Coldplay are a British rock band formed in London in 1997, consisting of vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion. The band are among the most successful music acts of the modern era, known for their spectacular live performances, distinctive sound and ability to combine rock with a wide range of musical influences.
Coldplay achieved international recognition with their debut album Parachutes (2000), featuring the iconic single “Yellow”. They went on to establish themselves as global stars with albums including A Rush of Blood to the Head (2002), X&Y (2005) and Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends (2008), all of which topped charts in numerous countries. Songs such as “Clocks”, “Fix You”, “Viva la Vida” and “The Scientist” became some of the most recognisable compositions in contemporary rock and pop.
Throughout their career, Coldplay have continued to experiment with their sound, incorporating elements of electronica, R&B, ambient, disco, funk, gospel, blues and progressive rock. Albums including Mylo Xyloto (2011), Ghost Stories (2014), A Head Full of Dreams (2015), Everyday Life (2019), Music of the Spheres (2021) and Moon Music (2024) demonstrate the band's continued musical evolution. Their major hits from this period include “Paradise”, “A Sky Full of Stars”, “Adventure of a Lifetime” and “My Universe” with BTS.
With more than 160 million records sold worldwide, Coldplay are among the best-selling music acts of all time. The band have received numerous accolades, including Grammy Awards and Brit Awards, while their Music of the Spheres World Tour became one of the largest and most attended concert tours in history. Beyond music, Coldplay are also known for their involvement in charitable, humanitarian and environmental causes.
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