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To say there has been a lot of anticipation for Coldplay’s fourth album, Viva La Vida, is an understatement. Having enlisted legendary leftfield producer Brian Eno, borrowed their album title from a painting by renowned Mexican artist Frida Kahlo and made tantalising remarks about sonic reinvention, the world has been curious (to say the least) to hear what the ‘new’ Coldplay might sound like. Viva La Vida definitely makes some departures from the band’s usual formula, which happens to be one of the most commercially successful rock-pop blueprints of recent years. The plangent chords, emotive melodies, stadium-rock rhythms and universal lyrical concerns remain, but Martin and co. have gone out on several limbs here, incorporating instrumental tracks ("Life In Technicolour"), using subtle North African and Latin elements ("Yes", "Strawberry Swing"), and overhauling previously strict verse-chorus-verse structures in favour of slightly more avant arrangements. The old Coldplay still shine through (see tracks like "Violet Hill" and the title song) but even their classic sound feels more muscular and confident. The band’s new flourishes, cosmetic and self-conscious as they may be, are enough to make Viva La Vida a welcome break from the old routine--Danny McKenna
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COLDPLAY Viva La Vida or Death And All His Friends (Deleted 2008 UK limited 10-track CD album - Coldplays 4th album Viva La Vida... [which takes its name from a painting by the acclaimed 20th century Mexican artist Frida Kahlo] was recordedin London Barcelona and New York with producers Brian Eno and Markus Dravs; includes the singles Violet Hill and the classic title track presented in sealed & stickered gatefold card picture sleeve)
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By CrazyStreak
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Coldplay have without doubt produced some of the most euphoric and uplifting songs, those which raise the hairs on your arm to those which bring a tear to your eyes. On listening to their first three albums, however, it soon becomes clear that if you take away the tracks which were released onto the global audience as singles, and study what is left, the material is distinctly average, and three or four great tracks don't make for a five star album.
On Viva La Vida, however, they have addressed this issue, not only do we have the uplifting crescendo singles we instantly recognise, but the tracks inbetween are also worthy of note and recognition. A mature album that takes one step forward from the others in its experimental ways, and is all the better for it. A crisp production really takes you into the heart of the Coldplay sound, unlike X&Y, where the sound production lost the euphoria that should have been felt when listening to 'Fix You' for example, and, as such, led to the albums detriment.
So, probably the first Coldplay album that you can tolerate from start to finish, without having to skip two tracks or more, (well one isn't that bad).
On Viva La Vida, however, they have addressed this issue, not only do we have the uplifting crescendo singles we instantly recognise, but the tracks inbetween are also worthy of note and recognition. A mature album that takes one step forward from the others in its experimental ways, and is all the better for it. A crisp production really takes you into the heart of the Coldplay sound, unlike X&Y, where the sound production lost the euphoria that should have been felt when listening to 'Fix You' for example, and, as such, led to the albums detriment.
So, probably the first Coldplay album that you can tolerate from start to finish, without having to skip two tracks or more, (well one isn't that bad).
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By del996
Format:Audio CD
I listened to this on a long car journey and was impressed how good it was, so good in fact that i didn't change the cd going there or coming back.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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I'm not a big Coldplay fan and basically got this because of the hit singles on it. But surprise, surprise the rest are good as well. Well done Coldplay - I will be sampling more of their work on the back of this. The only slight downside (slight enough not to loose a star) is the packaging. I would have preferred a sturdy plastic case but as for the songs themselves, fantastic.
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Usual Coldplay
Coldplay is just Coldplay I guess, nothing different from what one expects. I have not been tempted to buy anything else of theirs, but one never knows.
Published 23 days ago by Concise
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A Different kind of Coldplay
I bought this album after reading other reviews and I am not disappointed. It is different!! But I love it, more and more. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Esse Beegee
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Good
Very good cd, loaded onto iPod music for all ages, good for driving or relaxing, timeless classic, great addition to cd case
Published 1 month ago by O
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Viva La Vida
Coldplay never fail to deliver. Their accomplished musicianship is improved with every album. They will be a timeless group around for a long time.
Published 1 month ago by Jennifer Mann
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Get it
Relaxing, alternative music, you should go for this, unless, you're a massive Coldplay fan already and have this on your self.
Published 1 month ago by Chiewgor
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Excellent
What can I say! You're either a coldplay fan or you aren't. I certainly am and this album is as excellent as the rest of them!
Published 4 months ago by Mrs F L Garbett
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Coldplay do it again
For some reason this album was missing from my collection which is now filled with many minutes of happy listening.
Published 4 months ago by P. Cook
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Amazing
Amazing must have very highly commended, bought to have whole collection and was worth the wait. Just go and buy it now!
Published 5 months ago by Jake
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Beautifully crafted
I am too old to take pleasure in most pop music - but I kept hearing bits of Viva La Vida accompanying stuff on TV. Read more
Published 5 months ago by E. M. Hall
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Excellent
great songs and love the production and am a fan of Chris martin's voice would recommend this to anyone very happy with the purchase
Published 6 months ago by chriswilesphotos
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