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Forbes
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Yellow 25: Pantone Unveils Art Installation Inspired By Coldplay Hit At Wembley Stadium
Yellow 25 at Wembley Park © Ben Pipe © Ben Pipe A Golden tribute to Coldplay–inspired by their hit record Yellow –has been unveiled at Wembley Park to celebrate the band's enduring legacy in luminous style. The art installation Yellow 25 comes shortly after Brothers –a critically acclaimed outdoor photography exhibition of the Gallagher Brothers–was revealed to coincide with the Oasis tour. The Spanish Steps in Wembley Park, long a functional thoroughfare connecting the iconic Wembley Stadium to the OVO Arena, have undergone a radiant transformation. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Coldplay's breakout hit Yellow –and to mark the beginning of the band's record-breaking 10-night run at Wembley Stadium–the stairs now shimmer in a kaleidoscope of yellow hues. Aptly named Yellow 25 , the new public art installation is as much a visual love letter to the band's music as it is a bold statement about the evolving cultural identity of Wembley Park. Conceived and executed by the creative team at Pantone–led by renowned creative director Jane Boddy– Yellow 25 is a thoughtfully curated, large-scale artwork that merges music, emotion, and colour theory. Each of the 58 steps has been assigned a unique shade of yellow, selected from the Pantone Matching System™. But this is no arbitrary gradient. The tones have been meticulously mapped to the emotional and melodic journey of Coldplay's Yellow , a song that has become synonymous with 21st-century alt-rock optimism. Pantone 'Yellow 25' art installation at Wembley Park © Ben Pipe © Ben Pipe An Emotion in Every Step To understand Yellow 25 , one must first appreciate the emotional DNA of the song it honours. When Yellow first hit airwaves in 2000, it was lauded for its stripped-back sincerity–a ballad of unadulterated devotion underscored by haunting chords and a rising melody that crests with warmth and resolution. Pantone's visual interpretation of that progression is deeply nuanced. Starting at the base of the steps, viewers are greeted with pale, almost translucent yellows, invoking the song's quiet vulnerability. As one ascends, the shades intensify–sun-washed ochres, goldenrods, and deep ambers reflecting the build-up to the song's emotional high point. Pantone didn't just assign colours based on mood–they considered saturation levels, tonal depth, and even the visual space between steps to echo the song's tempo and crescendo. The installation's real power lies in its subtlety. It doesn't scream for attention; instead, it beckons the viewer to slow down, to walk the path of the melody, one hue at a time. Public Art That Resonates Yellow 25 is more than a commemorative installation–it's a symbol of how public art can amplify collective emotion. In a landscape where urban design often prioritises utility over experience, Wembley Park has boldly redefined its stairway as a canvas for culture. The piece also marks a rare moment when a globally recognised brand like Pantone steps beyond industry palettes and into the emotional realm of popular music. This isn't Pantone's first foray into art and pop culture, but it may be its most lyrical. Under Boddy's leadership, the project treads new ground in synesthetic storytelling, the idea of translating one sensory experience (music) into another (colour). It's an ambitious concept–but one that finds elegant execution here. The steps themselves are now a living tribute: functional, interactive, and emotional. As Wembley Park welcomes Coldplay fans from around the world this August, Yellow 25 offers more than just a photo opportunity–it provides a moment of reflection, an invitation to feel as deeply as Chris Martin sings. Coldplay's Cultural Colour That Coldplay's anthem has endured for 25 years is a testament to its simplicity and sincerity. In a world increasingly driven by algorithms and spectacle, Yellow remains a song about human connection, vulnerability, and the quiet, powerful resonance of love. It's fitting that an art installation born of the same ethos now resides in Wembley Park, itself a neighbourhood undergoing its own emotional and aesthetic transformation. From its historical roots as the UK's most iconic live music venue to its present-day evolution into a vibrant cultural district, Wembley Park is redefining what urban regeneration can look like. With Yellow 25 , the neighbourhood continues its streak of creative commissions–including viral tributes to Taylor Swift, a mural honouring Lana Del Rey, and the Square of Fame, home to handprints from legends like George Michael, Kylie Minogue, and The Who. But Yellow 25 stands apart. It doesn't rely on likenesses or lyrics. It doesn't need Coldplay's logo or Chris Martin's silhouette. Its emotional resonance is enough. The Role of Colour in Music, Memory, and Place There's something poetic about the collaboration between Pantone–the authority on colour–and Coldplay–a band often lauded for their technicolour vision of the world. This is not merely an anniversary project or a tour launch. Yellow 25 is a meditation on how art lives in memory. How songs become more than sounds. How steps can become scores. At a time when many city art projects struggle to connect with audiences beyond the niche or the Instagrammable, Yellow 25 achieves a rare feat: it's accessible, profound, and strikingly beautiful. Its conceptual depth doesn't alienate; instead, it invites exploration by fans, tourists and local residents. As Coldplay prepare to take the stage this August for what promises to be a historic 10-night run, Yellow 25 sets the stage with an intelligent piece of public art that balances subtlety with spectacle. Yellow 25 doesn't just pay homage to a song–it brings it to life, one step at a time. More information on the Yellow 25 art installation can be found here.
Yahoo
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The London neighbourhood that feels like a peaceful village - right next to a major stadium
Wembley Park is shaking off its old reputation as simply the heart of football. Now a vibrant residential neighbourhood with over 10,000 people calling it home, it was voted as one of the best places to live in London by The Sunday Times. This North-West spot blends urban buzz with calm green pockets, sleek rental apartments and unbeatable transport links. Once known mainly for its iconic venues - Wembley Stadium and the OVO Arena - the area has gone through a huge transformation. With pet-friendly homes, tree-lined streets, and its very own seven-acre park, it's now a destination in its own right - and people who live here have a lot to say about it. READ MORE: 'Desperate' ex-Tube driver who stole £123k from Barclays customers only has 65p in account READ MORE: Angry protesters slam closure of London park toilets - children using bushes instead Drishti Gokani, who is expecting her first child, said: 'Most locals love the area, including me. It's always lively, you get everything around.' For Drishti, Wembley Park's pocket parks and pet-friendly spaces stand out. She added: 'There's many green spaces... you have beautiful dog parks so it's really nice here. Amazing.' Green space is central to life in Wembley Park, from the peaceful Elvin Gardens to the fountains at Arena Square. Lisa Hanz, 18, who has lived in the area almost all her life, said: 'Right below my house there's a lake and lots of green areas, and they're all pretty clean.' Residents also consistently describe Wembley Park as safe. Zilzal Hussain, 22, who's lived here for two years, said: 'At night time it's peaceful. You can come out, sit anywhere… No problems at all.' Mateus Moura, 27, also says his fiancé goes out at night and feels safe at all times. However, he has noticed a recent rise in trespassers using private communal areas. Quintain Living is the rental company behind most of Wembley Park's managed buildings, currently overseeing seven developments with an eighth on the way. In an interview with MyLondon, they acknowledged Mateus' concerns. Nathan Wise, Leasing Director of Quintain Living, said: 'Unfortunately, we have some amazing amenities and people do want to partake in those... even though they're not our residents. So we encourage residents to know who should be around them and report anything unusual.' Nathan says safety remains a priority with CCTV throughout the buildings, a 24/7 team and regular patrols. He added: 'We have a relationship with Brent Council and the Metropolitan Police to ensure that we do everything to ensure safety the best we can.' It's not just people who feel looked after here - pets do too. All the buildings managed by Quintain Living are pet-friendly. Mateus said: 'We started having a dog because of just seeing so many people with pets around. The dog owner community is amazing here... you'll have pet sitters literally in every single building.' Transport is also a major win. Wembley Park station connects residents to Baker Street in 12 minutes and Liverpool Street in 29. Lisa said: 'It's really accessible, and most of the time we don't even need to leave the area, there's a lot of facilities on-site.' Wembley Park is packed with supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, gyms and high street essentials all within walking distance. The neighbourhood is also home to the London Designer Outlet, where over 100 shops offer discounts on major brands like Nike, Adidas and Calvin Klein. Itasha Arene, 25, a Master's student at Brunel University, said the proximity of shops make the area ideal. She said: 'All the stores are nearby so you need not to travel… and the community is so nice I want to stay here all the time.' Mateus agreed: 'You can do everything here in Wembley Park without needing to go to central London.' But while it's ideal for many, Mateus also noted: 'It feels like a very transitory place... people come and leave quite often.' Despite that, he added: 'It holds a special place in our heart though... We love Wembley Park.' What do locals think about having Wembley Stadium on their doorstep? The iconic stadium dominates the skyline - and opinions are mixed. Drishti admitted: 'Sometimes it bothers me, but we do have amazing security... it's not like it's every day so it's fine.' Mateus praised the way events are managed. He said: 'Noise is never an issue... these buildings are triple glazed. And Quintain seals off the residential area from people that are in the event.' For Zilzal, it's a love-hate situation. He said: 'I'm a big football fan, I love it and I hate it at the same time because of the fans... but other than that it's really great.' Lisa said the atmosphere actually adds to the area's charm. She added: 'I kind of like it. I like the busyness and the rush... you always know when there's an event.' Do you live in a neighbourhood you love and you think it deserves the spotlight? Email Get the top stories from across London directly to your inbox. Sign up for MyLondon's Daily Newsletter HERE to get the biggest stories every day
BBC News
23-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Southend v Oldham final: Wembley Park Tube station to close
No trains will stop at Wembley Park station on the day of the National League play-off final, Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed there would be planned engineering works affecting the Jublilee and Metropolitan lines on 1 June, when Southend United meet Oldham Athletic at Wembley apologised to football fans for the disruption and suggested travelling by coach or to other nearby railway 30,000 Southend fans are expected to travel to Wembley following the Shrimpers' dramatic win against Forest Green Rovers on Wednesday. "We have been in communication with both sets of clubs and have asked them to inform their fans of the closures and to advise travelling by coach where possible," a TfL spokesman at Wembley will mark the end of a turbulent few years for Blues fans who have backed their team through financial turmoil and the threat of winning team will be promoted to the English Football League."We're going to travel in big numbers," said Ian Redbourn, a member of the consortium that owns Southend United, speaking to BBC Essex Sport. What trains are running? Wembley Park is commonly used by fans travelling from Essex because it is easily accessible from Stratford, where Greater Anglia and c2c trains from Southend-on-Sea to central London will call at on added: "If fans are travelling by rail, we are recommending they use London Overground, Bakerloo line and Chiltern rail services."London Overground and Bakerloo line trains stop at Wembley Central station, while Chiltern Railways serves Wembley Stadium Anglia, which runs trains from north Essex and Southend Victoria, confirmed there were no engineering works scheduled on its line on 1 will "operate with the maximum number of carriages on the day", it BBC asked c2c to confirm its plans. Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
