Coldplay
Coldplay at the very end of a concert in December 2008. From left to right: Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Chris Martin, and Will Champion.
Background information
Origin	London, England
Genres	Alternative rock, Post-Britpop
Years active	1997–present
Labels	Parlophone, Capitol, Atlantic
Associated acts	Apparatjik
Website	www.coldplay.com
Members	Chris Martin Jonny Buckland Guy Berryman Will Champion

Coldplay is an English rock band formed in London in 1996. The band's members are vocalist/pianist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bass player Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion. Coldplay became famous around the world with their 2000 song "Yellow". Their first album, Parachutes, was very successful and was nominated for the Mercury Prize. Coldplay were nominated for this award again in 2003 and 2005. Coldplay is one of the most successful bands of the 21st century, selling over 100 million records worldwide. The band is also known for hit singles, including "Speed of Sound" and the 2 Grammy Award-winning songs, "Clocks" and their 2008 single "Viva la Vida" (Song of the Year for 2008).