Analysing the upcoming 4th LP

cephaus · 03-12-2007, 02:22 PM

Hey guys, I decided to create this new thread because I've been meaning to do this for quite some time now. =) It's an analysis of all that we know of the 4th Album including some of my own views as well.

It's a pretty long post, haha, but I hope you find it interesting. =)

None of this is confirmed, except where stated.

---Release Date & General Info---

First up, we know that the release date of this album is 'Early 2008' and that it is currently being mixed by Jon Hopkins.

Many of us think that the title for the album is '42'. We also considered other titles such as 'Prospekt' and ' Viva La Vida'.

The album's proposed time length is 42 minutes, follwed by the release of 2 other independent songs.

Most of these, except the title of course, is pretty much the most concrete information we have on this topic.

--Song Style--

We know that Brian Eno and Marcus Dravs are working on this album. We do not know if Timbaland is. Personally I don't think he is producing the album (And I hope not) because of one main reason: There has been no official confirmation as of yet.

Considering that Brian worked with them for 'Low' (Which, I have to say is a fantastic song to see how high up Chris's vocal range can go) I would expect the songs in this album to be very different from the previous 3.

It's suggested to have a Hispanic feel to it.. plus. The drumming is supposed to be leading the song rather than being in the background. Why do I get the feeling we're going to get a 'military/war' type album with loads of drumming and crazy guitar riffs? Haha. But that's just me.

If we compile all the info that we have, we may be able to figure out something..

-If I'm not wrong, Chris mentioned there will be less piano in this album? But later in one of the news articles, it's said that Chris had let someone hear some of the upcoming songs and there was one with just Chris and his piano, which the person described as 'amazing' (I think, I'll have to check the news archive on this.)

-Hispanic feel! Background vocals recorded in churches! =) We do know that there are 'No maracas or castanets, but a vibracy and colourfulness that owes much to the atmospheres of Buenos Aires and Barcelona. The effect is subtle but important. ' (Taken from Prospekt Entry, 24th July 2007). It may also mean we may hear all of the band members singing together (along with Brian Eno! =D) a la 'Fix You' live.

-In one of prospekt's entries, it describes the album as followed:

"This is the album I always dreamed they would make. It's the sound of a band realizing their own strength. The sound of four men with total confidence in themselves and one another.
It's the sound of a songwriter at the peak of his ability. Lyrically and melodically, Chris seems to have broken through past constraints. There's a new confidence to venture beyond the limit of the known and comfortable. An urge to explore and discover. His energy is electrifying - sometimes intimidating. A manic bundle of love, passion, and rage. A veracious appetite for life, eagerly devouring every minute of every day. He knows that time is short.
Jonny, too, has explored a whole new universe of sounds magicking up a new world for each song. His guitars are all over this album. Will has manipulated, mashed and spliced beats and time signature to produce rhythms that lead rather than follow the song. Guy - always the tastemaker and musical authority of the band - has guided and shaped the whole process always pushing but unafraid to rein things in when necessary.
The four of them together make up a formidable unit, and this is the album people will remember them by.
Prospekt "

-If I remember correctly, there was an article saying that it was hinted that Coldplay's 4th album would sound 'electronic'?

-Chris has stated that one of the songs in the album has to be heard by everyone before thay die. (Pointing toward a 'Life' theme for the song, perhaps?)

I made an observation that many things about the album seem to be referring about 'Life'. The 'Viva La Vida' (Translated as 'Live the life!') from Will's video.. The song that everyone must hear before they die.. Maybe I missed out a few but this album seemingly has to do with how precious life is. I'm kind of expecting most of the songs to be darker and full of energy. Maybe the songs will start out slow and then build and build until the climax (Think of the vibrant hispanic feel).. A bit like 'Fix You', only more Hispanic, maybe?

Some songs we do know, however:

If you haven't listened to 'Bucket for a crown' (One of the songs that was sung by Chris and is rumoured to be for the 4th album, though it seems unlikely now), do check it out. For those who have, it kind of feels like the song is pretty dark isn't it? And and and. The violin. Piano and violin. It gave me this really eerie but amazing feeling when I was listening to the song, though, of course, it wasn't really completed at the time.

I've been searching high and low for 'Mining on the Moon' and 'The Fall of Man' but I haven't been able to find them. If I remember correctly, Chris played 'Mining on the Moon' on a show but later decided to discard it because it resembled closesly to an already existing song. (If anyone has the mp3 file, i'd be glad to take a listen). As for 'the fall of man', I haven't heard anything yet. Haha.

There is one more song, titled 'The Butterfly' that Chris announced while on tour. So far it has only been mention and never been played publicly. (At least, that's what I know)

--Songs--

At first we had the title of the proposed tracklist:
-Lost!
-Cemetries of London
-Violet Hill
-Poppy Fields
-42
-Yes!
-Leftrightleftrightleft
-Rainy Day

I'll start of with these first. Despite some people feeling that these titles are rather cheesy/ seemingly pointing that Chris is on drugs (I don't really think so), I have to say that these titles are rather catchy and unique. It gives me the feel that Coldplay is venturing out to new territory.

The song title 'Cemetries of London' seem to hint at a 'Life and Death/ Life is precious' theme to it.

'Violet Hill' could refer to a violet hill, or it could refer to a person perhaps? haha, I'm not sure. Does anyone have any anologies regarding 'Violet Hill'?

Alright. 'Poppy Fields'. Haha. I laughed quite a bit when I heard this title. It's interesting though, from what I've read from several posts on this forum 'Poppy' refers to 'drugs'? Hmm..

Rainy Day. Alright, for this you may want to check out the message that Will Champion wrote on the Coldplay myspace (I just realised they updated their banner, haha.):
"

A blog from Will - 23.7.7
Hello,

We've just got back from Spain where we've been recording some vocals. It was very hot and very beautiful. We returned to find England under water. Is it just me or does it feel like the world is ending? While we are all still here, there is great music to be listened to: Eugene Francis Jnr. Something to lighten up your day whilst contemplating life in a wet suit.

www.myspace.com/eugenefrancisjnr

Love,

Will"

From what I understand, it was raining really heavily at the time, right? So perhaps this song could be referring the that particular timeframe? Or maybe it is just talking about a 'Rainy Day'.

42, the title that sparked off the rumours of it being the name of the album. It has a lot of referrences. Hitchhiker. The 42 songs that were supposedly written for X & Y. The 42 minute time length for the album- A lot of references and possibilities for this one. I tend to think that the song may be talking about the 42 minutes of life that you'd be spending listening to their new album. Haha.

Leftrightleftrightleft. It gives you the impression of soldiers marching, doesn't it? This may be the song where Will's drums are supposedly 'leading' the song rather than following it. =D It gives me a very 'war-ish' type feel.

'Lost!' and 'Yes!'. Don't really know what to make of those, but really interesting titles. I have a feeling these 2 songs have a lot of focused energy. Maybe really loud vocals from chris, noting the exclamation marks at the titles? OR... Could they be thrash-metal songs that were written as examples in one of Prospekt's entries?

There are a few other songs in that tracklist that were 'cancelled' out. I'll try to make out a few over the next few days (You can see a few of the letters if you look hard enough)

Later, after the news of Chris's Uncle passing away, 2 songs were announced: 'Famous Old Painters' and 'Glass Of Water'

To be really honest, I don't have any idea on these but if you guys do, I really hope you share your views too! =D Perhaps the songs may be about antiques or the lives of famous people? Glass of Water seems to make me think of 'Low'..

--Rumours--

Okay, so recently there was a release of a few song titles on Wikipedia:
-Double Sunset
-Sleeping on the minefield
-Snow Covered Window
-The Let Out Cry
-Forwards In Time

I don't really think that these song titles are genuine because they haven't been confirmed by Prospekt on the Coldplay website yet. However..

I have to admit that I may be wrong but I have this feeling that these songs may actually be demos that did not make the cut for the 4th album? OR. Possible candidates for the 2 songs that would be released independently?

That's about it for my analysis. Haha. WHOO. Long post. Hope you found it compelling? If you do have your own analysis, I really hope you'll share it with us too. It'd be great =)

Now we'll just have to wait for more updates and the new album to arrive =D

Cheers.

bohs man · 03-12-2007, 04:27 PM

Nice post dude, just in relation to one thing. I think someone on here edited the picture with the list of songs that had the 2 songs "cancelled" out. It looks as though Famous Old Painters and Glass Of Water fit perfectly into the list.

Romy_arg · 03-12-2007, 04:47 PM

WOW!
that was a long post dude..
i didn't read it at all
just a few parts..
but i think
i don't think that the album would call "VIVA LA VIDA"
it just a very "incomplete" tittle..
i don't like "Prospekt" either.. and i think the numbers had been used by other artists

winigwl · 03-12-2007, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Romy_arg;2193593
WOW!
that was a long post dude..
i didn't read it at all

i looked at it and decided it was too long, can you give me a summary?

TracieMorgan · 03-12-2007, 09:59 PM

Wow. That saw loooooong!! But I did read it all. Interesting projections.

Just to clear up what I seen in the threads about 'Poppy Fields', I think the overall consensus on this forum is that it's probably a war song, not a drug song (Unless you ask Spike,lol).

And what ever happened to the theory from this time last year that Railways might be a potential title?

THanks for posting and I hope the cramps from all that typing get better soon!

Texasluvsjonny · 03-12-2007, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by winigwl;2193674
i looked at it and decided it was too long, can you give me a summary?

I summarize that you are lazy

The album will be named after one of the songs, they always use one of the song titles.

I never believe any thing Chris says in interviews/live at concerts about this stuff because he's usually bullshitting.

Speaking of Railroads.....are we going to get a Christmas message/prezzie this year? A nice family picture of them with all their babies would be most adorable, not gonna happen though.

ApproximatelyInfinite · 04-12-2007, 03:34 AM

^while id take a nice picture of them with their babies, im holding out for the christmas gift being some concrete information. namely the date.

wow, reading all that makes me want to freaking EXPLODE with anticipation and excitement. but im getting more and more ready to absolutely blow my top each day. this is getting ridiculous.

Ebs757 · 04-12-2007, 05:20 AM

Long? you guys haven't been on more than one board.. Very nice detailed post.

cephaus · 04-12-2007, 05:58 AM

Haha, speaking of Babies, Awhisper, I get the feeling The Nappies may be returning once again (If the rumour about Jonny having a baby girl is true) Maybe.. Just maybe. =)

Hmm, one thing though, I thought that Glass of water and Famous Old Painters were written only after that tracklist was posted?

There's one word (sort-of) that I can make out from the last blanked out title, 'far'.. or something like that.

Haha, Traciemorgan, I think so too. =)

Oh yes, has anyone heard of any pieces of work that Marcus Dravs has worked on before?

Thanks =D

miss capa · 04-12-2007, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Texasluvsjonny;2193715
A nice family picture of them with all their babies would be most adorable, not gonna happen though.

I would frame that... Im getting all hyped up just thinking about it! Jonny gazing lovingly at his daughter, Chris with Apple on his shoulders...

ApproximatelyInfinite · 04-12-2007, 10:40 PM

^that would be the best thing ever!!!
but also the most UNLIKELY coldplay prezzie ever. theyre so protective...

my ideal christmas gift would be a crazyadorable coldplay song and dance in which the lyrics to the song explain the album title and when the damn thing is going to be released. i think that would make my christmas.

anyone remember when the dance video was put up last year? if i remmeber correctly it was at least a week before christmas...does that mean we should have our eyes out SOON??

TracieMorgan · 04-12-2007, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Ebs757;2194308
Long? you guys haven't been on more than one board.. Very nice detailed post.

lol. It was long for this forum...but still well worth the read.

(I think most of us must have short attention spans, myself included!

)

Romy_arg · 04-12-2007, 11:34 PM

Hey Guys do you think that now that Jonny has had his baby girl (

) maybe the album will take a little bit more to be relased?

TracieMorgan · 04-12-2007, 11:56 PM

Don't say that too loud.A few people on here will go out of their mind if they think there will be any more delays!

- Gabriel · 05-12-2007, 12:53 AM

Awright... thorough response time...

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Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544
-If I'm not wrong, Chris mentioned there will be less piano in this album? But later in one of the news articles, it's said that Chris had let someone hear some of the upcoming songs and there was one with just Chris and his piano…

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Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544

-If I remember correctly, there was an article saying that it was hinted that Coldplay's 4th album would sound 'electronic'?

I think it's possible that Chris couldn't make his mind up as to what style he wanted to pursue and tried one after the other. From the looks of the journal entries, the band has settled for multiple styles instead a blatant choice of genre, which is good in my book.

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Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544
-Hispanic feel! Background vocals recorded in churches! =) We do know that there are 'No maracas or castanets, but a vibracy and colourfulness that owes much to the atmospheres of Buenos Aires and Barcelona. The effect is subtle but important. ' (Taken from Prospekt Entry, 24th July 2007). It may also mean we may hear all of the band members singing together (along with Brian Eno! =D) a la 'Fix You' live.

I still think that some people are reading into the "Hispanic influence" too much (not to say that you are). I think that they simply drew from the vibrancy of the region as a sort of spiritual fuel.

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Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544
Will has manipulated, mashed and spliced beats and time signature to produce rhythms that lead rather than follow the song.

This has me very excited. If they throw in some interesting time signatures, I will be a very happy dude. Hopefully the pursuit of this end will not make the songs seem stilted or off-kilter to average listeners.

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Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544
If you haven't listened to 'Bucket for a crown', do check it out.

I was not aware that there was a recording available. Where can I locate this nugget?

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Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544
I'll start of with these first. Despite some people feeling that these titles are rather cheesy/ seemingly pointing that Chris is on drugs (I don't really think so), I have to say that these titles are rather catchy and unique. It gives me the feel that Coldplay is venturing out to new territory.

I also am fine with the seemingly weird song titles. God knows that Spoon has made some weird ones, (Try "You Got Yr. Cherry Bomb" or "My Little Japanese Cigarette Case") but I love them for it. Song titles always make more sense once you actually listen to the song, anyway.

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Alright. 'Poppy Fields'. Haha. I laughed quite a bit when I heard this title. It's interesting though, from what I've read from several posts on this forum 'Poppy' refers to 'drugs'?

The title might be intentionally silly in an attempt to be misleading. I can easily imagine "Poppy Fields" being a very dark song with the title adding a dash of irony to the brew.

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Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544
'Lost!' and 'Yes!'. Don't really know what to make of those, but really interesting titles. I have a feeling these 2 songs have a lot of focused energy. Maybe really loud vocals from chris, noting the exclamation marks at the titles? OR... Could they be thrash-metal songs that were written as examples in one of Prospekt's entries?

These may be the songs with "less piano" or the songs that sound "electronic". There could also be a thematic relation between them; "Yes!" could be a declaration of happiness or excitement from a particular development while "Lost!" may examine the negative side of the same coin.
Just my two cents. Thanks for a very thorough collection of all the information available.

03-12-2007, 02:22 PM	#1
cephaus Coldplayer Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 233 Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Analysing the upcoming 4th LP Hey guys, I decided to create this new thread because I've been meaning to do this for quite some time now. =) It's an analysis of all that we know of the 4th Album including some of my own views as well. It's a pretty long post, haha, but I hope you find it interesting. =) None of this is confirmed, except where stated. ---Release Date & General Info--- First up, we know that the release date of this album is 'Early 2008' and that it is currently being mixed by Jon Hopkins. Many of us think that the title for the album is '42'. We also considered other titles such as 'Prospekt' and ' Viva La Vida'. The album's proposed time length is 42 minutes, follwed by the release of 2 other independent songs. Most of these, except the title of course, is pretty much the most concrete information we have on this topic. --Song Style-- We know that Brian Eno and Marcus Dravs are working on this album. We do not know if Timbaland is. Personally I don't think he is producing the album (And I hope not) because of one main reason: There has been no official confirmation as of yet. Considering that Brian worked with them for 'Low' (Which, I have to say is a fantastic song to see how high up Chris's vocal range can go) I would expect the songs in this album to be very different from the previous 3. It's suggested to have a Hispanic feel to it.. plus. The drumming is supposed to be leading the song rather than being in the background. Why do I get the feeling we're going to get a 'military/war' type album with loads of drumming and crazy guitar riffs? Haha. But that's just me. If we compile all the info that we have, we may be able to figure out something.. -If I'm not wrong, Chris mentioned there will be less piano in this album? But later in one of the news articles, it's said that Chris had let someone hear some of the upcoming songs and there was one with just Chris and his piano, which the person described as 'amazing' (I think, I'll have to check the news archive on this.) -Hispanic feel! Background vocals recorded in churches! =) We do know that there are 'No maracas or castanets, but a vibracy and colourfulness that owes much to the atmospheres of Buenos Aires and Barcelona. The effect is subtle but important. ' (Taken from Prospekt Entry, 24th July 2007). It may also mean we may hear all of the band members singing together (along with Brian Eno! =D) a la 'Fix You' live. -In one of prospekt's entries, it describes the album as followed: "This is the album I always dreamed they would make. It's the sound of a band realizing their own strength. The sound of four men with total confidence in themselves and one another. It's the sound of a songwriter at the peak of his ability. Lyrically and melodically, Chris seems to have broken through past constraints. There's a new confidence to venture beyond the limit of the known and comfortable. An urge to explore and discover. His energy is electrifying - sometimes intimidating. A manic bundle of love, passion, and rage. A veracious appetite for life, eagerly devouring every minute of every day. He knows that time is short. Jonny, too, has explored a whole new universe of sounds magicking up a new world for each song. *His guitars are all over this album. Will has manipulated, mashed and spliced beats and time signature to produce rhythms that lead rather than follow the song. Guy - always the tastemaker and musical authority of the band - has guided and shaped the whole process always pushing but unafraid to rein things in when necessary. The four of them together make up a formidable unit, and this is the album people will remember them by. Prospekt " -If I remember correctly, there was an article saying that it was hinted that Coldplay's 4th album would sound 'electronic'? -Chris has stated that one of the songs in the album has to be heard by everyone before thay die. (Pointing toward a 'Life' theme for the song, perhaps?) I made an observation that many things about the album seem to be referring about 'Life'. The 'Viva La Vida' (Translated as 'Live the life!') from Will's video.. The song that everyone must hear before they die.. Maybe I missed out a few but this album seemingly has to do with how precious life is. I'm kind of expecting most of the songs to be darker and full of energy. Maybe the songs will start out slow and then build and build until the climax (Think of the vibrant hispanic feel).. A bit like 'Fix You', only more Hispanic, maybe? Some songs we do know, however: If you haven't listened to 'Bucket for a crown' (One of the songs that was sung by Chris and is rumoured to be for the 4th album, though it seems unlikely now), do check it out. For those who have, it kind of feels like the song is pretty dark isn't it? And and and. The violin. Piano and violin. It gave me this really eerie but amazing feeling when I was listening to the song, though, of course, it wasn't really completed at the time. I've been searching high and low for 'Mining on the Moon' and 'The Fall of Man' but I haven't been able to find them. If I remember correctly, Chris played 'Mining on the Moon' on a show but later decided to discard it because it resembled closesly to an already existing song. (If anyone has the mp3 file, i'd be glad to take a listen). As for 'the fall of man', I haven't heard anything yet. Haha. There is one more song, titled 'The Butterfly' that Chris announced while on tour. So far it has only been mention and never been played publicly. (At least, that's what I know) --Songs--* At first we had the title of the proposed tracklist: -Lost! -Cemetries of London -Violet Hill -Poppy Fields -42 -Yes! -Leftrightleftrightleft -Rainy Day I'll start of with these first. Despite some people feeling that these titles are rather cheesy/ seemingly pointing that Chris is on drugs (I don't really think so), I have to say that these titles are rather catchy and unique. It gives me the feel that Coldplay is venturing out to new territory. The song title 'Cemetries of London' seem to hint at a 'Life and Death/ Life is precious' theme to it. 'Violet Hill' could refer to a violet hill, or it could refer to a person perhaps? haha, I'm not sure. Does anyone have any anologies regarding 'Violet Hill'? Alright. 'Poppy Fields'. Haha. I laughed quite a bit when I heard this title. It's interesting though, from what I've read from several posts on this forum 'Poppy' refers to 'drugs'? Hmm.. Rainy Day. Alright, for this you may want to check out the message that Will Champion wrote on the Coldplay myspace (I just realised they updated their banner, haha.): " A blog from Will - 23.7.7 Hello, We've just got back from Spain where we've been recording some vocals. It was very hot and very beautiful. We returned to find England under water. Is it just me or does it feel like the world is ending? While we are all still here, there is great music to be listened to: Eugene Francis Jnr. Something to lighten up your day whilst contemplating life in a wet suit. www.myspace.com/eugenefrancisjnr Love, Will" From what I understand, it was raining really heavily at the time, right? So perhaps this song could be referring the that particular timeframe? Or maybe it is just talking about a 'Rainy Day'. 42, the title that sparked off the rumours of it being the name of the album. It has a lot of referrences. Hitchhiker. The 42 songs that were supposedly written for X & Y. The 42 minute time length for the album- A lot of references and possibilities for this one. I tend to think that the song may be talking about the 42 minutes of life that you'd be spending listening to their new album. Haha. Leftrightleftrightleft. It gives you the impression of soldiers marching, doesn't it? This may be the song where Will's drums are supposedly 'leading' the song rather than following it. =D It gives me a very 'war-ish' type feel. 'Lost!' and 'Yes!'. Don't really know what to make of those, but really interesting titles. I have a feeling these 2 songs have a lot of focused energy. Maybe really loud vocals from chris, noting the exclamation marks at the titles? OR... Could they be thrash-metal songs that were written as examples in one of Prospekt's entries? There are a few other songs in that tracklist that were 'cancelled' out. I'll try to make out a few over the next few days (You can see a few of the letters if you look hard enough) Later, after the news of Chris's Uncle passing away, 2 songs were announced: 'Famous Old Painters' and 'Glass Of Water' To be really honest, I don't have any idea on these but if you guys do, I really hope you share your views too! =D Perhaps the songs may be about antiques or the lives of famous people? Glass of Water seems to make me think of 'Low'.. --Rumours-- Okay, so recently there was a release of a few song titles on Wikipedia: -Double Sunset -Sleeping on the minefield -Snow Covered Window -The Let Out Cry -Forwards In Time I don't really think that these song titles are genuine because they haven't been confirmed by Prospekt on the Coldplay website yet. However.. I have to admit that I may be wrong but I have this feeling that these songs may actually be demos that did not make the cut for the 4th album? OR. Possible candidates for the 2 songs that would be released independently? That's about it for my analysis. Haha. WHOO. Long post. Hope you found it compelling? If you do have your own analysis, I really hope you'll share it with us too. It'd be great =) Now we'll just have to wait for more updates and the new album to arrive =D Cheers.

03-12-2007, 04:27 PM	#2
bohs man The Dubliner! Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 946 Location: "I See Seven Towers..." Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Nice post dude, just in relation to one thing. I think someone on here edited the picture with the list of songs that had the 2 songs "cancelled" out. It looks as though Famous Old Painters and Glass Of Water fit perfectly into the list. __________________ Chris Martin during performance of Politik in Marlay Park, Dublin 22/06/05: \"Give me light and give me dark. 20,000 Irish in Marlay Park. Give Me Bono and Andrea Corr, Shane McGowan and Christy Moore and open up your eyes!!!!! http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j5...87/kenoman.gif WHAT A GOAL!!!! "Where do we go nobody know's?" Chris Martin - Marlay Park, Dublin 22/06/05."Some places were born great,Dublin was born a little greater."

03-12-2007, 04:47 PM	#3
Romy_arg Coldplayer Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 12,518 My Mood: Location: Sitting under Strawberry Swing... Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	WOW! that was a long post dude.. i didn't read it at all just a few parts.. but i think i don't think that the album would call "VIVA LA VIDA" it just a very "incomplete" tittle.. i don't like "Prospekt" either.. and i think the numbers had been used by other artists __________________ I turn the music up, I'm on a roll this time. And heaven is in sight~

03-12-2007, 09:42 PM	#4
winigwl Coldplayer Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 9,169 My Mood: Location: new jersey Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by Romy_arg;2193593 WOW! that was a long post dude.. i didn't read it at all i looked at it and decided it was too long, can you give me a summary?

03-12-2007, 09:59 PM	#5
TracieMorgan Biggest JONNY fan 2012 Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 31,724 Location: Playing the drums very badly, and the bass even worse. Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 965 Thanked 808 Times in 531 Posts	Wow. That saw loooooong!! But I did read it all. Interesting projections. Just to clear up what I seen in the threads about 'Poppy Fields', I think the overall consensus on this forum is that it's probably a war song, not a drug song (Unless you ask Spike,lol). And what ever happened to the theory from this time last year that Railways might be a potential title? THanks for posting and I hope the cramps from all that typing get better soon! __________________ www.myspace.com/howweseetheworld www.facebook.com/traciemorgan www.facebook.com/traciemorganmusic http://twitter.com/TracieMorgan *"That was the day I was almost murdered by a sheep." - Jonny Buckland*

03-12-2007, 11:23 PM	#6
Texasluvsjonny Jonny's personal fluffer Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 16,807 My Mood: Location: Livin' large in the Friends and Family room! Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 5 Thanked 287 Times in 97 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by winigwl;2193674 i looked at it and decided it was too long, can you give me a summary? I summarize that you are lazy The album will be named after one of the songs, they always use one of the song titles. I never believe any thing Chris says in interviews/live at concerts about this stuff because he's usually bullshitting. Speaking of Railroads.....are we going to get a Christmas message/prezzie this year? A nice family picture of them with all their babies would be most adorable, not gonna happen though. __________________ Houston-Austin-Dallas-Cleveland-Indy-Alpine Valley-Dallas-ACL Taping-Houston-Dallas-Milwaukee-Today Show-Chicago-Chicago-DC-Philly-Orlando-Ft.Lauderdale-Houston-Dallas-Birmingham-Indy-San Antonio-Dallas-Houston-Alpine Valley-London-London-Mexico City-Mexico City-Guadalajara-Monterrey-Chicago-ACL Taping- Austin-Today Show- L.A.-Dallas-Dallas-Houston-Houston-DC-DC-East Rutherford-Chicago-Chicago-Brooklyn... Jonny

04-12-2007, 03:34 AM	#7
ApproximatelyInfinite a thousand houses long Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 9,715 My Mood: Location: Norfolk, UK Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	^while id take a nice picture of them with their babies, im holding out for the christmas gift being some concrete information. namely the date. wow, reading all that makes me want to freaking EXPLODE with anticipation and excitement. but im getting more and more ready to absolutely blow my top each day. this is getting ridiculous. __________________ But I know one day, good things are coming our way M A L C J Tumblr\|Twitter\|Last.fm\|Listography

04-12-2007, 05:20 AM	#8
Ebs757 twit=@ebs42 Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 964 Location: Chicago/ Kalamazoo Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 17 Times in 3 Posts	Long? you guys haven't been on more than one board.. Very nice detailed post.

04-12-2007, 05:58 AM	#9
cephaus Coldplayer Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 233 Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Haha, speaking of Babies, Awhisper, I get the feeling The Nappies may be returning once again (If the rumour about Jonny having a baby girl is true) Maybe.. Just maybe. =) Hmm, one thing though, I thought that Glass of water and Famous Old Painters were written only after that tracklist was posted? There's one word (sort-of) that I can make out from the last blanked out title, 'far'.. or something like that. Haha, Traciemorgan, I think so too. =) Oh yes, has anyone heard of any pieces of work that Marcus Dravs has worked on before? Thanks =D

04-12-2007, 10:09 AM	#10
miss capa Oh gosh. Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 2,864 My Mood: Location: Australia Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by Texasluvsjonny;2193715 A nice family picture of them with all their babies would be most adorable, not gonna happen though. I would frame that... Im getting all hyped up just thinking about it! Jonny gazing lovingly at his daughter, Chris with Apple on his shoulders... __________________ This place is bigger than I remember twitter Pearl Jam 20 Nov 2009 Woot. Spoiler http://muse-screenager.site.voila.fr.../706196183.gif Its official my good friend Ahlem. You rock. I love you but enough is enough

04-12-2007, 10:40 PM	#11
ApproximatelyInfinite a thousand houses long Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 9,715 My Mood: Location: Norfolk, UK Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	^that would be the best thing ever!!! but also the most UNLIKELY coldplay prezzie ever. theyre so protective... my ideal christmas gift would be a crazyadorable coldplay song and dance in which the lyrics to the song explain the album title and when the damn thing is going to be released. i think that would make my christmas. anyone remember when the dance video was put up last year? if i remmeber correctly it was at least a week before christmas...does that mean we should have our eyes out SOON?? __________________ But I know one day, good things are coming our way M A L C J Tumblr\|Twitter\|Last.fm\|Listography

04-12-2007, 11:16 PM	#12
TracieMorgan Biggest JONNY fan 2012 Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 31,724 Location: Playing the drums very badly, and the bass even worse. Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 965 Thanked 808 Times in 531 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by Ebs757;2194308 Long? you guys haven't been on more than one board.. Very nice detailed post. lol. It was long for this forum...but still well worth the read. (I think most of us must have short attention spans, myself included!) __________________ www.myspace.com/howweseetheworld www.facebook.com/traciemorgan www.facebook.com/traciemorganmusic http://twitter.com/TracieMorgan *"That was the day I was almost murdered by a sheep." - Jonny Buckland*

04-12-2007, 11:34 PM	#13
Romy_arg Coldplayer Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 12,518 My Mood: Location: Sitting under Strawberry Swing... Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hey Guys do you think that now that Jonny has had his baby girl () maybe the album will take a little bit more to be relased? __________________ I turn the music up, I'm on a roll this time. And heaven is in sight~

04-12-2007, 11:56 PM	#14
TracieMorgan Biggest JONNY fan 2012 Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 31,724 Location: Playing the drums very badly, and the bass even worse. Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 965 Thanked 808 Times in 531 Posts	Don't say that too loud.A few people on here will go out of their mind if they think there will be any more delays! __________________ www.myspace.com/howweseetheworld www.facebook.com/traciemorgan www.facebook.com/traciemorganmusic http://twitter.com/TracieMorgan *"That was the day I was almost murdered by a sheep." - Jonny Buckland*

05-12-2007, 12:53 AM	#15
- Gabriel Coldplayer Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 172 Gender: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Awright... thorough response time... Quote: Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544 -If I'm not wrong, Chris mentioned there will be less piano in this album? But later in one of the news articles, it's said that Chris had let someone hear some of the upcoming songs and there was one with just Chris and his piano… Quote: Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544 -If I remember correctly, there was an article saying that it was hinted that Coldplay's 4th album would sound 'electronic'? I think it's possible that Chris couldn't make his mind up as to what style he wanted to pursue and tried one after the other. From the looks of the journal entries, the band has settled for multiple styles instead a blatant choice of genre, which is good in my book. Quote: Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544 -Hispanic feel! Background vocals recorded in churches! =) We do know that there are 'No maracas or castanets, but a vibracy and colourfulness that owes much to the atmospheres of Buenos Aires and Barcelona. The effect is subtle but important. ' (Taken from Prospekt Entry, 24th July 2007). It may also mean we may hear all of the band members singing together (along with Brian Eno! =D) a la 'Fix You' live. I still think that some people are reading into the "Hispanic influence" too much (not to say that you are). I think that they simply drew from the vibrancy of the region as a sort of spiritual fuel. Quote: Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544 Will has manipulated, mashed and spliced beats and time signature to produce rhythms that lead rather than follow the song. This has me very excited. If they throw in some interesting time signatures, I will be a very happy dude. Hopefully the pursuit of this end will not make the songs seem stilted or off-kilter to average listeners. Quote: Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544 If you haven't listened to 'Bucket for a crown', do check it out. I was not aware that there was a recording available. Where can I locate this nugget? Quote: Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544 I'll start of with these first. Despite some people feeling that these titles are rather cheesy/ seemingly pointing that Chris is on drugs (I don't really think so), I have to say that these titles are rather catchy and unique. It gives me the feel that Coldplay is venturing out to new territory. I also am fine with the seemingly weird song titles. God knows that Spoon has made some weird ones, (Try "You Got Yr. Cherry Bomb" or "My Little Japanese Cigarette Case") but I love them for it. Song titles always make more sense once you actually listen to the song, anyway. Quote: Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544 Alright. 'Poppy Fields'. Haha. I laughed quite a bit when I heard this title. It's interesting though, from what I've read from several posts on this forum 'Poppy' refers to 'drugs'? The title might be intentionally silly in an attempt to be misleading. I can easily imagine "Poppy Fields" being a very dark song with the title adding a dash of irony to the brew. Quote: Originally Posted by cephaus;2193544 'Lost!' and 'Yes!'. Don't really know what to make of those, but really interesting titles. I have a feeling these 2 songs have a lot of focused energy. Maybe really loud vocals from chris, noting the exclamation marks at the titles? OR... Could they be thrash-metal songs that were written as examples in one of Prospekt's entries? These may be the songs with "less piano" or the songs that sound "electronic". There could also be a thematic relation between them; "Yes!" could be a declaration of happiness or excitement from a particular development while "Lost!" may examine the negative side of the same coin. Just my two cents. Thanks for a very thorough collection of all the information available.