Coldplay consists of Chris Martin (vocals), Guy Berryman (bass), Jon Buckland (guitar), Will Champion (drums).
Coldplay is a post-Britpop/ alternative rock band from London, England well known for their rock melodies and introspective lyrics.
The band consists of: Chris Martin: lead vocals, piano/ keyboard, guitar Jon Buckland: guitar, harmonica, backing vocals Guy Berryman: bass guitar, synthesizer, harmonica, backing vocals Will Champion: drums/ percussion, piano, backing vocals.
Coldplay's early material was reminiscent of artists such as Radiohead, Oasis, Jeff Buckley, Travis and Kate Bush. Martin has stated that he has been hugely influenced by U2. Other influences include a-ha, R.E.M, Echo and the Bunnymen and, more recently, Johnny Cash and Kraftwerk. Before his death, Cash was actually scheduled to record the track " 'Til Kingdom Come" written by the band.
Despite Coldplay's surge in popularity, the band has remained very protective of how their music is used in the media. The band allows their music to be used in film ( Garden State), television, and promotional spots such as the movie trailer to Peter Pan. However, Coldplay has been adamantly against the use of their music in actual product endorsement. The band turned down multi-million dollar contracts from Gatorade, Diet Coke, and The Gap, who wanted to use the songs " Yellow", " Trouble", and " Don't Panic" respectively. According to Martin, "We wouldn't be able to live with ourselves if we sold the songs' meanings like that."