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Two slashed during Coldplay's concert at Saddledome in Calgary (18th April 2012)
Posted by busybeeburns on Friday, April 19, 2013 - 12:00 AM (12 Reads)
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Two males have been taken to hospital, one in serious condition, after both were slashed in the neck during the Coldplay concert at Calgary's Saddledome in Canada last night. The two men had their throats cut as what was supposed to be a good time at the Coldplay concert turned violent.
The incident happened inside the Saddledome at about 10:40 p.m. Wednesday, as the concert was winding down. One of the patients was taken by paramedics to Foothills Medical Centre with serious injuries, while the other was taken to Rockyview General Hospital with 'less serious' injuries, police said. "We're not sure if it was a fight or an assault or what happened. There have been a number of people detained at the scene and our members are interviewing them to ascertain what happened," said duty inspector Craig Skelton.
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Adele, Coldplay, Ed Sheeran top 'most pirated' list ahead of Brit Awards
Posted by busybeeburns on Monday, February 18, 2013 - 12:00 AM (47 Reads)
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Musicmetric have been crunching data relating to the awards next Tuesday (February 21st)
Adele is set to dominate next week's Brit Awards, according to music analytics service Musicmetric.
According to Musicmetric, by calculating the artists and releases most commonly downloaded by filesharers in the UK, an accurate prediction of who will win at next week's ceremony can be gained.
Musicmetric have tipped Adele to win three awards and have her taking home the gongs for Best Album, Best British Female and Best Single for 'Someone Like You'.
They also back Ed Sheeran to win Best British Male, Jessie J to win British Breakthrough Act and Coldplay and Foo Fighters to triumph in the Best British and International Group categories respectively.
They also name Rihanna as the likely recipient of Best International Female and Bruno Mars as Best International Male, with Nicki Minaj as the winner of the award for International Breakthrough Act.
The Brit Awards will take place at the O2 Arena on February 21. Blur will receive the Outstanding Contribution To Music award at the 2012 event.
According to Musicmetric, the Brit Awards winners will be as follows:
Best British Male
Ed Sheeran
Best British Female
Adele
British Breakthrough Act
Jessie J
Best British Album
Adele – '21'
Best British Group
Coldplay
Best International Male
Bruno Mars
Best International Female
Rihanna
Best International Group
Foo Fighters
International Breakthrough Act
Nicki Minaj
Best British Single
Adele – 'Someone Like You'
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coldplay record sales UK contribution
Posted by busybeeburns on Thursday, February 07, 2013 - 12:00 AM (48 Reads)
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Adele and Coldplay helped boost homegrown album sales in 2011, various sources are reporting this week in the UK. The acts'
respective efforts, along with other major releases from Jessie J, Ed Sheeran, Amy Winehouse and Olly Murs, accounted for
52.7% of sales in the UK last year. Each of the above artists sold over 500,000 copies of their records in Britain, with
Coldplay selling near to a million copies of Mylo Xyloto and Adele selling close to four million copies of 21.
The new figures mean that UK artists have claimed the highest share of British album sales in 15 years. US artists - along
with releases from Lady GaGa, Beyoncé, Jay-Z and Kanye West - accounted for a third of all UK sales, with Canadian releases
from Michael Buble and Justin Bieber claiming 4.5%. Meanwhile, Rihanna single handedly puts Barbados in fourth place after
claiming 2.3% of all sales with her Loud and Talk That Talk albums.
George Clooney, Tom Hanks and Martin Scorsese are among the stars lined up to appear on Jimmy Kimmel's post-Oscars show on
Sunday, February 26.
The seventh annual Jimmy Kimmel Live: After The Academy Awards special will also welcome Meryl Streep, Helen Mirren,
Charlize Theron, Don Cheadle and Oscars host Billy Crystal.
Coldplay will draw the show to a close with a block party performance on the Jimmy Kimmel Live outdoor stage. The show will
broadcast from the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood after the Academy Awards and late local news. Scorsese's Hugo is this
year's leading Oscars nominee with recognition in 11 categories including 'Best Picture' and 'Best Director' for Scorsese.
The Artist, Clooney's The Descendants, Moneyball and War Horse are also multiple nominees, while Streep has been nominated
in the 'Best Actress' category for her role in The Iron Lady. The Oscars air live from the Kodak Theatre on Sunday,
February 26.
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New York review 2: Coldplay and Jay-Z ring in 2013 with epic Brooklyn show at Barclays Center (31 December)
Posted by busybeeburns on Wednesday, January 02, 2013 - 11:25 AM (1036 Reads)
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 As Chris Martin sang "Auld Lang Syne", Jay-Z went up the stage at close to midnight to ring in the New Year during their double-billed show, writes the Ace Showbiz in a featured review of Coldplay's second show at the Barclays Center in New York (31 December). Catch up on the latest tweets, pictures, videos from this show at the Coldplay Live forum here onwards now. Thanks to everyone who has contributed with tweets, photos, reviews, videos and comments! Read on for the rest of the Ace Showbiz review article below...
After exchanging hugs with Chris, Jay took over the stage from Coldplay, who had a riot of a performance with lots of color and movement, in contrast to the rapper who was alone on stage and was mostly standing throughout his performance as he spit his rhymes.
Coldplay kicked off the concert at 10pm and played a 15-song set, to the delight of a packed Barclays Center. The venue lit up as fans were each given bracelets that had multi-colored lights that blinked in step. The crowd sang along with the band as they dished out their hits "The Scientist" and "Paradise", as confetti canons and world map beach balls were rolled out. Rihanna appeared in the screens put up around the arena as the band performed "Princess of China".
Note: Read also: (Wiki) Coldplay Live Reviews, Photos and Setlist - Barclays Center, New York (31 December 2012) |
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New York review: Coldplay sizzles at Brooklyn's Barclays Center (30 December)
Posted by busybeeburns on Tuesday, January 01, 2013 - 10:05 AM (1408 Reads)
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 If You’re the kind of person that thinks of rock ‘n’ roll as the language of society’s outsiders, kicking back against the world in the loudest and most obnoxious way possible, then you should never, ever go and see Coldplay, writes the NY Post in a featured review of Coldplay's first show at the Barclays Center in New York (30 December 2012). Catch up on the latest tweets, pictures, videos from this show at the Coldplay Live forum here onwards now. Thanks to everyone who has contributed with tweets, photos, reviews, videos and comments! Read on for the rest of the Mass live review article below...
For some time, the British band has been a well-oiled entertainment machine, and last night at Barclays Center their vast array of bells and whistles took up almost as much focus as any of their songs. There probably isn’t a crowd in the world that Chris Martin can’t coax into excitement and even though the band is due to play a New Year’s Eve show at Barclays with Jay-Z tonight, the front man was determined to get the party started early. “No one ever spares a thought for poor old December 30th,” he chirped. “Tomorrow’s just a ‘warm down’ for this show!”
Note: Read also: (Wiki) Coldplay Live Reviews, Photos and Setlist - Barclays Center, New York (30 December 2012) |
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Uncasville review 2: Coldplay Coldplay thrills Mohegan Sun crowd with music, visual effects (29 December)
Posted by busybeeburns on Monday, December 31, 2012 - 01:37 PM (740 Reads)
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 Is Chris Martin the hardest-working Brit in show business? There the singer was, Saturday night at Mohegan Sun, breaking a sweat literally after the first song of Coldplay's concert, writes The Day in another featured review of Coldplay's show at the Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT (29 December 2012). Catch up on the latest tweets, pictures, videos from this show at the Coldplay Live forum here onwards now. Thanks to everyone who has contributed with tweets, photos, reviews, videos and comments! Read on for the rest of The Day's review article below...
He didn't just play guitar. He hopped and sprang while he did, doubling over or throwing his head back. When he took to the piano for songs like "Paradise," he didn't merely tap the keys. He thumped them, and he bounced on the stool. He bounded down the stage runway with his so-unhip-they're-hip dance moves and then dropped to his knees and bent backwards like a latter-day Springsteen.
He made sure to play to every part of the arena — scampering up to the top tier to perform a couple of songs, taking a few tours around the ramp behind the stage to give audience members back there their due...
Note: Read also: (Wiki) Coldplay Live Reviews, Photos and Setlist - Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT (29 December 2012) |
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Uncasville review: Coldplay celebrate humble '29th December' at the Mohegan Sun Arena
Posted by busybeeburns on Sunday, December 30, 2012 - 11:30 AM (1754 Reads)
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 Chris Martin wanted to make December 29th a date to remember; he used his bully pulpit at the sold out Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday night to lobby for "humble December 29" to be revered in the way we think of more prominent annual dates like December 25, December 31, and July 4, writes Mass Live in a featured review of Coldplay's show at the Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT (29 December 2012). Catch up on the latest tweets, pictures, videos from this show at the Coldplay Live forum here onwards now. Thanks to everyone who has contributed with tweets, photos, reviews, videos and comments! Read on for the rest of the Mass live review article below...
"We want to make this the most memorable night of your life," he declared at the outset of a 90 minute performance. "So every year when December 29 rolls around, you will celebrate."
Whether or not the 10,000 or so fans gathered in the Connecticut woods will be holding an annual celebration remains to be seen, but Coldplay made a solid effort at turning an ordinary arena concert into something memorable. Yes there were a lot of props and lasers and suspended video boards that some might consider gimmicky. But sometimes gimmicky equates to memorable...
Note: Read also: (Wiki) Coldplay Live Reviews, Photos and Setlist - Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT (29 December 2012) |
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Ology's LP6 preview: What to expect on Coldplay's sixth album
Posted by busybeeburns on Monday, December 24, 2012 - 07:40 AM (3424 Reads)
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 Despite rumours to the contrary, Coldplay will not, in fact, be taking a three-year break now that they've almost finished their extensive world tour behind last year's Mylo Xyloto, writes Ology in their blog already previewing Coldplay's sixth studio album. Read on for the rest of the article...
As clarified by NME, Chris Martin recently told an Australian audience that they'd be away for three years. (Translation: it'll be another three years before Coldplay writes, records, releases a new album and then makes it back down under on their next tour. Isn't all that confusing to me, but whatever, shrug.)
Instead, the band will head back into the studio to begin work on their sixth and definitely easier to pronounce album. In the meantime, the inevitable guessing game begins: where can Coldplay take their ever-changing sound next? Even deeper into the dense modern pop textures of Mylo Xyloto, or back to the lush post-Britpop acoustics of their early work? Let's weigh a few possibilities…
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Naked Brisbane man finds Paradise at recent Coldplay concert, fined $800
Posted by busybeeburns on Friday, December 21, 2012 - 09:40 AM (2874 Reads)
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 We all know that Coldplay can have a pretty strong affect on their followers, and an Australian fan did his best to prove this point at the band’s recent visit down under for their Mylo Xyloto tour, writes Tone Deaf, Australian music magazine.
You will remember that Coldplay played a string of massive stadium shows last month, with the Tone Deaf reviewer labelling the Sydney leg a 'successful night of undying spirit and celebration [that] proved they’re worthy of the title of the biggest band in the world.'
One 34-year-old Brisbane fanatic seemed to agree, experiencing an unfortunately-timed rush of blood to the head that led to him stripping naked and assaulting a security guard at the show at Suncorp Stadium, as Stuff.co.nz reports. His excuse? "Coldplay made me do it." Well, the reviewer did label the Sydney show 'euphoric and boundless.'
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Coldplay's Oracle on 12.12.12 song choices, Essential 'greatest hits', end of the world, Chris's dog and more...
Posted by busybeeburns on Thursday, December 20, 2012 - 09:05 PM (2618 Reads)
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 More questions answered by The Oracle... (circa. 3100 questions now answered - submit yours now!)
December 20, 2012 - submitted by Anon, United States of America
Q. I was watching the 12.12.12 concert last night and of course, Chris was phenomenal. I was wondering... when performing those types of events, what goes in to choosing the songs performed? Is it based on time allowed or relevancy to the event? Odd question I know, but I'm a curious sort. Thanks!! Tracy
The Oracle replies:
Both of those things and other factors are taken into account when performing at such an event. The set list is always an important consideration regardless of the show. The suitability of the song, the audience - it's not always going to be a crowd of Coldplay fans - and the practicality of performing it solo / unplugged / with a guest.
December 20, 2012 - submitted by Veronica, Argentina
Q. Hello Oracle! I want to know something. Is Coldplay Essential an official album?
The Oracle replies:
No; all the official recordings are on this website in the Recordings section. The band have never released any kind of Greatest Hits.
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Coldplay's Oracle on haitus rumours, Spies, Moving To Mars, Chris/unicycle, Trainer Dan and more...
Posted by busybeeburns on Saturday, December 15, 2012 - 11:20 AM (3179 Reads)
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More questions answered by The Oracle... (circa. 3100 questions now answered - submit yours now!)
December 13, 2012 - submitted by Amber, United Kingdom
Q. Hello Oracle, Do you know when this photo was taken and the context behind it? Thanks :)
The Oracle replies:
Back in 2006 the band were at The Brits and during one acceptance speech (they won 2 awards that night), Chris mentioned they'd be away for a while. The following morning a certain British tabloid ran the front page headline "COLDPLAY QUIT". Miller (a.k.a Roadie #42) took the photo of the band to show their surprise at hearing the news - which was of course false. We posted the photo on this website and that's pretty much it. It's worth bearing in mind that if / when Chris mentions taking time off, it doesn't mean a split or a long hiatus.
December 13, 2012 - submitted by Carmen, Italy
Q. Dear Oracle, I don't know you but I'm watching the 12.12.12 concert and I'm crying. I just finished to watch Chris and Michael Stipe and, omg, goosebumps everywhere! Did you watch the concert? How you feel about it? I hope you're fine and I wish you happy holidays!
The Oracle replies:
Awww, that's lovely, Carmen. I haven't seen it yet myself but if it's anything like Chris & Michael's previous performances together, I will probably well up too!
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Review: Chris Martin and Michael Stipe join forces at the 12-12-12 Sandy Benefit concert (12 December)
Posted by busybeeburns on Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 07:45 PM (3285 Reads)
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 Chris Martin joined forces with R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe for a special performance of ‘Losing My Religion’ during the 12-12-12 Concert for Sandy Relief at Madison Square Garden last night, writes Diffuser in a review of the benefit event. You can discuss all the performances at the Coldplay Live forum now (and also watch Chris Martin via YouTube if you missed it!) [thanks to everyone who contributed throughout!]
According to NBC anchor Brian Williams, who appeared onscreen soon after to solicit donations, the team-up was a surprise even to those involved with the planning, and Chris himself seemed humbled to share the stage with one of his heroes. "This is really happening," Chris said, strumming the opening chords to R.E.M.’s biggest hit. Stipe handled most of the lead vocals, but the pair harmonized in spots, and when it was over, Chris poked fun at his duet partner’s recent lack of musical output, saying: "He came out of retirement for that song, and now he’s gone right back in."
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12 Coldplay months of 2012 - reviews (NEW!)
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January (In which the band consists of Chris and some musicians)
February (The Brits, The Grammys and a bit more...)
March (A not so quiet month off)
April (In which Chris and Jonny fly a kite)
May (In which the band are in full concert swing)
June (attack of the POCs)
July (in which things take a comic turn and the band almost miss a gig)
August (features Will, Phil & AROBTTH birthdays!)
September (Rihanna duets, Para Para Paralympics, MTV VMAs and more!)
October (Old photo project revived and charity stuff)
November (in which the band start a "3 year hiatus")
December ('most popular act' of last decade end their year in the Big Apple with Jay-Z)
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Awards Ceremony: 16th December!
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- Wednesday, December 12
- Live 2012: Coldplayers' reviews of the cinema screenings worldwide (part 3)
- Monday, December 10
- Coldplay's Oracle on Jonny's 'Sunny' guitar, 12-12-12 concert, Cemeteries Of London, Square One, Politik and more...
- Thursday, December 06
- Coldplay round-up: Double GRAMMY nomination for Mylo Xyloto & Charlie Brown; 2DayFM prank leads to nurse suicide
- Tuesday, December 04
- Coldplay round-up: MX album art raises $800,000 (£500,000), Chris @ 12-12-12 concert (streamed live), Spotify charts
- Sunday, December 02
- Coldplay's Oracle discusses R#42 aka Miller, auto-tune, recent studio activity and more...
- Friday, November 30
- Chris Martin: "3-year haitus is rubbish; I'm fired up about the band's future"
- Thursday, November 29
- Live 2012 review 4: Coldplay's masterclass in entertaining millions of people with arena rock
- Tuesday, November 27
- Live 2012: Coldplayers' reviews of the cinema screenings worldwide (part 2)
- Saturday, November 24
- Three year haitus? It's not Coldplay's style...
- Friday, November 23
- Brisbane review 2: Coldplay lights up Suncorp in 'last big show' in Australia for a few years (21 November)
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Last.fm is celebrating a decade of scrobbling with a data haul encompassing the last decade of music – and Coldplay have come out winners, it has been revealed by 
