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The fourth album for the English band was produced by Brian Eno and Markus Dravs.
| LABEL: | Capitol |
| RELEASE DATE: | 17 June 2008 |
| DISCS: | 1 disc |
| GENRE(S): | Rock, Alternative |
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The average user rating for this album is 7.7 (out of 10) based on 163 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
LG F. gave it a0:
this album is horrible! having 1 and only ONE hit-single/very catchy tune does not translate into a quality album, as a whole, this album flops, such a shame because Coldplay had a streak of good record going, doubt they care since they have sold millions but hey, im just saying.
M P gave it a9:
Have you people actually heard the album? Fantastic. I suprised Coldplay kept the streak. In organized fasion. Melodies are amazing. The weakest part of the album are the lyrics. It doesnt quite hit home. The theme is perfect. However, the lyrics arent bold enouogh. Some are actually kinda off. Big fish line in "Lost!". Yeah.. But Coldplay was never that great at lyrics. Ive heard this album at least 20 times now. It took me a LONG time to debate if this was better than "Rush of Blood". And I think it is for its themes, artwork, and the contribution the band has done to the album, Not to mention the music as well. They managed to change the style in a perfect way. An effort that is quite rare in the music industry. Their greatest album to date. 4. X & Y 3. Parachutes 2. A Rush of Blood to the Head 1. Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends (Very close to a masterpiece) Good Job Coldplay.
[Anonymous] gave it a10:
Said without the enthusiasm of a first-hour fan, this album is just epic! Many critics found fault with it`s variety and comlexity, but they should have known better: Coldplay isn`t famous for "easy listening" consumers pop music. Once you have realized that, just take your time, let yourself engage into the album`s sound. The rest will be only a matter of time... and by and by this album will be recognized as what it is: probably the world`s best album of our days!
[Anonymous] gave it an8:
Perhaps their finest album, with great surprises like Chinese Sleep Chant) which will keep you interested through the whole album. Lyrics are not very good though, but overall it's still a welcoming progress from x&y. Favourite tracks: Lost!, Viva la Vida, Death and All His Friends.
EdgeTrigger CoolCat gave it a10:
This is a instant classic, at first listen it is different than Coldplay's previous work. Like any great band their style is improving over time, like U2, The Beatles. By the 3 listen of the entire CD, I can stop listening, it is a work of art.
Kate B. gave it a2:
This is not good music. When will people see that Coldplay's music is void of any skill - Chris Martin's voice is dreary and depressing, there is nothing in the rhythm and the melodies are predictable and far too radio-friendly. It's so unbelievably dull. How is it getting these half-decent reviews? It's made for unlistening ears and car stereos, background music. Basically, it's music to be ignored.
von Thunderbolt gave it a7:
This album came as a tremendous surprise to me, a longtime fan of the band. With it's tighter (and surprisingly deeper) sound, the Coldplay really started expanding their boundaries more. X & Y was nothing but a letdown, an album that played out as an empty and heartless ballad barrage. A Rush of Blood to the Head was solid, but this album comes closest to equaling the nearly sweet, wonderful sound of the band's first -- Parachutes. This project certainly boasts a higher production value and grandiose feel -- a move that many Coldplay fans will appreciate.