McCartney wins songwriting prize Oct 16, 2009
Coldplay won song of the year for Viva La Vida, while Phil Collins collected an award for In The Air Tonight. Calvin Harris and The Ting Tings were also honoured at the ceremony. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The Playlist: No. 7: Coldplay Oct 16, 2009
Now take one look at the lyrics of Coldplay's "Shiver" and tell me that lead singer Chris Martin doesn't absolutely slay you ... This decade saw the release of Coldplay's entire discography - from 2000's "Parachutes" to last year's album of the year (by my count at least) "Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends" - with each release as brilliant and beautiful as its predecessor. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Turning over a new Leith Oct 16, 2009
The result is a record blending Leith's love of arena pop think U2, Travis, Keane and Coldplay with classic rock and Queen. His change in sound his last covers album was released for Mother's Day, after all was denoted by a deliberate shift last year in the sound of his live shows. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Remember June Oct 15, 2009
Actually I'm sure the record company is hoping he's a U2 without the edge (that is, Coldplay or, at a pinch, the Killers) but it's mid-tempo, hearts-worn-on-the-outside pop rock, sung well and structured soundly. There's nothing you haven't heard a dozen times before but there is nothing to make you gag either. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Clear Channel expands music video content Oct 13, 2009
Some of the upcoming performances include videos from Coldplay, Maxwell, Tim McGraw, Mariah Carey and Silversun Pickups. New content will be continuously updated. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Disney Sing It: Pop Hits Oct 7, 2009
Among the notable acts in this third iteration of the franchise are Miley Cyrus, Jonas Brothers, Taylor Swift, Colbie Caillat, Demi Lovato, Hannah Montana, Jesse McCartney, Coldplay and One Republic. Featuring a variety of ways to play, Disney Sing It: Pop Hits lets players grab the microphone and take center stage in a single player mode, harmonize with friends and family in duet mode to earn higher scores, or compete with them head-to-head in multi-player modes. (IGN PS2)
U2 Tour A Recession-Proof Sellout Oct 6, 2009
"U2 is selling out stadiums around the world and breaking attendance records in the process. A lot of bands that have been around this long have peaked commercially, and that certainly does not seem to be the case with U2. Whether or not they achieve the greatness of past albums with No Line is debatable, but it would be hard to deny that they're trying. This has never been a band content with the status quo."As for who's next, right now one could only guess," Waddell says. "Many in the industry... (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Premiere Radio Networks Launches "London Calling" Internationally Oct 5, 2009
Delivered from the center of the UK music scene, London Calling will feature the biggest music acts in the world, such as Coldplay, Duffy, Radiohead and Amy Winehouse; cutting-edge British music and new artists; and iconic bands such as The Rolling Stones, David Bowie and The Beatles. In addition, Camfield will count down the top five songs each week based on sales and radio airplay on the British charts. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Does Twitter Work as a Music Discovery Engine, Too? Oct 5, 2009
Many of us who have come to rely on the service face a problem of information overload, and don't need to see something like "I'm listening to Coldplay right now!" The occasional link can be a valuable pointer, but the ongoing integration of someone's playlist into a Twitter feed is a recipe for unfollowing. And yet, music discovery services rely on scale. (BusinessWeek)
HDNet to Broadcast 'HDNet Fights Presents: MFC 22: Payoff' Sep 30, 2009
One of the best line-ups in the Maximum Fighting Championship's history has been set for "MFC 22: Payoff." In the main event Jason 'The Athlete' MacDonald (21-12) returns to the organization where he began his career, facing The Ultimate Fighter 4 winner, Travis 'The Serial Killer" Lutter (9-5). In the co-main event of the evening, MFC lightweight champion Antonio "Mandingo" McKee (22-3-2) defends his title for the first time against Carlo Prater (24-6-1).In other action, MFC fan favorite, John... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Spotted on Campus With...Chip Aronica Sep 26, 2009
"We Never Change" by Coldplay. What is the greatest thing you can learn from a loss. (Goleopards.com)
Female gang attacks woman -- over poor karaoke performance! Sep 25, 2009
A in August 2007 after performing a Coldplay song, while a last November following his interpretation of a Ronnie James Dio song. (2 pages). (The Drudge Report)
Mobo Awards to honour War Child Sep 24, 2009
Artists including U2, Sir Elton John, Coldplay, Oasis, Sir Paul McCartney and Radiohead have helped raise funds and awareness by taking part in a string of charity albums and concerts in the past. War Child chief executive Mark Waddington said: "War Child is delighted to be receiving the BeMobo award in recognition of our work with children in the world's harshest war zones, and for our work with music in the UK. "Highlighting the unacceptable impact of war on children has never been more... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Coldplay Reaches Deal On Lawsuit Sep 23, 2009
Coldplay Reaches Deal On Lawsuit - CBS News ... Coldplay Reaches Deal On Lawsuit ... Guitarist's Copyright Lawsuit Against Coldplay Over 'Viva La Vida' Is Dismissed. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
President dishes on 'Late Show' Sep 23, 2009
Coldplay, Satriani settle copyright suit. LOS ANGELES Court records show guitarist Joe Satriani and Coldplay have reached an agreement that ends a copyright infringement lawsuit filed over the band's smash hit "Viva la Vida." ... Satriani sued Coldplay in December, claiming the band copied "substantial, original portions" of his 2004 song, "If I Could Fly.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hope itll be a Dog day afternoon for LSU Sep 22, 2009
But I like a wide variety of music, from The Who to Americana to Coldplay. Cuz. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Sep 22, 2009
Other items on sale include the red dress Bailey Rae wore in the video for Put Your Records On, a pair of gold-coloured designer shoes signed by Factory Girl star Miller and a black Dolce na jacket worn by Coldplay singer Chris Martin. Artist Tracey Emin has donated a pencil sketch, while fans will also be able to bid for a script of The Queen signed by Oscar-winning star Dame Helen Mirren. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Michael Moore screening 'Capitalism' in Mich. town Sep 22, 2009
"The film will be released nationwide on Oct. 2. BOX OFFICE TOP 10 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: 7: 8: 9: 10: TV NEWS Angie Harmon is hosting a celebrity shoe auction in New York City and sending her baby daughter through an obstacle course to raise money for charity.Add this one to the presidential collection: the heart-shaped potato.Neil Patrick Harris did for the Emmy Awards what he did for the Tonys earlier this year: increase the award show's audience over the previous year. ENTERTAINMENT NEWS When was... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Lady Gaga leads MTV Europe nominations Sep 22, 2009
- Coldplay; Kid Rock; Kings of Leon; Lady Gaga; Linkin Park. - Reuters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
US artists lead MTV Europe awards Sep 22, 2009
Other acts to be nominated include U2 for best rock, La Roux and Pixie Lott for best new act, Muse for best alternative, and Coldplay for best world stage performance. La Roux and Pixie Lott will also compete against Florence and the Machine, The Saturdays and Tinchy Stryder to be named best UK and Ireland new act. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Suit against Coldplay over Viva La Vida ends Sep 22, 2009
Suit against Coldplay over Viva La Vida ends - Music- msnbc ... Suit against Coldplay over Viva La Vida ends ... Court records show guitarist Joe Satriani and Coldplay have reached an agreement that ends a copyright infringement lawsuit filed over the band's smash hit "Viva la Vida.". (MSNBC -- Music)
Simon Pegg plays with Coldplay Sep 20, 2009
Actor Simon Pegg has joined Coldplay on stage at Wembley Stadium on Friday night at the first of two London gigs on their world tour. Shaun of the Dead actor Pegg played the harmonica as Coldplay performed their hit Trouble. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
HDNet World Report Goes Inside the Iraqi Transition Sep 18, 2009
The HDNet Concert Series features leading artists and bands including Coldplay, Gwen Stefani, John Mayer and more. HDNet also features revealing lifestyle programming featuring "Art Mann Presents," "Vegas Confessions," "Deadline" and "Get Out!" HDNet is also the exclusive high definition home to critically acclaimed and award winning documentaries as part of the InFocus series. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
No change for Girls' Coldplay set Sep 18, 2009
Pop stars Girls Aloud say they will not make any concessions to rock fans when they support Coldplay at Wembley Stadium this weekend. "Coldplay asked us to do the gig because they like what we do," singer Nicola Roberts told BBC Radio 5 live. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Dan Brown's new hit Sep 17, 2009
Coldplay suit settled. Joe Satriani s lawsuit against Coldplay alleging copyright infringement has been dismissed, his representative said ... Satriani filed suit last year against Coldplay and Capitol Records, alleging the band s Viva La Vida contained substantial, original portions of his track If I Could Fly. (Boston Globe)
Coldplay copyright case 'settled' Sep 17, 2009
Coldplay copyright case 'settled. Coldplay have always denied copying the track ... Coldplay and Joe Satriani have reached an agreement over a court case alleging they copied parts of one his songs, according to reports. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Can today's bands measure up to The Beatles? Sep 17, 2009
Coldplay This is a tough one. On the one hand, I think people are over-fascinated with Coldplay because of the whole British music invasion ... But then, I have to admit Coldplay does have some pretty good tunes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Coldplay, Joe Satriani Settle Copyright Infringement Case Sep 17, 2009
" The details of the settlement reportedly remain sealed, but unidentified legal sources told Billboard that a financial settlement between the two sides may have been reached, and Coldplay will not have to admit any wrongdoing. At press time, spokespeople for Satriani had no comment and Coldplay reps had not returned requests for comment from MTV News. Satriani filed suit against Coldplay and the band's label, Capitol Records, in December months after a number of online videos pointing out the... (VHI.com -- Music News)
* PLANET POP Sep 14, 2009
Kanye West, Eminen and Coldplay garnered four nominations each, ahead of Green Day with three and Jay-Z with two. Actor George Clooney pledged on Friday to help his friend and fellow thespian Matt Damon shape up to reclaim the title of sexiest man alive. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Raiders' mystery man Asomugha Sep 14, 2009
But probably the best time he had was at a Coldplay concert just before training camp started. He loved the band's energy, its enthusiasm, the way Coldplay knows how to put on a show. (ESPN -- Football)
Upcoming record releases Sep 13, 2009
Ready for the second coming of Coldplay. Well, get ready, because it s headed our way in the form of this bespectacled British pop singer, who finally leaps across the Atlantic with the release of his self-titled debut here. (Boston Globe)
Kid Cudi, All-American Rejects Rave About VMA House-Band MC Wale Sep 12, 2009
" Like all the hot performances set to go down on Sunday, when the show goes live from New York's Radio City Music Hall, Wale's house-band set is all very top-secret. Butt, if Thursday was any indication, those covers could include songs by Britney Spears, Coldplay and Kings of Leon. This report is provided by Services: Popular Links: theFABlife: VH1Classic.com: 00000000. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Q&A: Laura Broderick Sep 11, 2009
Coldplay and Beck are two of my favorite bands that I have seen there. Can I mention that I went to ACL in 2006 and, in addition to seeing my favorite band (Guster), saw Jake Gyllenhaal and Lance Armstrong at Chuy's. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Catskills is the new Williamsburg (for a weekend) Sep 10, 2009
All Points West has 30,000 people and Coldplay, says the British Hogan ... All Points West has 30,000 people and Coldplay, says the British Hogan. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
McGraw, Black Eyed Peas kick off 2009 NFL season at Point State Park Sep 9, 2009
(The 2010 artist will be announced in the next month or so, and among those most talked about have been The Who, Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi and Coldplay. . (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Band thrives with new singer Sep 9, 2009
One such live band mash-up features music from artists as different as Coldplay, T.I. and The Cranberries. "Our generation is able to get music online, so we don't have to spend all of our money on one type of music, and as such, we have exposure to all sorts of styles," Corcoran said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Janet Jackson To Pay Tribute To Michael At The VMAs Sep 9, 2009
Janet will help kick off the awards show, which airs live Sunday at 9 p.m. (VHI.com -- Music News)
X Factor winner and judge unveil their new singles Sep 8, 2009
It was unveiled a week before Girls Aloud play the biggest gigs of their career, supporting Jay-Z and Coldplay at Wembley Stadium. The two dates are the band's last commitments before taking a year off. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Pet Shop Boys remain ’80s kings Sep 7, 2009
Any band that can work In the back of my mind I heard distant feet/ Che Guevara and Debussy to a disco beat into a pop song deserves to strut about onstage in a king s crown and robe, and that is exactly what Tennant did as he sang Coldplay s Viva La Vida. The wonderfully cheeky moment was devoured by the crowd. (Boston Globe)
Still relevant after decades, the Beatles set to rock 9/9/09 Sep 6, 2009
By comparison, current rockers Coldplay received 39 percent positive responses, with 45 percent saying they'd never heard of them. Forty-two percent said they like hip-hop star Kanye West. (CNN)
Goofy helmets and one last shot at the Fish Sep 4, 2009
Naw, harsh would have been ColdPlay. Brian. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Motown Records Celebrates 50th Anniversary Sep 3, 2009
Motown may be 50 years old, but it isn't any less relevant with current hitmakers -- from Taylor Swift to Coldplay -- citing the label's signature "sound" as an influence. Would there be a Beyonce or Mariah Carey had Diana Ross, Martha Reeves and Gladys Knight not come first. (W-USA News, DC)
'Private' Natalie Imbruglia on promotional tour Sep 3, 2009
The Coldplay singer was one of the reasons her latest album was four years in the making: he called Imbruglia at the eleventh hour to offer her a song and collaborated on two further tracks for the album. "It is the most beautiful song. [Coldplay] are such a huge success it was always going to draw a lot of attention to the album but that was not why I included them. Chris is one of the best songwriters in the world and it was such an incredible opportunity.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Celebrity birthdays for Sept. 6-12 Sep 3, 2009
Guitarist Jon Buckland of Coldplay is 32. Rapper Ludacris is 32. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
NJ music festival All Points West keeps getting better Sep 1, 2009
Media Credit: MCT campusColdplay frontman Chris Martin, was among the headliners with Jay-Z and MGMT. ... This year's lineup was just as impressive, if not more so, featuring big time names such as Coldplay, Tool and Jay-Z. Beastie Boys were originally scheduled to perform, but the band had to pull because of medical related issues to Adam "MCA" Yauch, with Jay-Z filling the gap as a headliner on the opening night. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Copy Cat! Coldplay in hot water over song Sep 1, 2009
Coldplay in hot water over song - Music - Entertainment - smh ... Coldplay in hot water over song ... Yusuf Islam reckons Coldplay's song is too like his Foreigner Suite. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Phila. in StubHub top 5 for concerts Aug 25, 2009
The city s top selling shows in last year s rankings were: Kenny Chesney, Jimmy Buffett and Coldplay. Based on sales through StubHub as of Aug. 13, the top five summer concert tours, ranked by StubHub sales dollar volume. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Clear Channel adds live music channel Aug 22, 2009
Participating artists include John Legend, Taylor Swift, Maxwell, Alicia Keys, Coldplay, Linkin Park, Sugarland, Green Day, Kanye West, The Fray, Lily Allen, Bon Jovi, John Mayer, Silversun Pickups, Rascal Flatts, Leona Lewis, and more. Between songs, listeners will hear artists share stories ranging from their first concert as a fan to their favorite new music. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Clear Channel Radio's stripped Live Music Series Now a Digital Radio Station on iheartradio Aug 22, 2009
Other participating artists include Taylor Swift, Maxwell, Alicia Keys, Coldplay, Linkin Park, Sugarland, Green Day, Kanye West, The Fray, Lily Allen, Bon Jovi, John Mayer, Silversun Pickups, Rascal Flatts, Leona Lewis, and many more. stripped radio is now available to Clear Channel Radios digital audience of more than 22 million unique monthly visitors. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
StubHub Reveals The 20 Most Rockin' Cities of 2009 Aug 21, 2009
Taylor Swift (5/22); Eric Clapton/Steve Winwood (6/30); Coldplay (7/18) ... Kenny Chesney (7/18); Phish (8/5); Coldplay (7/13) ... Coldplay (7/11); Taylor Swift (5/15); Kenny Chesney (8/1). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tokio Hotel Fans Go Wild For 'Automatic' Aug 20, 2009
I'd definitely agree with the U2 and Coldplay and even the Angels & Airwaves comparisons ... I agree with the Coldplay comparison of the guitars during the refrain of the word 'automatic,' the way the guitars rise and warble and sing so beautifully is very similar to a Coldplay sound relief. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Interview with the Band Chinatown Aug 18, 2009
Their set was just before Coldplay and it even lapsed for about half and hour. According to Pierre-Alain Faucon, he s not a fan but is interested in how the huge machine that is Coldplay puts on a show ... It s interesting how it takes lots of people to put on a Coldplay show, we are just a small band at this point, I mean we still carry around our own instruments, says Toby Cayouette. (Suite101.com)
Osheaga 2009 Review Aug 18, 2009
Montreal Music Festival headlines Coldplay and Yeah, Yeah, Yeah's ... Among the best of the day where The Stills, Chinatown, Jason Mraz, The Roots, La Roux, Lykke Li and Coldplay which performed an amazing set featuring all of their hits. (Suite101.com)
Music for the masses Aug 17, 2009
It may not have reached the epic proportions of a full-fledged Coldplay or Nine Inch Nails concert, but at least we had a good time, right. Now, if only someone would get some less MTV-friendly bands into the country. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Failure Edition: Banker, Regulator, Leverager, Stimulus Aug 16, 2009
The corporate home of musical acts including Pink Floyd, Coldplay, and Radiohead is trying to stave off a default, the Journal. EMI, bought in a leveraged deal by British moneyman Guy Hands in 2007, is choking under the debt load placed on the company, as the music industry continues to struggle. (Slate)
Taking it easy Aug 14, 2009
So far, World Stage has featured some of the greatest, most popular acts of our generation, including Coldplay, Metallica, Amy Winehouse, Franz Ferdinand, The Kooks, Snow Patrol, Kaiser Chiefs, Korn, REM, Duffy and more. But come Aug 15, Malaysias very own Estranged will add its names to that list, and the band members didnt seem fazed at all during an interview with R.AGE recently. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Photo gallery Aug 13, 2009
Photos of this year's amazing lineup, featuring Tool, Beastie Boys and more Photos from the Liberty Island, N.J., festival starring Jay-Z, Coldplay and Tool Photos from this year's massive music fest in Manchester, Tennessee Photos from California's desert music festival Photos, reviews and more from Austin's annual orgy of music. Add a comment. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Kings Of Leon Think They'll Come In 'Last Place' At VMAs Aug 13, 2009
But bassist Jared Followill does admit their 'Use Somebody' clip is 'probably the least stupid video we've done. by James Montgomery, with reporting by Gil Kaufman. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Old rockers still dominate concert scene Aug 9, 2009
" Younger groups such as Coldplay and No Doubt and Green Day still fill major venues, but they emerge less frequently and disappear more quickly. Coldplay, Radiohead and the Dave Matthews Band are among the few contemporary bands music-industry professionals describe as having onstage staying power. "Younger kids still love live music," says Pollstar editor Gary Bongiovanni. "It's just the acts they're going to see don't seem to last anywhere near as long. These older acts have honed their live... (Erie Times-News, PA)
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Coldplay - "In My Place". Darker My Love - "Blue Day". (IGN PS2)
SPAC alcohol policy flexible Aug 8, 2009
You enjoyed a beer at your seat during the Coldplay show earlier this summer without a problem. How about a repeat performance with a cold brew at your seat during the OAR show on Sunday. (Albany Times Union)
Beyonce Or Britney? Eminem Or Kanye? Your VMA Picks Aug 7, 2009
KINGS OF LEON, COLDPLAY OR GREEN DAY SHOULD WIN. " IllWitSkills This report is provided by Services: Popular Links: theFABlife: VH1Classic.com: 00000000. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Beastie Boy recovering from cancer surgery Aug 7, 2009
In the e-mail, Yauch thanked everyone "who sent positive thoughts my way" and gave a thumbs-up to the recent and Coldplay cover performances of "No Sleep Till Brooklyn" and "(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (to Party)" at the 2009 All Points West Music and Arts Festival held in New Jersey, which Yauch said he saw via YouTube. Don't Miss. (CNN)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Aug 6, 2009
Other items on sale include the red dress Bailey Rae wore in the video for Put Your Records On, a pair of gold-coloured designer shoes signed by Factory Girl star Miller and a black Dolce na jacket worn by Coldplay singer Chris Martin. Artist Tracey Emin has donated a pencil sketch, while fans will also be able to bid for a script of The Queen signed by Oscar-winning star Dame Helen Mirren. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Robbie Williams 'goes on strike' Aug 6, 2009
Radiohead and Sir Paul McCartney have already left EMI, with reports that Coldplay and Kylie Minogue may follow. EMI's UK chief executive - who signed many of the label's current stars - also left the company on Tuesday after 25 years. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
