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May 23rd 2007 04:23

Coldplay

Finding their image

Selling over 35 million records worldwide, London rock outfit Coldplay continue to operate in the upper echelon of the music industry.

Band Members Chris Martin (Vocals, Keyboard), Jonny Buckland (Guitar), Guy Berryman (Bass) and Will Champion (Drums) met back in 1996 at University and formed the band a year later. Starting life as a boy band called Pectoralz, once united changed musical direction and slowly evolved into 4 Piece act that would garner them mountains of attention.

Stylin' in black and white

After a tumultuous beginning and on again, off again relationships between the band, as they began to breakthrough they also had to reestablish their goals.

Album Cover

Heavily influenced by the stylings of Jeff Buckley and Radiohead, their massively successful debut Album Parachute announced there meteoric arrival. After the luke warm response to their first single “Shiver”, they finally had their first hit with the overplayed ever since tune “Yellow”.

Touring relentlessly since 1999 as their fan bas grew so did their grueling schedule. Eventually making a dent in the US market after several high profile appearances and winning a Grammy in 2002.

Album Cover

In 2001 the band returned to the studio for their second album A Rush of Blood to the Head which was released the following year. Hit singles on the record included “In My Place”, “Scientist” and “Clocks”,it was during this time that the band became rock superstars.

The Flyodian way

Modelling their live show on the U2/Pink Flyod style sensory experience with abundant, light, lasers and multimedia the band toured relentlessly. Mega stardom has its price and in 2004 the band withdrew from the maelstrom.

The Australian Album cover

Entering the studio to make XY, taking a much needed break to reassess and recharge their energies. (Hits off the album included “Speed of Sound”

Warming themselves after a cold reception

Continuing their upward trajectory the band have continued to tour and are now working on their 4th Album which is produced by Brian Eno. Scheduled for release later in 2007, for up to date info on the albums progression visit www.myspace.com/coldplay

Watch Coldplay life performing "Speed of Sound"