Founded in London in 1996, Coldplay has had incredible success both at home and across the globe. After spending several years playing small London clubs, the rock band eventually signed with their first major record label and released Parachutes in 2000. While their first single, “Shiver,” did fairly well, it was their second, “Yellow,” which catapulted them into the spotlight. Since then, they’ve released a total of 7 studio albums, won numerous Grammy and Billboard Music Awards, and have sold roughly 100 million records worldwide, making them one of the best-selling bands of all time. Coldplay’s trademark thought-provoking lyrics can be heard on hits like “The Scientist,” “Viva la Vida,” and “Fix You.” Fans flock to catch the English rock band live, so don’t wait long to get your tickets.
Coldplay was formed by vocalist and keyboardist Chris Martin and lead guitarist Jonny Buckland while studying at University College London. The band began as Pectoralz, but changed their name to Starfish after Guy Berryman joined the group as the bassist. The band’s lineup was completed by drummer Will Champion, and in 1998, they officially changed their name to Coldplay. The band’s first tour traveled across Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America, and have only gotten more popular by the year. Their recent Head Full of Dreams Tour sold so many tickets, it’s become the third highest-grossing concert tour of all time. Tickets sold out at on every leg of the 122-stop tour, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled for when Coldplay hits the road again.
