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Exactly! For some of us, watching Politik live at a Coldplay concert is an out of body experience. There are so many other tracks they could leave out. And it's bs that they couldn't possibly play Politik and DLIBYH in the same set. It's not like every single song in their present set is drastically different from the others. It'll be very interesting to see if they leave it out at the Hollywood Bowl.

Coldplay’s comfort rock Posted by Josiah Hughes Post Hero Image First of all, how the hell could anyone have been violently slashed at the Coldplay concert? From where I was sitting, it was the most cleancut show I’ve ever attended. The men could only be described as “people who noticed when Randy River and Bootlegger went out of business,” while the women, a vast majority of whom could be described as “cool moms,” were dressed more business casual than any administrative employee I ever saw in my years as a temp. A lot of sleeveless blouses for the women and weirdly cut black leather jackets for the men. While the Saddledome normally smells like hot dogs, beer, weed and farts at these giant events, the Coldplay concert smelled very upper middle class. The room’s collective cologne wafted together, colliding with the strong smell of clean laundry to create something that can only be described as suffocatingly pleasant. The only reason I noticed all these things was that I didn’t really want to be there. I was sulking in my seat, thinking about how much I disliked the band’s sappy light rock and how their overly earnest, heart-on-sleeve schtick was not for me. Then the set started, and holy crap do these guys know how to beat the shit out of your heartstrings. First of all, everyone who bought tickets was given a wristband that lit up along with the music. It was seriously magical, and brought me on board as soon as they started. The live gimmicks peaked early as they followed up the wristband trick with confetti canons, giant beach balls, lasers and, halfway through the set, weird inflatable objects. Then there was the music. Here’s the problem: to say you hate Coldplay is to pretend that you’ve never heard them before. When they’re not doing a better U2 impression than U2 themselves, the band plays some seriously enchanted music. I tried to be a hater, but I can’t help having a heart. You would have done the same thing. Coldplay is a fucking lite rock hit factory. I don’t care how many Eddy Current Suppression Ring LPs you own, you would have been singing along to “Fix You” too. As people, too, they’re charming as shit. Chris Martin looks like a Quentin Blake illustration from a Roald Dahl book, and he’s so funny. He won me over with the line “Gwyneth’s making drumsticks” on Extras, and he was even more awesome onstage. He interrupted one of the band’s quieter songs, saying, “Oh fuck, we messed it up.” Then he referred to his own band as “the world’s seventh biggest soft rock band from England.” Dammit! Even Coldplay makes fun of Coldplay! That’s not to say the whole night was a warm musical hug. There were some awkward moments, particularly when Coldplay tried to “rock out.” Loud Coldplay is some sort of weird, shitty twang rock that doesn’t sound very good. But it does get the moms shuffling their feet in a sensible manner. Then there was the weird duet that Chris Martin did with a video of Rihanna performing. While the more up-tempo songs have the sort of agreeable beat that’s ideal for rich women to tap their frail, diamond-encrusted fingers on the steering wheel of a Range Rover, it was less exciting in person. In my section, the ultimate momgasm occurred during the band’s debut hit “Yellow,” as a legion of middle-aged ladies gently swayed back and forth as they sang along and recorded some guaranteed-to-be-unwatchable iPhone videos. Before ending the show with a one-two punch of their most recent singles (which further proved their invincibility when it comes to writing waiting room hits), Chris Martin took the mic to thank the audience for coming. “Thanks for putting up with parking and all the other hassles that involve coming to a concert.” If that’s not proof that this is upper middle class rock, I don’t know what is. Aside from finding a good accountant and booking the right all-inclusive holiday, these people’s biggest inconvenience is finding a decent parking spot for their night out. And their biggest pop stars are the world’s seventh biggest soft rock band from England. http://www.ffwdweekly.com/calgary-blogs/2012/04/19/coldplays-comfort-rock-1029/

Not putting her best footwear forward! Gwyneth Paltrow makes a fashion statement in unsightly shoes By Iona Kirby PUBLISHED: 10:32 EST, 19 April 2012 | UPDATED: 10:32 EST, 19 April 2012 She may have wanted to wear comfortable shoes but it seemed Gwyneth Paltrow was also keen to make a fashion statement with her footwear yesterday. The actress drew attention to her feet in shoes that may have been cosy but were also something of an eyesore as she stepped out in Santa Monica. The 39-year-old sported burgundy moccasins embroidered with glittering gold, blue and black thread which created an Aztec design. Fashion statement: Gwyneth Paltrow chose unusual footwear to run errands in Santa Monica Eyesore: Gwyneth was opting for comfort over style with her moccasins Gwyneth decided to clash with both the prints and the colours of her outfit, as she also wore a floaty black long-sleeved top covered in a pink floral design. The Avengers star also bared her enviable pins with white hotpants for her day of running errands. Gwyneth complemented her dressed down look with a fuss-free beauty regime. She tied her blonde locks into a simple ponytail and appeared make-up free, although she was wearing dark sunglasses. Gwyneth recently caused controversy when it was reported she demanded to be driven just 0.06 miles from the Stella McCartney store to a restaurant. The actress has starred in various public service announcements for environmental campaigns over the years. Clash: Gwyneth teamed the shoes with a floral top and white hotpants to complete her dressed down look Clash: Gwyneth teamed the shoes with a floral top and white hotpants to complete her dressed down look But she and her Coldplay frontman Chris Martin apparently insisted on being driven to a dinner just four properties away. The couple were among the guests at a party thrown by the fashion desinger at her Hollywood boutique in celebration of her father Sir Paul McCartney's new music video My Valentine on Friday. While other stars including Orlando Bloom and his wife Miranda Kerr, Jane Fonda and Amy Smart were happy to walk the 0.06 miles to the Madeo eatery for dinner, Gwyneth and Chris were apparently driven to the second venue, a journey that took just 10 seconds. Causing controversy: The green goddess set tongues wagging when she was driven just 0.06 miles over the weekend Causing controversy: The green goddess set tongues wagging when she was driven just 0.06 miles over the weekend Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2132133/Gwyneth-Paltrow-makes-fashion-statement-unsightly-shoes.html#ixzz1sXT9LfVN

Politik. Politik. Politik.

When you're so upset about 1 song missing from the setlist, and it's not even your concert.

Setlist a little bit inaccurate as 2 posters who attended said Life Is For Living wasn't played.

Blythe Danner on Gwyneth, Zac Efron and working with animals in The Lucky One http://arts.nationalpost.com/2012/04/18/blythe-danner-on-gwyneth-zac-efron-and-working-with-animals-in-the-lucky-one/

An au natural Gwyneth Paltrow was out enjoying a relaxing meal with a few friends in Beverly Hills on Tuesday afternoon (April 17). Opting to chow down at Scarpetta restaurant, the "Avengers" actress was all smiles as she took a break from her busy schedule while clad in a grey tee with vintage-inspired gold necklaces, along with a pair of white jeans and brown sandals. http://celebrity-gossip.net/gwyneth-paltrow/gwyneth-paltrows-leisurely-afternoon-brunch-604443

Gwyneth Paltrow Ombre Hair Makes The Trend Official (PHOTOS, POLL) The Huffington Post | By Ellie Krupnick Posted: 04/18/2012 2:19 pm Updated: 04/18/2012 Better call up your hairdresser: ombre hair for spring is officially GOOP-approved. Gwyneth Paltrow showed off some newly dyed locks last weekend while feteing Paul McCartney. While we were initially more focused on the clothes (and the fact that everyone was wearing Stella McCartney), Birchbox pointed out that Gwyneth's typically blonde strands were looking a bit darker than usual. Yes, it seems Gwynnie has taken the ombre plunge. As you can see in the pics below, those tips are a darker blonde that borders on orange. It's no Katy Perry Blue or Kelly Osbourne Gray, but Gwyneth's ombre ends are still striking. All of which means, of course, that ombre is still well and alive -- no need to be ashamed about touching your tips up for spring. Because if it's good enough for Gwyneth, it's good enough for us. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/18/gwyneth-paltrow-ombre-hair_n_1435071.html?ref=style

Paltrow’s 10-second drive Last Updated: 2:37 PM, April 18, 2012 Posted: 12:06 AM, April 18, 2012 Just in time for Earth Week, Gwyneth Paltrow took a 10-second car ride from the Stella McCartney party to the following dinner in LA on Friday. The event at McCartney’s West Hollywood boutique celebrated the video directorial debut of her dad, Sir Paul McCartney, for his new single, “My Valentine.” A-list Hollywood turned out, including Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr, Jane Fonda and Amy Smart. Most guests later walked four doors down for the dinner at Madeo restaurant on Beverly Boulevard. Our spy said, “It’s a short walk. Also at the dinner was Gwyneth [who has starred in green public- service announcements] with husband Chris Martin — except she left the party in a gas-guzzling Town Car, were chauffeured a few feet and got out at the restaurant that was pretty much next door to the party.” Reps confirmed that while Gwyneth took the car, Chris walked. According to Mapquest, the McCartney boutique (at 8823 Beverly) and Madeo (8897 Beverly) are 0.06 miles apart, a 10-second drive. Gwyneth's rep Stephen Huvane said this morning, "Chris walked to the restaurant and Gwyneth took a car in hopes of splitting up the paparazzi who were getting very aggressive and nasty. This is what the security at the event suggested they do because other guests had a difficult time walking to the restaurant. Do you really think she did not want to walk?" Read more: http://www.nypost.com/p/pagesix/paltrow_second_drive_LNpM9Q9WUh7iKfJjcLSmmN#ixzz1sRl6YKJk

Yeah, she's said from day 1 that Chris named her. There are interviews from back in 2004. Of course now the tabloids are making it sound as if she's shifting "the blame" on her husband.

I'm not happy with any changes that don't include Politik. :(

Isn't it only 7:32p in Calgary now? I don't think they start until 9p or so.

How about Gwynnie joining in to sing Fix You to Ariel? It's a crappy fan video but you can see her rocking it, holding Moses at 3:33 on. [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWYpJgNNNrw]COLDPLAY 04/09/09 BARCELONA - You can see Gwyneth Paltrow + Mosses!AMAZING (Estadi Olimpic) - YouTube[/ame]

Jason Regler ‏ @Jayreg1969 nearly showtime Calgary !!!

Gosh! I'm in such a terrible mood today and you're making it worse. That young man is the reason why you should hold your head up high, walk in the emergency room and demand to be taken care of.

Please go to the emergency room if you have to. Our tax money is spent everyday on far less important things. You're only as good as your health. What state are you in?

Yeah! Wimbledon on a rainy day style. That's where the idea came from. :D

Point taken. Now we just have to find out what Anchorman thinks, don't we?:)

Maybe I won't, Celine! That was a spur of the moment reaction. :D At least I have a definite answer to a nagging question since I became a Coldplay fan. Politik is my best song ever. Phew!

That's how strongly I feel about it, Row. I've never played Politik just once. Everyone in my family is annoyed when it comes on b/c I'll rewind the whole song several times, then play the last half a few more times before I can let it go. In my opinion, it's the song that showcases Coldplay's talent and the genius that is Chris Martin.

Anchorman is a man after my own heart. Politik should never be put in storage for tour concerts.

I hope you're right. But if the recent tour is an indication, from summer festivals to early winter, they pretty much stuck to the same setlist with very minor changes depending on where they were performing. If they don't hear it from the fans, they might think it's alright to carry on with the present setlist. Just saying!

LOL I never thought that I'd post such a thing but this has hit a spot with me. :(

I know that if they don't bring it back by July 2nd, I'm going to strip naked during that gig and demand they play it, that's how much I just love it. Before it gets that drastic though, does anyone have any idea what else we can do to bring this issue to the band's attention? We can tweet, email, call, etc. If you feel as strongly as I do about this, what can we do to get the band's attention? I have a few ideas running through my head right now that I'll share throughout the day. What's yours?