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Track Listings
| 1. Square One |
| 2. What If? |
| 3. White Shadows |
| 4. Fix You |
| 5. Talk |
| 6. X&Y |
| 7. Speed Of Sound |
| 8. A Message |
| 9. Low |
| 10. Hardest Part |
| 11. Swallowed In The Sea |
| 12. Twisted Logic |
Editorial Reviews
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Things have gone ridiculously well for Coldplay since 2002's A Rush of Blood to the Head. The group's global album sales have soared past the 10-million mark, putting it in the same stratosphere as megabands U2 and the Dave Matthews Band. People have offered up their bank accounts, cars, and even bodies for tickets to its shows. And, in a interesting twist, frontman Chris Martin married Gwyneth Paltrow and set the tabloid world aflame. Funny thing, then, that the British quartet's much-anticipated third album, X&Y, is all about staying grounded. In the powerful opener, "Square One," the singer insists people are fundamentally the same no matter what their stature: "You just want... Somebody listening to what you say," he sings. On "Fix You," Martin grapples with imperfection and missed opportunity: "When you love someone but it goes to waste... Could it be worse?" Meanwhile, the vibrant single, "Speed of Sound," is all about reconnecting with the spirit and soul in the face of the paparazzi's flashbulbs. Musically, the band has never sounded more adventurous, referencing everyone from Kraftwerk ("Talk") to the Pogues ("Swallowed in the Sea"), all the while sweeping aside those Radiohead-lite comparisons to embrace a massive, moving sound that makes simplicity seem sublime. --Aidin Vaziri
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446 of 526 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
It's hard to believe but it's been three years since Coldplay released A Rush of Blood to the Head. Now they are back with their third record X&Y. All of Coldplay's releases share one thing in common; they take some time getting into. When I first listened to Parachutes in the fall of 2000 I was not impressed. After a week it was the only thing I listened to for a six months. When A Rush of Blood to the Head came out it also took a few weeks for it to grow on me. The same thing applies to X&Y.
Starting off with the opening track "Square One" it is apparent that the record is a little more sonically dense than the band's previous efforts. While X&Y is a far cry from being experimental it's just enough of a change to make the new songs fresh. "What if" starts off as a slow piano song that finally builds up to a crescendo that exemplifies the transformation of Coldplay's sound. "Fix You," "White Shadows," Low" and "Twisted Logic" are instantly fan favorites. The hidden track "Til Kingdom Comes" was written for the late great Johnny Cash who passed away before he could record the song. It is a shame Cash did not get a chance to record it, but it makes a fitting and positive end to the album.
X&Y was a long time in coming but it was worth every bit of the wait. I cannot wait to hear how these new songs translate live. As one of the most eagerly anticipated albums of the year Coldplay does not disappoint with X&Y.
Starting off with the opening track "Square One" it is apparent that the record is a little more sonically dense than the band's previous efforts. While X&Y is a far cry from being experimental it's just enough of a change to make the new songs fresh. "What if" starts off as a slow piano song that finally builds up to a crescendo that exemplifies the transformation of Coldplay's sound. "Fix You," "White Shadows," Low" and "Twisted Logic" are instantly fan favorites. The hidden track "Til Kingdom Comes" was written for the late great Johnny Cash who passed away before he could record the song. It is a shame Cash did not get a chance to record it, but it makes a fitting and positive end to the album.
X&Y was a long time in coming but it was worth every bit of the wait. I cannot wait to hear how these new songs translate live. As one of the most eagerly anticipated albums of the year Coldplay does not disappoint with X&Y.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Thanks to the relentless punch of the publicity machine, we all know that Coldplay now has a new album, and as it happens, "X & Y" turns out to be a good one. It's been a wild ride for the English band. Since their 2002 "A Rush of Blood to the Head," Coldplay have turned into international superstars, often inviting comparisons to U2 (and the comparisons are fairly accurate, as far as this reviewer is concerned) and developing a diverse mix of fans. Coldplay's latest album treads familiar ground, with a few welcome surprises and more of the same brand of sweeping rock listeners have come to expect. A moody piano, a subtle string section, and Chris Martin's earnest voice highlight the ballad "What If," while "White Shadows" is a mellow rocker whose guitar recalls the Edge from U2. But the song that almost made my jaw drop is "Talk," which steals the hook from "Computer Love" by Kraftwerk (I am not kidding). Coldplay influenced by the German synth quartet? Yes, it's true. The rest of the album follows a similar pattern: big sweeping melodies, choruses that soar kite-high, and no real duds. While odds are "X & Y" will be just as big a multiplatinum seller as its predecessor, it should also prove that Coldplay is more than "That British Band Whose Lead Singer Married That Hollywood Actress."
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
It's hard to beat the emotional pull evoked by the elegant piano ballads 'Amsterdam', 'Warning Sign', 'The Scientist', and 'Clocks' from AROBTTH, but Coldplay just might have done it with the more guitar-oriented X&Y.
'Square One' is a great opener that shows that Britpop can be edgy. 'White Shadows' has a tremendous beat that makes you feel like busting out some dance moves. 'What If' and particularly 'Fix You' are beautifully recorded and represent their best work to date. 'Low' and 'Twisted Logic' are the most experimental tracks from Coldplay thus far.
Coldplay has never been a bigger target for criticism, but in X&Y they've built on past success to create a bigger, more vibrant sound that propels their music to new heights.
'Square One' is a great opener that shows that Britpop can be edgy. 'White Shadows' has a tremendous beat that makes you feel like busting out some dance moves. 'What If' and particularly 'Fix You' are beautifully recorded and represent their best work to date. 'Low' and 'Twisted Logic' are the most experimental tracks from Coldplay thus far.
Coldplay has never been a bigger target for criticism, but in X&Y they've built on past success to create a bigger, more vibrant sound that propels their music to new heights.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
I love this CD.
It got here really fast! I really love this band, so I could not wait for the CD. The CD has some of my favorites songs, and I highly recommend it.
Published 23 days ago by Diana Rosales
the enjoyable tracks are the ones that sound like U2
there, i said it. not a bad disc. not a great one either. buy it, or buy a U2 disc. either way you're guaranteed a handful of good songs.
Published 1 month ago by Matthew Watson
Good stuff
This is where I believe that Coldplay kind of decided who they were, musically. It is a really good album, with some of their best songs.
Published 2 months ago by Sandy
X E Y!
WHITE SHADOWS, TALK and SPEED OF SOUND are some of the greatest songs Coldplay create...The rest of the album are not so memorable... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Rio Fluzăo
College Anthem
I do not exaggerate when I say that I must have listened to this album in its entirety hundreds of times during my three years in college. Read more
Published 3 months ago by NuEngland
awesome!
Great record, packaged and shipped nicely, and I really like the poster that comes with the album. This is definitely something every Coldplay lover must have!
Published 4 months ago by softersounds
Great Care expemplified
I purchased this for my son-in-law, an audiophile, for a Christmas present. It arrived on time and was well packaged to maintain the pristine appearance, which is important to him. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Deborah VanDeusen
Coldplay will be bigger than the Stones...
When Yellow was released I was in my twenties and I thought this is a great band...now years later I am a father and husband, they are an EPIC BAND. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Luis
Good service
Good service. It was packaged in a bubble wrap envelope which what I would have done but unfortunately the jewel case hasd two large cracks in it when delivered. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Matt B. Schenecker
Love it
It's extremely good; reminds me of Travis a little bit. I really liked the songs and everything about it. Yeah.
Published 6 months ago by Travis Chaffee
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