 7:30 because you still might get one!

[hux90]

IT'S TOMORROW!!!

Edit: Sorry for the useless post, I'm just really excited :lol:

[PlayAMessage]

Ok, but if by some cruel twist of fate I cannot get one ( and I am seriously planning on making tomorrow Coldplay Day :D and get there early to get a better chance at a wristband. ) will we still be able to, if not have a perfect view, at least still be in the general area to watch the concert?

Now to figure out how early I should get there, maybe if I get there by 11 A.M. they will have a non-wristband line ( if not maybe I can get them to create one with me at the front :D )

Good lord, I am positively giddy about tomorrow. Even if I cannot get into the area to see them, just to be able to hear them live and not live via youtube or my television, to have that transcendental experience of hearing them live...

Fair warning to anyone near me, I will get absolutely crazy. I am apologizing in advance. What can I say, hearing Coldplay live, it is as close to Heaven as I am ever going to get :D

Edit: Is there any way to contact Much so I can know if going early without a wristband is going to do anything? I am ready willing and able to go early even if only to get a good view outside the area the concert will be in.

[green_eyes11]

Hey all!

Need to head out soon so no time to read posts from the last little bit so sorry if anyone has already answered any of this...

I've been using twitter, etc. today back and forth with Much and Rogers in between projects at work, lol, and just wanted to share the following info I have been given:

- There are two separate gates: One for WBO tickets (Rogers) and one for wristbands (Queen Street).

- The Rogers gate opens at 5:45pm and WBO ticket holders have a full hour advantage on grabbing spots, as wristbanders are not given entry until 6:45pm. This is excellent news for people like me that have to work 'til 5pm! No need to rush (unless you're keen on front row I suppose) as as far as I'm concerned, there's no such thing as a bad view in a crowd of less than 400 people ;).

- At 7:30pm Much will be opening the gate to people off the street so if you have a WBO ticket or a wristband get there before then or else you will likely lose your guaranteed good to decent view.

- Queen Street doesn't officially close until 7:30pm so if you're planning on heading down without a ticket you may want to keep that in mind.

- You are allowed to bring one disposable water bottle into the gates, however the cap will be removed upon entry.

Hope I'm not forgetting anything! I'm going to try to get a glimpse of the stage if I have time tonight, and will try to post pics later if I do!

GET EXCITED! THIS IS GOING TO BE ONE INCREDIBLE SHOW!!!!

Can't wait to hear "Paradise" live, and sincerely hoping they play "Everything's Not Lost" as I've noticed they have been lately!

[aunie]

Ok, but if by some cruel twist of fate I cannot get one ( and I am seriously planning on making tomorrow Coldplay Day :D and get there early to get a better chance at a wristband. ) will we still be able to, if not have a perfect view, at least still be in the general area to watch the concert?

Now to figure out how early I should get there, maybe if I get there by 11 A.M. they will have a non-wristband line ( if not maybe I can get them to create one with me at the front :D )

Good lord, I am positively giddy about tomorrow. Even if I cannot get into the area to see them, just to be able to hear them live and not live via youtube or my television, to have that transcendental experience of hearing them live...

Fair warning to anyone near me, I will get absolutely crazy. I am apologizing in advance. What can I say, hearing Coldplay live, it is as close to Heaven as I am ever going to get :D

Edit: Is there any way to contact Much so I can know if going early without a wristband is going to do anything? I am ready willing and able to go early even if only to get a good view outside the area the concert will be in.

HEY!!

One of my friends can't go and I've won a pair of wristbands last week! Which means I have an extra! If you would like, you can have it!

I was just planning on giving it to a coldplay-fan-stranger while I was in line but I gotta help out my coldplaying peeps! Hahah! :D

[mfmdo]

HEY!!

One of my friends can't go and I've won a pair of wristbands last week! Which means I have an extra! If you would like, you can have it!

I was just planning on giving it to a coldplay-fan-stranger while I was in line but I gotta help out my coldplaying peeps! Hahah! :D

^^^That is so nice of you. I wish I had that luck! I want a wristband so bad...I've entered I dont know how many much music contest. Hahah. I'm still showing up tomorrow though!

Any advice on what time?? I dont have a wristband...or ticket...obviously, so im wondering if ill be able to get a good view. Im taking the train from London and really hope I get to see something, even if i dont at least hear their magical music. Id love that so muchhhh.

Ugh my luck for not winning any contests ever raaaaaaaaaaaawr.

[Taliaa]

The 'light' showers have turned into more rain and actual thunderstorms. They better not cancel the concert, but can't be safe for all of us out there, right?

Anyone know what Much Music's policy is on these things? I will be SOO bummed if this doesn't work out. :(

[TracieMorgan]

^The band would be more at risk than the crowd. I hope the weather holds for you guys!

[hux90]

The 'light' showers have turned into more rain and actual thunderstorms. They better not cancel the concert, but can't be safe for all of us out there, right?

Anyone know what Much Music's policy is on these things? I will be SOO bummed if this doesn't work out. :(

Damnit, if I drive 8 hours, I actually want to see the show! Now I'm worried... :S

[poojabeee]

[QUOTE=green_eyes11;4985468]Hey all!

Need to head out soon so no time to read posts from the last little bit so sorry if anyone has already answered any of this...


- The Rogers gate opens at 5:45pm and WBO ticket holders have a full hour advantage on grabbing spots, as wristbanders are not given entry until 6:45pm. This is excellent news for people like me that have to work 'til 5pm! No need to rush (unless you're keen on front row I suppose) as as far as I'm concerned, there's no such thing as a bad view in a crowd of less than 400 people ;).

---

Hey

Thanks for posting all the info. Do you know if they will be checking ID to make sure the phone or info entered when you got the Rogers tix matches the person entering? I used my friends phone number (I don't have Rogers) and they can't come now. I was wondering if she fwded me the text if that would work as entry?

[Taliaa]

Yeah, should for sure work. It said you could forward your tickets when I got mine. Don't worry. They want photo ID to make sure people are of the appropriate age and aren't going to try anything funny, maybe they'll scan our drivers licenses like night clubs do. Its all good.

[coldplayfan24]

The pics of the sheet I uploaded say the concert will be on no matter what the weather is. Remember this is live TV they paid for that television spot...they have to show something. The thunder worries me tho I see the update...

[Taliaa]

Maybe we will be spared and it will rain everywhere but over the lot...gotta stay optimistic here! No idea what to wear!

What time are people heading down to get in line?

[aunie]

Now it's thunder-showers for both the afternoon AND evening. 70% chance.

Planned on waiting in line...for a long long time!

[Taliaa]

And we're not allowed umbrellas. Get your ponchos out. This might suck ass. Just watched them live on Letterman, actually watching AGAIN now, getting excited for this, but if its pissing with rain, this won't be fun. :(

[PlayAMessage]

HEY!!

One of my friends can't go and I've won a pair of wristbands last week! Which means I have an extra! If you would like, you can have it!

I was just planning on giving it to a coldplay-fan-stranger while I was in line but I gotta help out my coldplaying peeps! Hahah! :D


Sent you a PM, omg, I think my heart might explode! :D

Edit: I am willing to get socked to the skin to wait in line, whats a little hypothermia when the love that will be there from all those Coldplay fans, OMG I need to breath :D

[jonbenar]

The guys are going to be at the Edge tomorrow at 1pm for some Hall of Fame induction for the radio.

[PlayAMessage]

wow, is the Edge still on Yonge just north of Queen or has it moved? I will make a detour to see them there :D

Edit: nvm, Corus Quay, where is that?

[secretspy]

Does anyone know where i should park my car if I'm going in at the richmond entrance?
also likely hood on being abel to bring in a sign?

[PlayAMessage]

I think there may be parking at the Theatre behind Muchmusic, although I am not sure how much it would cost. Seems like it is discounted, according to the Scotiabank Theatre website, but I cannot find a price for it.

[green_eyes11]

Just another quick post before I pass out (sadly way past my bedtime, haha)...

Stopped by Much a short while ago to scope out the stage and chat with security. In addition to what I posted earlier, here is some new info:

- Rogers WOB "ticket" holders will be the ones actually in the lot, which btw there is seriously NO bad view from any spot in there!!

- There will be a second barrier area right behind this for people who have wristbands.

- Behind this will be the general crowd off the street.

- So essentially there are three different sections... Rogers winners being the only ones with access close to the stage ("The Lot").

With this in mind, I dunno if it's worth it for people to spend the entire day in line to be honest, and if you have a WOB ticket and a friend has a wristband it looks like you will be in different sections (if that applies to anyone). Also, was told there will likely be bathrooms provided, as I know that question was raised on here.

Hmm, I hope that was all!

Here is a pic I snapped of the stage :) As you can see, no such thing as a bad view... I even made a point of checking out the view from the very far side across the street and it is still incredible - If you don't have tickets or wristbands I highly recommend you still come down to watch from the street! :)

http://yfrog.com/mfx2xpkj

[green_eyes11]

Just read some of the recent posts quick - The weather network has been wrong quite a bit lately, and I'm willing to bet, if anything, we get some light showers and maybe a few rumbles! Just wear a light jacket or sweater with a hood and you'll be fine :) There will definitely be enough body heat from the crowd to stay warm.

I'm sort of a crazy person that absolutly loves being outside in the rain, and have secretly always wanted to attend an outdoor show in the rain so regardless of how the weather turns out this thing is gonna be amazing!! :)

[aunie]

Thanks for the info!! :) How far away is the barricade from Rogers ticket holders to wristbands? Debatinf whether or not waiting for 6 hours is a good idea or not. :/

A bit bummed about it! Hopefully I can see! kinda sucks being 5'0 tall right now! Ahah!

[weedz93]

Don't know if it might be a shameful plug but whatever. I've never been to a concert before and I'll do whatever to see Coldplay (or any band) live, I don't mind the streets but does anyone have a spare wristband?

[coldplayfan24]

If wristbanders are on the street I don't see why we can't bring a DSLR... Im dying to take some shots during the show.

[green_eyes11]

Thanks for the info!! :) How far away is the barricade from Rogers ticket holders to wristbands? Debatinf whether or not waiting for 6 hours is a good idea or not. :/

A bit bummed about it! Hopefully I can see! kinda sucks being 5'0 tall right now! Ahah!


No problem! Thnks for posting that scan, btw! Huge help. From what I understood from security, it sounds like it starts right about where I took the picture I posted above... There are a few large light and camera set ups right in the middle so hopefully you can stand off to the side a bit to avoid them... The stage seems tall enough that height shouldn't be too much of a problem :)

If I don't have time to post again - Enjoy the show!!! :)

[green_eyes11]

If wristbanders are on the street I don't see why we can't bring a DSLR... Im dying to take some shots during the show.

I wouldn't risk bringing it... Besides a) It might (likely) rain, b) Do you really want to be fooling around with SLR settings during a show like this? I know what you mean, huge hobby photographer myself who loves taking pics at shows but even I'm just bringing my smallest crappiest little cam! It's hard, because the shots would be amazing with the TV lighting too, but shows like this just don't come around too often... Even the band made a comment about that at a show I was at once, I believe - How people take all these pictures and end up watching the show through a lens instead of just taking it all in! I'm certainly guilty, haha.

[PlayAMessage]

Just another quick post before I pass out (sadly way past my bedtime, haha)...

Stopped by Much a short while ago to scope out the stage and chat with security. In addition to what I posted earlier, here is some new info:

- Rogers WOB "ticket" holders will be the ones actually in the lot, which btw there is seriously NO bad view from any spot in there!!

- There will be a second barrier area right behind this for people who have wristbands.

- Behind this will be the general crowd off the street.

- So essentially there are three different sections... Rogers winners being the only ones with access close to the stage ("The Lot").

With this in mind, I dunno if it's worth it for people to spend the entire day in line to be honest, and if you have a WOB ticket and a friend has a wristband it looks like you will be in different sections (if that applies to anyone). Also, was told there will likely be bathrooms provided, as I know that question was raised on here.

Hmm, I hope that was all!

Here is a pic I snapped of the stage :) As you can see, no such thing as a bad view... I even made a point of checking out the view from the very far side across the street and it is still incredible - If you don't have tickets or wristbands I highly recommend you still come down to watch from the street! :)

http://yfrog.com/mfx2xpkj

from that picture, looks like it is not that far from the stage to the barrier that separates the first 2 sections.

I'll still go early if for no other reason that I'd prefer to be by the barrier and be closer to the stage then be stuck in the back behind a mass of people.

[Skuze23]

Anyone watching this stream right now? i mean for Coldplay's induction to the Edge Rock of Fame? They are a bit late...:)

[Twisted mind]

Anyone watching this stream right now? i mean for Coldplay's induction to the Edge Rock of Fame? They are a bit late...:)
When exactly are Coldplay playing? In 6 hours?

[hps]

03:00 Polish Time ( 9 PM USA Time )

[ja5219]

Will it be a full set list concert? As in what they've been playing in festivals..
Gonna tune in tonight and see.

[Twisted mind]

03:00 Polish Time ( 9 PM USA Time )
I believe that's 4 am for me.


Hell no, not again! :lol:

[hps]

I believe that's 4 am for me.


Hell no, not again! :lol:


No, its 3:00 AM For Poland and Germany too.

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/city.html?n=250

[Lockescythe]

Er if any is solo going w a rogers thing come save me from the public line. Its loooong.

[MaxRide]

I'm definitely going to watch the show tonight (hooray for being in the same time zone!). However, I have it on Fuse on my TV, as well as online. Is there a difference, and if so, which way is better? I can't watch on both places at once. :P

[TracieMorgan]

Hurry up and be 9:00!! I'm getting so psyched even though I can't be there in person!

[Twisted mind]

No, its 3:00 AM For Poland and Germany too.

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/city.html?n=250
Are you gonna watch it? :dead:

[foxeh]

Are you gonna watch it? :dead:

is it even possible to watch?
Or just radiostreamed.

[Twisted mind]

is it even possible to watch?
Or just radiostreamed.
There's this link in the first post, I dunno if it works though:
http://www.muchmusic.com/coldplay

[Juanma]

where when? :sad: