Despite being a longtime fan of Coldplay, I ended up learning something new about the band after this concert: The depth of their sincerity. Both in connecting with their fans and making the world a better place.
There were many instances during the concert (and tour) where this sincerity was highlighted – from the kinetic dance floor and electric bikes that powered the show to the green transport options for fans heading home.
The one that spoke the most to me was when he brought two audience members onstage in the middle of the show. Just like the mother-son pair at Coldplay’s Tokyo Dome concert, these two fans had also recently lost someone close to them and requested the band to play Everglow – which Martin, of course, obliged.
However, before Martin could start singing, one of the fans onstage whipped out his phone – presumably to record the performance – leading the 46-year-old singer to stop him and impart some wisdom.
“You don’t need to film this now, my brother. I’m right here. We’re having a real connection,” he said as the audience laughed.
Sure, it was a light-hearted incident but it underscored Coldplay’s commitment to being in the moment with their fans, which I would argue has led to some of their most powerful performances.
With five more shows to go, Coldplay is poised to deliver one of Singapore’s most memorable concert experiences. From its sustainability initiatives to production values, almost every aspect of the show ranked highly in my opinion, save for a few hiccups here and there.
But hey, nobody said it was easy.