COLDPLAY Vinyl & CDs

Review: Today marks a significant milestone as Coldplay's iconic Brothers & Sisters EP celebrates its 25th anniversary with a special edition release. Originally launched via Fierce Panda Records, the EP was pivotal in shaping the band's early sound and building their devoted fanbase. Released as a gatefold double BioVinyl 7", this commemorative edition includes the classic tracks 'Brothers & Sisters' and 'Easy To Please', alongside the addition of 'Only Superstition'. Recorded for a modest L450, the EP made its mark, climbing to number 92 on the charts. As an intriguing bonus, the anniversary release features a new track, 'The Story of Brothers & Sisters', offering a spoken word insight into Coldplay's formative years. Lifted from Simon Williams' audiobook 'Pandamonium! How Not To Run A Record Label', this excerpt vividly recounts the band's early days at iconic venues like Camden Falcon and Kentish Town Bull & Gate, where they caught the attention of Radio One's Evening Session and garnered their first NME reviews. Celebrating both Coldplay's journey and Fierce Panda's 30th anniversary, this release encapsulates a pivotal moment in music history.

Review: Coldplay's A Rush of Blood to the Head back in 2002 was a move on from their debut that showed deeper emotional and sonic complexity. With Chris Martin's distinctive voice at the helm, the album features anthems like 'Clocks' and 'The Scientist' which blend atmospheric rock with introspective lyrics. Tracks such as 'God Put a Smile Upon Your Face' and 'In My Place' highlight the band's ability to fuse melodic hooks with poignant themes and the album's exploration of love, loss and introspection, supported as always by grand and dynamic arrangements and epic production, remains a standout in the band's catalogue.

Review: Coldplay's debut album, Parachutes, receives a well-deserved reissue on vinyl, marking its enduring significance in the band's discography and modern rock history. Originally released in 2000, this album propelled Coldplay to international acclaim with its introspective lyrics, melodic guitar lines, and Chris Martin's emotive vocals. The vinyl reissue maintains the album's original warmth and intimacy while enhancing the listening experience with the format's rich sound quality. Tracks like 'Yellow,' 'Trouble,' and 'Shiver' were instrumental in showing Coldplay's ability to blend alternative rock with heartfelt songwriting, capturing themes of love, longing, and self-discovery. The album's timeless appeal lies in its ability to evoke both nostalgia and contemporary relevance, appealing to longtime fans rediscovering its magic and new listeners with its raw emotional depth. Whether experienced as a journey through youthful introspection or a melodic exploration of human connections, Parachutes remains a poignant debut that solidified Coldplay as a force in the music industry.

Review: Coldplay's Moon Music is a typically lush and atmospheric pop-rock journey that makes another step in the band's continued evolution. Blending their famous anthemic sound with some more celestial and experimental elements, the album feels both expansive and intimate. Songs like 'Light Through the Veil' and 'Celestial Echoes' offer reflective ambient tones, while tracks like 'Lunar Phases' carry uplifting cosmic energy. The band's seamless incorporation of electronic elements and orchestral flourishes gives Moon Music a dreamlike quality with Chris Martin's vocals guiding listeners through themes of love, unity and transcendence. This album is a refreshing work for those who are into such sounds and it confirms Coldplay are still pushing creative boundaries.

Review: Moon Music is the anticipated new album from the mega popular band Coldplay, seeing them reuniting with renowned producer Max Martin, who also worked on their 2021 hit album Music of the Spheres. The album's lead single, 'Feelslikeimfallinginlove,' will be the lead single and has fans buzzing with excitement. The cover of Moon Music has been revealed, adding to the anticipation. Following the success of their BTS collaboration 'My Universe,' which became Coldplay's first No. 1 hit since 'Viva La Vida' and earned them a Grammy nomination, expectations are high. The Moon Music EcoRecord LP is a limited edition release, featuring a printed inner sleeve, an outer sleeve, and an expanded 28-page booklet filled with lyrics, imagery and credits.

Review: Studio album number ten finds Britain's foremost purveyors of 21st century stadium rock combining lyrical fragility - the result of a conscious effort by front man Chris Martin to be more emotionally open - with typically lavishly executed (and at times orchestrated) music that doffs a cap to many of their now familiar themes. So while grandiose opener and title track 'Moon Music' (created in collaboration with Jon Hopkins) and the sing-a-long, late 80s indie-influenced stadium synth pop of 'Feelslikeimfallinginlove' reflect the sound and approach that powered them to superstardom, 'We Pray' sees them take a gentle turn towards bass-heavy, grime-leaning dancefloors in the company of Little Simz, Burna Boy, Elyanna and TMI, 'Rainbow' is a gospel-influenced slab of spirituality, Anya Starr collaboration 'Good Feelings' is a disco-pop delight and 'Aeterna' doffs a cap to more rave-inclined dancefloors.

Review: Coldplay's tenth studio album, Moon Music, produced by Max Martin, follows their 2021 effort, Music of the Spheres, which saw great success. Chris Martin has been teasing this release for 18 months, heightening anticipation among fans and, led by the first single, 'feelslikeimfallinginlove', it won't disappoint their huge international fanbse. In line with Coldplay's commitment to sustainability, the physical release of Moon Music includes innovative packaging too and this individually numbered limited first edition is an Indie Exclusive Red rPET Eco Vinyl Edition.

Review: As X&Y approaches its 20th anniversary, it remains a pivotal moment in Coldplay's discography, featuring the band's ability to create music that is both expansive and emotionally resonant. The album is filled with memorable moments, from the infectious guitar hook in 'Talk' to the deeply moving 'Fix You,' which builds to one of Coldplay's most triumphant climaxes. Even the opener, 'Square One,' sets a compelling tone with its ambient textures and catchy melody.The production is crisp and Chris Martin's voice, while understated, complements the evocative piano melodies and lush arrangements. Coldplay's ability to blend accessibility with depth is on full display here, making the album suitable for both background listening and more focused, immersive experiences. With this new reissue, X&Y reaffirms its place as a significant work in Coldplay's career. The music's enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke emotion through simplicity, proving that sometimes, straightforward and heartfelt can be just as impactful as innovation.

Review: They're the biggest but most hated band on the planet, but that will never stop Coldplay. The band has long been at the top of the pop-rock world and once again Music of the Spheres is likely to keep them there. It is an album rather less wrought with emotional tension than they are known for but still has one eye firmly on the cosmos, like much of their material. In fact, there is a loose concept here that revolves around a distant solar system. The lead single, 'My Universe,' features K-pop kings BTS and is already a number one, and the rest of the tunes are so unashamedly big they will likely follow.