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the band knew that 40,000 crying, screaming, and dancing fans would one day be singing along
to the group. They considered it when they were writing and recording the songs in the cramped
English studio. The songs performed in this concert are massive such that they are built ideally
for a standard-sized performance. Surely no one requires to listen to ‘Yellow” again, viewing the
band performs in this documentary. It can only be meaningless if not boundlessly determined to
bring the song to live back. The Coldplay band remains professional throughout the concert. It is
observable that each of the band members is both an electric performer and a skilled musician,
who embraces the shtick with determination, commitment, and real energy (Coldplay 42:12).
And indeed yes, “Fix You” always remain on the old popular heartstrings.
Style Period
The Coldplay concert performance is one of its kind since one can see the evolution of
the band’s stage. The set-up is mind-blowing, with other exciting particulars. They include
runaway which extends into the center of the crowd branded with a big “X,” giant pulsating
screens, lasers, pyrotechnics, and all kind of equipment decorated in bright neon splashes. One
member of the band shouted for wristbands, that were issued venue upon people’s arrival.
According to the performers, it was a central thing, which bridged the gap between the audience
and performers. I observed the lead singer and the band leader, Chris Martin, trying to implore
the crowd to stick their hand in the air (Coldplay 10:59). After one of the band members threw a
switch, all the wristbands that were previously blank got lit in the neon colors (blinking).
Interpretation
The director of the band, Paul Dugdale, wanted the crowd to enjoy themselves. He gets
into the spirit of Mylo Xyloto Tour when he often ‘drew’ squiggles of shiny paint on the screen.
He adds it to the overstuffed, outrageous nature of experience. However, he knows when most
