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San Francisco Chronicle
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Coldplay at Stanford Stadium: Prepare for traffic, fireworks and big crowds
Coldplay is set to launch the next leg of its record-breaking Music of the Spheres world tour this weekend with two sold-out performances at Stanford Stadium, marking the band's only Northern California appearances this year. The British rock group — singer Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion — is scheduled to perform Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1, in support of its latest album, 'Moon Music,' released in October. Originally launched in 2022, the Music of the Spheres tour recently became the first by a rock band to gross more than $1 billion, joining Taylor Swift's Eras tour in reaching that milestone. Fans can expect a mix of Coldplay classics — including 'Yellow,' 'Viva La Vida' and 'A Sky Full of Stars' — along with new material from the band's 10th studio album. If you're planning to attend, here's what to know before you go: When to arrive and what to expect at the venue The parking lots and box office open at 2 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. each night at Stanford Stadium, which holds just over 50,000 people. Willow is set to open the show around 5:25 p.m. While set times may vary slightly, Coldplay is expected to begin shortly after the opener, probably between 6:30 and 7 p.m. The venue, which typically serves as home to Stanford University's football team, warns there will be fireworks throughout the performance, with a grand finale just before the 10 p.m. curfew. Getting there: Driving, directions and parking Stanford Stadium is located on the university campus, with access via El Camino Real. Drivers should turn onto Sam McDonald Road to reach the venue directly. Parking is available near the track and field stadium or at Town & Country Village, which is less than a mile from the entrance. Ride-hailing drop-off and pickup zones will be clearly marked near the stadium. Be prepared for delays after the show due to high demand. Traffic will be heavy. Palo Alto police advise giving yourself extra time to arrive and park. Taking Caltrain Caltrain is encouraging concertgoers to take the train to Palo Alto Station, which is within walking distance of the stadium. Staff will be on-site to assist riders. The last northbound train is scheduled to depart at 11:58 p.m. and the last southbound train at 12:56 a.m. There will be no additional train service and no service at Stanford Station. Caltrain operates on a proof-of-payment system, and tickets must be purchased in advance at machines or through the Caltrain mobile app. Ticket availability Though primary tickets are sold out, resale options remain available, with prices for Saturday's show starting at $267 on StubHub. Sunday seats begin at $242. Weather forecast Prepare for warm, sunny days and cooler nights this weekend. Saturday is expected to be sunny with a high near 87 degrees, and light winds, according to the National Weather Service. Saturday night will be mostly clear, with temperatures dipping to around 55 degrees. Sunday will be a bit cooler, with sunny skies and a high near 75 degrees. Sunday night will also be mostly clear, with a low around 52 degrees. Be sure to bring sunscreen, stay hydrated and consider packing a light jacket for the evening. Bag policy Stanford enforces a clear bag policy. Approved bags include: clear plastic, vinyl or PVC, maximum size 12 by 6 by 12 inches. Small clutches with a maximum size of 4.5 by 6.5 inches) are also allowed. Unapproved bags must be returned to your vehicle or checked, if that service is available. Can I bring food or drinks? Outside food and beverages are not allowed. Concessions will be available inside the stadium, including vegetarian and vegan options. Nearby areas including downtown Palo Alto and California Avenue have several late-night food options if you're hungry after the show. Is merchandise available at the venue?
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BTS' Jin gets ‘princess treatment' as Chris Martin lifts him on his shoulder during Coldplay's Seoul concert rehearsals, watch
BTS and Coldplay have long admired each other, and their collaboration in 2021 marked the beginning of a beautiful friendship. During Coldplay's 2025 Seoul, South Korea concerts, Jin of BTS made unexpected appearances at two shows, delighting fans. On May 31, BANGTANTV YouTube channel shared some behind-the-scenes footage of Chris Martin and Jin's interaction, including a humorous moment where Martin casually carries Jin, which quickly went viral. Coldplay's Chris Martin carries BTS' Jin on his shoulder The reunion of two of the biggest boy band members after 3 years was already an enjoyable affair for fans and with the playful video's release, they couldn't get enough of the duo's bond. During the soundcheck for Coldplay's Music of the Spheres final show in Seoul, which took place on April 25, Jin was practicing singing My Universe. While he sang the chorus, Chris Martin came to greet him and lifted him on his shoulder, making him seem as light as a feather. The venue echoed with Jin's joyful giggles as Chris Martin carried him off, prompting him to jokingly cry out, "No! I have to rehearse!" Previously, Coldplay also shared a picture of the hilarious moment on their social media and mobile app, making fans go gaga over the unexpected interaction. Check out the fan reactions to Jin being lifted by Chris Martin BTS ARMY knows Jin's humorous side as a self-admirer and his fondness for compliments. As per the fandom, the precious K-pop star deserves nothing less than "princess treatment", and Chris Martin understood the assignment. Fans feel the latter treats the Rope It singer like a "baby brother." They even joked around saying, "he hoisted Jin up like a beloved sack of potatoes." Talk about a match made in heaven– a hilarious Kim Seokjin and his equally entertaining fandom. Many comments highlighted the duo's heartwarming friendship and how it was "literally the sweetest thing ever." Others hoped for more BTS X Coldplay interactions and joint ventures in future. If Jin can pop up at Coldplay's shows, who knows maybe someday we'll see the latter crashing a BTS concert.
The Journal
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Journal
Ticketmaster ordered to refund Coldplay fan over ‘restricted view' at ‘disaster' Croke Park gig
A JUDGE HAS ordered Ticketmaster to fully refund a furious Coldplay fan who ended up crouching in 'restricted view' seats, unable to see the band during their sell-out Croke Park concert last year. When the chart-toppers with hits Fix You and Yellow announced they were bringing their Music of the Spheres world tour to Dublin, James McGetrick thought he 'hit the jackpot' but it became a 'disaster'. Dublin District Court heard he scooped pre-sale tickets to go to the gig with his wife on 29 August, but that on the night they were forced to 'crouch down' on their seats near the back of the lower Hogan Stand to see Chris Martin's performance. McGetrick took a small claims case against the Ticketline Unlimited Company, trading as Ticketmaster. He told Judge Peter White they bought tickets released through the artist pre-sale well ahead of the general public. He shelled out €332 for two seats on the lower Hogan Stand. On the day of the concert, they were directed to the fourth row from the back of the stand. He explained that the Coldplay stage was 'quite elevated' for the people standing on the pitch. He described how he and his wife could not see the band from their seats. All the people in front stood, and they in turn had to stand to see over their heads. McGetrick explained that the overhang from the upper Hogan Stand also hindered their view. As the concert went on, people in the seats behind them, who had an even worse view, began to fill the aisle. Advertisement After seven or eight songs, he and three girls from the row in front of him approached a steward. He alleged they were more interested in the concert, had not looked back, and were not policing anything. McGetrick, of Corrib Road, Terenure, Dublin 6, said the stewards then went back up the stand with them and told everyone in the aisles to return to their seats. That turned bad, he said, because 'all those people who were sent back to the seats started to blame myself, now they could not see anything as well.' The atmosphere turned unpleasant, and 'popcorn and litter was being thrown at us, it was just terrible'. The next day, he complained to Ticketmaster, and the company told him to contact the promoter, MCD. Originally filing his small claim action against MCD, the District Court ruled he should have brought it against Ticketmaster instead. So, he started the process again with the ticket site, which he said was 'just pawning me off' and he lodged a fresh action in the court against them. The firm eventually offered just €190, but McGetrick persisted with his case, seeking the full amount he paid for the tickets. He stressed that when he bought them, it was never stated that there was a restricted view and he thought the seats would be better because he got the tickets via the artist pre-sale option. 'The whole thing was a disaster,' he told the court. Noting that Ticketmaster did not attend the hearing to contest the action, and given the account of the experience and evidence of the purchase, Judge White granted a decree in favour of McGetrick.
Sunday World
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Ticketmaster must refund €332 to Coldplay fan over restricted view seats at Croke Park gig
James McGetrick thought he had "hit the jackpot" when he secured tickets, but it became a "disaster" A judge has ordered Ticketmaster to fully refund a furious Coldplay fan who ended up crouching in "restricted view" seats, unable to see the band during their sell-out Croke Park concert last year. When the chart-toppers with hits Fix You and Yellow announced they were bringing their Music of the Spheres world tour to Dublin, James McGetrick thought he had "hit the jackpot" when he secured tickets, but it became a "disaster". Dublin District Court heard he scooped pre-sale tickets to go to the gig with his wife on August 29, but on the night, they were forced to "crouch down" on their seats near the back of the lower Hogan Stand to see Chris Martin's performance. Mr McGetrick took a small claims case against the Ticketline Unlimited Company, trading as Ticketmaster. He told Judge Peter White they bought tickets released through the artist pre-sale well ahead of the general public. He paid €332 for two seats on the lower Hogan Stand. On the day of the concert, they were directed to the fourth row from the back of the stand. He explained that the Coldplay stage was "quite elevated" for the people standing on the pitch. He described how he and his wife could not see the band from their seats. All the people in front stood, and they had to, in turn, stand to see over their heads. Mr McGetrick explained that the overhang from the upper Hogan Stand also hindered their view. As the concert went on, people in the seats behind them, who had an even worse view, began to fill the aisle. After seven or eight songs, he and three girls from the row in front of him approached a steward. He alleged they were more interested in the concert, had not looked back, and were not policing anything. McGetrick, of Corrib Road, Terenure, Dublin 6, said the stewards then went back up the stand with them and told everyone in the aisles to return to their seats. That turned bad, he said, because 'all those people who were sent back to the seats started to blame myself, now they could not see anything as well'. The atmosphere turned unpleasant, and 'popcorn and litter was being thrown at us, it was just terrible'. The next day, he complained to Ticketmaster, and the company told him to contact the promoter, MCD. Originally filing his small claim action against MCD, the District Court ruled he should have brought it against Ticketmaster instead. So, he started the process again with the ticket site, which he said was "just pawning me off", and he lodged a fresh action in the court against them. The firm eventually offered just €190, but Mr McGetrick persisted with his case, seeking the full amount he paid for the tickets. He stressed that when he bought them, it was never stated that there was a restricted view, and he thought the seats would be better because he got the tickets via the artist pre-sale option. "The whole thing was a disaster," he told the court. Noting that Ticketmaster did not attend the hearing to contest the action, and the account of the experience and evidence of the purchase, Judge White granted a decree in favour of Mr McGetrick. Chris Martin performing with Coldplay at Croke Park in August 2024. Photo: Steve Humphreys News in 90 Seconds - May 20th
Irish Daily Mirror
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Coldplay fan wins case against Ticketmaster after "disaster' Croke Park gig
A judge has ordered Ticketmaster to fully refund a furious Coldplay fan who ended up crouching in "restricted view" seats, unable to see the band during their sell-out Croke Park concert last year. When the chart-toppers, with hits such as Fix You and Yellow, announced they were bringing their Music of the Spheres world tour to Dublin, James McGetrick thought he "hit the jackpot" but it became a "disaster". Dublin District Court heard he scooped pre-sale tickets to go to the gig with his wife on August 29, but on the night, they were forced to "crouch down" on their seats near the back of the lower Hogan Stand to see Chris Martin's performance. McGetrick took a small claims case against the Ticketline Unlimited Company, trading as Ticketmaster. He told Judge Peter White they bought tickets released through the artist pre-sale well ahead of the general public. He shelled out €332 for two seats on the lower Hogan Stand. On the day of the concert, they were directed to the fourth row from the back of the stand. He explained that the Coldplay stage was "quite elevated" for the people standing on the pitch. He described how he and his wife could not see the band from their seats. All the people in front stood, and they had to, in turn, stand to see over their heads. McGetrick explained that the overhang from the upper Hogan Stand also hindered their view. As the concert went on, people in the seats behind them, who had an even worse view, began to fill the aisle. After seven or eight songs, he and three girls from the row in front of him approached a steward. He alleged they were more interested in the concert, had not looked back, and were not policing anything. McGetrick, of Corrib Road, Terenure, Dublin 6, said the stewards then went back up the stand with them and told everyone in the aisles to return to their seats. That turned bad, he said, because "all those people who were sent back to the seats started to blame myself, now they could not see anything as well". The atmosphere turned unpleasant, and "popcorn and litter was being thrown at us, it was just terrible". The next day, he complained to Ticketmaster, and the company told him to contact the promoter, MCD. Originally filing his small claim action against MCD, the District Court ruled he should have brought it against Ticketmaster instead. So, he started the process again with the ticket site, which he said was "just pawning me off", and he lodged a fresh action in the court against them. The firm eventually offered just €190, but McGetrick persisted with his case, seeking the full amount he paid for the tickets. He stressed that when he bought them, it was never stated that there was a restricted view, and he thought the seats would be better because he got the tickets via the artist pre-sale option. "The whole thing was a disaster," he told the court. Noting that Ticketmaster did not attend the hearing to contest the action, and the account of the experience and evidence of the purchase, Judge White granted a decree in favour of McGetrick.
