Coldplay is one of the most successful rock acts of the 21st century, thanks to
a radio-friendly combination of pop hooks, frontman Chris Martin's boyish
charisma, and the band's willingness to adapt to changing trends. Martin and
electric guitarist Jonny Buckland met in 1996 in London, England, where they
formed the band with bassist Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion. Initially
signed by the indie label Fierce Panda, Coldplay quickly caught the attention of
Parlophone, who issued the band's breakthrough single "Yellow" in 2000. A
triple-platinum hit in the UK, "Yellow" help...