coldplay

i've learned from gigging around Phoenix that around here, you can't have a large draw to an event simply because a band is playing, or because of any event gimmick. what seems to attract large numbers is an already established community. the 'build it and they will come' mentality doesn't seem to work here. flyers and advertisement just don't bring large crowds to see a band.... that is, unless, the name of the band is coldplay.



though I'm not a huge fan, my drummer josh dragged me to the show. front row!

i was pretty impressed. they had an enormous crowd. and they put on a really good show. chris martin is definitely an entertainer (though i've never seen a male skip as much as he does). the lights and visuals were tasteful and spectacular at the same time.

i probably won't buy their new album, but i'm glad i got to see them live.