6 April 2006: Wachovia Center, Philadelphia, PA
From WikiColdplay
Setlist
- Square One
- Politik
- Yellow
- Speed Of Sound
- God Put A Smile Upon Your Face
- X&Y
- How You See The World
- Don't Panic
- White Shadows
- The Scientist
- Til Kingdom Come
- Ring Of Fire
- Trouble
- Clocks
- Talk
Encore - Swallowed In The Sea
- In My Place
- Fix You
Reviews
PHILADELPHIA - Fans sat elbow to elbow in the packed Wachovia Center on April 4 waiting eagerly for Coldplay to take the stage. A mixed crowd-teenagers and adults alike-came to wish the band a memorable farewell on the last stop of their 2006 U.S. tour. Sweaty palmed and ready to stand and cheer, I anxiously awaited the British quartet. The lights were dimmed for close to ten minutes while stage workers set and checked every guitar, microphone and especially lead vocalist Chris Martin's piano.
As the stage lights sparked on, drummer Will Champion, bassist Guy Berryman and lead guitarist Johnny Buckland entered from upstage. Seconds later, Martin, as if propelled from a canon, leaped from the cover of backstage and landed in the center of a single spotlight.
The show started with "Square One," the lead track from their newest album, X & Y, released in 2005. They continued with more songs from X & Y, as well as their first hit, "Yellow," from their debut album Parachutes.
While performing this older song, giant inflatable yellow balls fell from the ceiling and the crowd passed them around. The balls eventually popped and sprayed sparkling yellow confetti on surrounding fans.
A few songs into the show, Martin addressed the audience with sincerity and appreciation. He thanked everyone for their support and explained how just a day before in New York, a doctor had told him he shouldn't sing the following night because of throat complications.
Upon arriving in Philly and seeing another doctor, Martin assured everyone he was okay to perform. Though he didn't elaborate, no one seemed bothered. In fact, as he followed up with "What If," the second track from X & Y, fans made known their admiration with a standing ovation.
The Wachovia Center proved to be a good venue; holding over 15,000 fans yet still producing excellent acoustics. The stage, comprised of two different levels included small wings on either side. The entire design allowed Martinample room to wander.
An energetic Martin owned the stage with a chaotic confidence. From his dynamic leaps from one stage level to the next to his frenzied running that resembled a toddler high on Pixie Sticks, his energy proved dedication to his fans and his work.
At times, he'd lay spread-eagle on the stage-still singing-and swing his arms and legs as if he was making snow angels.
Though I sat stage left and couldn't see most of the backdrop, from my seat I could make out graphics that resembled a Windows screensaver-streams of colors twisting and swirling together.
In general, the band performs together extremely well in concert. Their live performances have CD quality sound and, aside from Martin's antics, a cooperative style. All members were dressed in black and wore similar white Puma sneakers.
Coldplay started their tour Jan. 25 in Seattle, Wash., and gradually made their way east. They hit many major cities including Sacramento, Houston, Orlando and Chicago, before finally finishing in Philadelphia.
Now finished with their U.S. tour, the band will travel to the UK, Australia and Japan in the coming months to finish their 2006 performances.
Source: keystoneonline.com
Well I can’t believe it’s over. Several weeks ago I had an idea to try to do something special on the last night of the US leg of the CP tour…to say thank you and to show the guys how much their music means to their fans in the US. In the end I met some great people who showed great committment and determination to help my idea come to life. To the friends I have made I say a big thank you for your efforts…I think we accomplished what we set out to do.
The night started off great our meeting in the parking lot was great…a chance to finally meet the people behind the forum ID’s and countless emails. We had members from as far away as Florida and Ontario. Trying to figure out how we would get 12,000 signs in took a bit of figuring but again everyone stepped up and did what they had to do. As we approached the door as a group the trouble began. A very stern and assertive security guard with and intimidating russian accent shouted “you can not bring those in!!! After some smooth talking by Barbara (AiresLady) the guard agreed to ask for a decision from the top guy. After a few minutes and silent prayers they let us in!!! You can imagine the relief we felt once we got through the door. We had put to much time, effort and money into making those signs and we were not going to take no for an answer. Once in we finalized the plan and found our seats.
The minute Ashcroft took his final bow we went to work. We each had our section assignments and by the time CP was about to begin I took once last looked out from the my seat on the floor and all I could see were people with our signs…all over the floor section and the bottom tier it was amazing. From that point the work was over and we could enjoy the show. The weeks of planning was over and it was now up to the crowd to do the rest. The signs instructed people to hold them up at the encore. When the guys finished their set and walked off, I took my eyes off of the stage and did a 360 degree pan of the venue and it was beautiful. Signs were everywhere….it worked!! Thousands of people proclaiming their love for the boys!! I felt just amazing and I felt thankful for the people who had helped to make this happen.
Although not every sign made its way up in the air a good percentage were there. As the boys came back on stage I noticed a member of the crew on the stage videotaping the sight. Who knows maybe we will make the Coldplayer or even yet the Tour Documentary. It was apparent that the guys noticed the signs….there was no way they counldn’t.
As the final note of Fix You rang out, Chris thank the crowd for giving them the best job in the world and said “thank you for the brilliant flyers”. As they made their way to the center of the stage to give their final bow in the US for several years, Chris took a sign and tore it up into individual words and gave it to Will, Guy and Johnny re-ordering the sign to say “Coldplay Loves USA” it was wonderful.
Again thank you to those that helped…(Barb, Dan, Rob, David, Joe, Jenn, Pam, Kathy, Chris and Aaron) I hope our friendships will continue in the CP world. I would also be remise if I didn’t thank DreamOutLoud who also had a sign campaign for the show on Chris’ birthday in Washington DC.
[Thanks jbarry5503]
Well, I have been a Coldplay fan for about three years, and they are by far my favorite band. I had never gotten to see them in concert and it was amazing to see them on April 6. I just wanted to let people know that coldplay has absolutely changed my life and my political views and, being a musician, my musical views. They really made my dreams come true that thursday, and I wanted to thank everyone that had a part in making it happen.
So thank you for changing my life for the better.
[Thanks mike wintermute]
As the lights went down at the Wachovia Center ,Thursday April 6, Coldplay frontman Chris Martin climbed on stage asking the audience, “You’re in control, is there anywhere you wanna go?” The near-capacity crowd refrained; all seemed perfectly content to stay exactly where they were, singing and dancing along to Coldplay’s 90-minute set.
Making their last stop of the Twisted Logic Tour in Philadelphia, Martin, along with bandmates Guy Berryman, Johnny Buckland, and Will Champion, opened the concert with “Square One,” a track off Coldplay’s third album, 2005’s X &Y. The song included a giant countdown on the screen behind them and electrified the crowd into an hour and a half of energy.
The concert included songs spanning Coldplay’s entire musical career, strictly playing only songs from their three albums, including fan favorites from 2002’s Rush of Blood to the Head and 2000’s Parachutes as well as new classics from X&Y.
After a powerful opening with “Square One” and “Politik,” the chemistry of the band showed itself for the crowd-pleasing “Yellow.” Giant yellow balloons dropped from the ceiling and bounced around the crowd until some lucky fans popped the balloons and were showered with gold glitter. It was during “Yellow” when Martin, with hair that was reminiscent of Justin Timberlake’s circa 1999 fro, changed the songs lyrics to tell the audience of his daunting illness.
From Martin’s cavorting enthusiastically on stage, it was not so obvious that Coldplay was very close to canceling their Philly show. Martin’s raspy voice informed the audience between songs that while seeing a doctor in New York City earlier that day, he was told that he wouldn’t be able to perform in Philadelphia that night. Philadelphia doctors felt differently and nursed Martin quickly back to health.
The audience did not mind as Martin welcomed the energized fans’ help, as they sang along to “Speed of Sound” and “God Put a Smile Upon Your Face.”
The set list appeared to be only slightly different from the first leg of their tour, with Coldplay opting for songs “What If” and “Trouble,” replacing newer songs such as “Low” and their latest single “The Hardest Part.”
And though Martin was clearly the star of the show, he took a backseat during “Don’t Panic,” when only accompanied by Buckland’s lead vocals for the last verse.
Source: sjuhawknews.com
Okay guys…
So I was at the Philly show, the last Coldplay show for the tour in America. And it was my first concert ever.
Of course, I was blown out of my mind; since Coldplay first started, I had watched them grow and fallen deeply in love with their music. That was back in 7th grade. I’m in 11th now.
Coldplay has inspired me from the very beginning; thanks to them, I have become a musician myself. Since the beginning, I’ve wanted to thank them so very badly for saving my life without even realizing it.
I lost my chance.
At the concert, as some may know, everyone had a sign that read, “USA Loves Coldplay.” The crowd waved the sign in unison at the end of the show, beckoning for an encore. When Coldplay returned for the encore, the crowd shouted together, clapping, whistling. It was the best feeling; I can’t describe it.
But it got better.
At the time, I was sitting in the 7th row, sideline. When the band got off stage, they ran right beside me with only a tiny ledge and gate inbetween us. And of course, I never got their attention. Again, they ran back through the same way to get /back/ on the stage, and again, they did not see me. I leaned against the gate, disappointed, my sign hanging loosely from my hand.
Suddenly, a man in black walked towards me. A stage crew member. He asked me if he could have my sign.
“Um…aquarius,” I answered, my eyes blank.
He smiled, almost rolled his eyes and pointed to the paper sign in my hand. I laughed, embarassed, and quickly handed it to him.
The same guy ran up the stage, huddling with the band members.
And before I knew it, Mr. Will Champion was holding MY sign. I was frozen with disbelief. And in thanks, he sent the same stage crew member to me with a drumstick in hand.
I magically obtained Mr. Champion’s drumstick. I couldn’t think, let alone realize that would have been the PERFECT opportunity to ask the stage crew member if I could stay backstage to thank Mr. Champion himself.
I can’t believe I let the chance slide…
[Thanks thysa]
