Coldplay's Oracle talks about Wembley support acts & Blue Room EP

More questions answered by The Oracle... (submit yours now!)

August 12, 2009 - submitted by sam, Australia

Q. Oracle, Who's hand is it in the Blue Room EP cover? Who's idea was it? Why is that version of Don't Panic so different and cool? Who made them change it to the version on Parachutes?

The Oracle replies:

It isn't a band member; it's a deep sea diver. The design company Blue Source, erm, sourced the photo. Mark Tappin who used to work there still has a creative input on Coldplay artwork. The first version of Don't Panic was recorded with a different producer to the album. Chris Allison worked with the band before Ken Nelson was brought it for Parachutes. The band and label preferred the material with Ken's production.

August 12, 2009 - submitted by Rob, United Kingdom

Q. On this website it states that Jay Z is supporting Coldplay along with Girls Aloud on the 18th of September, is this correct? It would be great if it is but it was just Girls Aloud and White Lies when I bought my tickets. Thanks

The Oracle replies:

Originally it was Girls Aloud opening the first night and Jay Z the second. Our website's live dates are correct though as both acts are now gonna be performing which will be absolutely fantastic!

August 12, 2009 - submitted by Jude, United States of America

Q. Dear Oracle, I saw the trailer for Where the Wild Things Are and the song playing in the background sounded awesome!! What is it called? Thanks again.

The Oracle replies:

Hey Jude (sorry, couldn't resist!)Coldplay will agree with you there as what you heard was Wake Up by Arcade Fire.

August 12, 2009 - submitted by William, United Kingdom

Q. Was Guy ever in a Doctor Who episode?

The Oracle replies:

No, Guy has never appeared in Doctor Who! Or should that be Doctor Who?