Chris Martin Confirms Coldplay’s Final Album Release

Coldplay has become a global sensation, and the band is set to release its 10th studio album soon. However, lead vocalist Chris Martin recently revealed in an interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe that the band’s 12th album will mark their final release. “We are only going to do 12 proper albums, and that’s real. Yeah, I promise,” Martin shared.

The decision to limit their albums is rooted in the band’s philosophy of “less is more.” Martin joked, “For some of our critics, even less would be even more!” This self-imposed limit, according to him, is crucial as it reflects the natural end of things.

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Martin explained their reasoning by referencing pop culture icons. He pointed out that Harry Potter has only seven films, and The Beatles produced 12-and-a-half albums. Bob Marley and other musical legends also set similar boundaries, which Martin believes are important for maintaining quality.

The Coldplay frontman further added that this limit helps the band focus on producing only their best work. “The quality control is so high right now, and for a song to make it, it’s almost impossible, which is great,” he said. This high standard ensures each album is carefully crafted.

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Martin also mentioned that he wouldn’t want to pressure his bandmates into making music indefinitely. “I don’t want to ask them to create something ‘better’ when we’re 60,” he stated, hinting at their desire to avoid dragging out their legacy.

Though Coldplay’s album journey will soon come to an end, Martin reassured fans that his personal musical journey would continue in some form, saying, “There’s something about the Coldplay thing,” but his connection to music will live on.

-Sushmita Sarkar