Coldplay - X & Y (2005)
Genre- Rock, Adult Alternative, Brit Pop
This is a fantastic album. It is nearly perfect and it is certainly a great follow up to A Rush of Blood to the Head. This is also X & Y’s weakness. Lyrically and musically there is very little difference between A Rush of Blood to the Head and X & Y. Chris Martin’s lyrics are vague, which makes it easy for the listener to identify with. Musically, they are clean, seemingly crafting songs easily, but also without challenge for the listener. It took three years for this new album to be released, but it seems as though nothing has changed. On the one hand this is good because A Rush of Blood to the Head is an excellent album. However, it is a bad thing that Coldplay didn’t grow musically in those three years. It makes me wonder if Coldplay just hit the pinnacle of their career. If they dare to change in the future will their fans accept it? I don’t know the answer, but I do know this is a fantastic record. Coldplay has solidified itself as one of the biggest rock bands in the world and they deserve it. The standout tracks are Square One, Talk, Speed of Sound and Low.
Rating- 8/10
2 comments:
Personally, I think the 22.20's album is miles better than any Coldplay album I've heard. But maybe thats just me being biased.
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