2 May 2012: Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA, USA

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2 May 2012: Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA, USA (photo: LFDianne)

Contents

Setlist

  1. Mylo Xyloto
  2. Hurts Like Heaven
  3. In My Place
  4. Major Minus
  5. Lovers In Japan
  6. The Scientist
  7. Yellow
  8. Violet Hill
  9. God Put A Smile Upon Your Face
  10. Princess Of China
  11. Up In Flames
  12. Warning Sign
  13. Don't Let It Break Your Heart
  14. Viva La Vida
  15. Charlie Brown
  16. Paradise
  17. Us Against The World
  18. Speed Of Sound
  19. Clocks
  20. Fix You
  21. Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall

Photos

Photos from this show can be found at Coldplaying.com in the Gallery thread for the Hollywood Bowl. http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/gallery/showgallery.php/cat/1942

Videos

Videos from this show can be found in the first post of the Coldplaying forum live thread for this show at http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/showthread.php?t=90968

Discussion

All post-show discussion for this show at the forum thread http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/showthread.php?t=90968

Fan Reviews

All fan reviews have been submitted to us by the members of Coldplaying.com[1], unless stated otherwise.

2 May 2012: Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Holy hell. That was THE most awesome show. In the car on the way home and trying to get my head around it. So fun and the boys were smiley and the crowd was so into it and..and..and.. Same setlist and all, but Chris made some reference to would we mind if they did a song they haven't played for awhile even if it is shit. Lol we ran to c stage after Paradise and were right there. Tried to video UATW but then te idiot security started yelling so I stopped. Then they asked if we would mind another song and they did acoustic SoS. I did get video of the whole thing but the dumbass next to me was singing loudly. So we will see. I took a lot of pictures, so I'll post soon. Just the energy was so high, boys were in a good mood...

I enjoyed it way more than last night - don't know why but it was awesome. [thanks LFDianne]

Coldplay was so damn awesome!!! I had section C row 4 but ended up getting upgraded to row 2 and then made nice with a security guard who got me up to the very front! It was a phenomenal show, met PH and Chris pointed at me and we sang AT each other during Charlie Brown, I believe. It may have been a different song but I can't honestly remember, my mind was all jumbled up after he acknowledged me. Oh! And Billy Crystal was there too! [thanks blushingbrunett]

OMGOMG. i was in sec S and got a seat upgrade. i was basically 6 rows from almost being last row. but a Coldplay roadie saw me in my Viva jacket and gave me and my mom tickets to ROW 2. so i went from being almost to the back to being in the front! the show was just AMAZING. even more than last night and i'm not just saying that because of the upgrade! the boys seemed to have more energy! it was so great to hear Speed of Sound! i really liked it this time around. during the Viva tour i got the opportunity to hear them play it live, but this acoustic version was better! anyways toward the end i made sure i stayed trying to get a pick (Jonny gave like 3-4 girls one), but i at least got a setlist!!! on a side note i met Janice Dickinson walking on the way out of the venue. and Pau Gasol was like 15 rows behind me! overall a night i will never forget! [thanks gotcheese2768]

Media Reviews

2 May 2012: Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Stereogum: Coldplay’s domination of Southern California continued as they are in the midst of an impressive run of three sold out nights at the historic Hollywood Bowl in support of their album Mylo Xyloto. Fireworks, lasers, confetti, neon glowing wristbands and a twenty-one song setlist enthralled the capacity crowd. Some of the many highlights included the massive sing-along to “Viva La Vida,” Coldplay running halfway up the Bowl to play “Us Against The World and “Speed of Sound” and Chris Martin’s quick shout out to Gwyneth Paltrow before “Clocks.” It was also commendable to see that Coldplay reserved the first three rows and randomly upgraded die-hard fans when they walked into the venue. Metronomy dazzled with their synthesizer heavy tunes and The Pierces wooed the crowd with their dashing looks and songs. [2]

Guest Of A Guest: We know we haven't always been all that nice to Coldplay in the past. They're a big, broad band that always goes for the emotional kill shot, and we'll absolutely concede that, at times, we've found ourselves annoyed with them. But we also believe that these things are largely a matter of context, and so after they played their second of three shows at the Hollywood Bowl last night, a dazzling, special effects laden tour de force that left pretty much every attendee breathless, we'll happily admit that Coldplay was pretty much born to rock the Bowl in a way that few bands can these days. We suspect that after you see these choice Instagrams from last night's show, you'll agree. [3]

2 May 2012: Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Daily Bruin: “99 Problems” blasted from the speakers at the Hollywood Bowl, and the audience turned toward the stage, anxious to see if Jay-Z was going to walk out with a microphone. Screens flashed, telling audience members to put on the wristbands they were handed upon entry. The lights went out. The wristbands started blinking. Yes, this was Coldplay’s welcome to the stage at the May 2 Los Angeles show for the Mylo Xyloto tour, and it set the tone for the entire performance: high energy, adrenaline filled, pulse-pounding entertainment. Simply put, a rush of blood to the head. For those who have never attended a Coldplay concert, it is quite possibly one of the most enjoyably exhausting experiences of a lifetime. Watching Chris Martin, the lead singer, jump around on-stage for 90 minutes could make concert-goers tired for him. But he appeared unfazed, staying true to the motto he stated at the beginning of the show: that the audience has taken the time and effort to come see the band, and for that they deserve to see the band at its best. It didn’t disappoint.

The show, which was as much designed for the as it was for the ears, featured pyrotechnics and neon lights on stage. Laser beams flashed over smoke released from the sides of the amphitheater, creating the illusion of clouds moving above the audience’s heads. Inspired by graffiti and street art, many songs were accompanied by projected images, giving the appearance of graffiti being drawn on the dome of the Hollywood Bowl stage, reminiscent of the “Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall” music video. Perhaps the most inspiring part of the show, however, was the Xylobands given to each of the audience members when they entered the concert venue. A simple grosgrain wristband that, upon activation, lit up and flashed in pitch black, creating a sea of color. The bands were programmed to serve as accompaniment to the music.

Not only did the Xylobands make for a visual display but also created a sense of audience involvement, making audience members feel as though they were up on stage next to the band; a true part of the show. The sheer anticipation of the bracelets lighting up built a powerful energy in the stands. Beyond the consuming imagery that had an almost transporting quality, the showmanship was equally impressive. Though songs are always a little altered live compared to the recorded album, there was no attempt by the band to eliminate some of the more challenging parts of their music. Martin hit the high notes in “Up in Flames” perfectly, played piano beautifully for “The Scientist” and even took on the guitar for “God Put a Smile Upon Your Face.” Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland and Will Champion all backed the lead singer with the same intensity one feels when listening to the band’s music on an iPod. With no shortage of thrills, these guys know how to put on a show. [4]

Twitter Updates

2 May 2012: Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA, USA
  • @rachelleeeeeee: sooo excited for @Coldplay & @Metronomy tonight at he Hollywood Bowl! both put on great shows. gonna be a great time
  • @MiiinaMayhem: Today is a beautiful day...... COLDPLAY AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL, FUCK YES!
  • @BunniYoung: Coldplay tonight at the Hollywood Bowl. I'm juiced!
  • @personwithaG: Today is the day I have long awaited for all my life! Get to see @coldplay at the Hollywood bowl! #excited!!!!!!
  • @slimskii: Going to see COLDPLAY today. Woo Hoo!!! Now if only it won't rain on us. Hollywood Bowl..... It's looking gloomy and rainy still :(
  • @daveploog: @coldplay looking forward to see you guys tonight for the first time at Hollywood Bowl
  • @YKolle: Coldplay at the Hollywood Bowl tonight. So excited.
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  • @MichaelKernCP: Off to the Hollywood Bowl to see Coldplay!!!!!
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  • erinhorwitz: So excited for @coldplay at the Hollywood bowl tonight! #Coldplay #beautiful #iwillcry #paradise
  • @gennyelizabeth: Coldplay at the bowl tonight!! So excited!
  • @HilaryDuff: Sooo pumped to see Coldplay at the bowl tonight!!
  • @AMANDAPCFC: At the Hollywood Bowl to see @coldplay!!! Can't wait #coldplayfilm
  • @TheShaynaRose: Headed to see Coldplay tonight at the Hollywood bowl! Paradise!
  • @beansandcheeses: Seeing @coldplay at the Hollywood Bowl tonight! #coldplayfilm #sounbelievablyexcited
  • @sing1504: At the Hollywood Bowl ! Ready for Coldplay!! :D
  • @Uriahtejada: Going to see @coldplay at Hollywood bowl tonight!! Can't wait.
  • @Annie_GetyurGun: En route to Coldplay at the Hollywood Bowl, please don't rain
  • @Jackkay31: on my way to the Hollywood Bowl to see @coldplay! exciiiiited!
  • @laurysmith: Heading to see @coldplay at the bowl, traffic is crazy, soooooo slow!
  • @oh_lovely_day: $240 for crap seats, 1hr in traffic to go 3 miles, $45 for a tshirt, $10 for shit beer - seeing @coldplay at the H'wood Bowl...worth it!
  • @KleinGene: Waiting for Coldplay to start at the Bowl. Great pre-show tunes courtesy of Jay Z.
  • @t_cook_3: Coldplay playing a classic 'Yellow' at the Hollywood Bowl... twitpic.com/9gma2
  • @happykimmer: With @coldplay in the Hollywood Bowl!!! ♥♥♥ #coldplayfilm #paradise #bucketlist pic.twitter.com/mOhWXHkP
  • @LFDianne: Acoustic Speed of Sound on c stage!!! @coldplay
  • @justmulligan: coldplay was way to sick live! biggest show i've ever been to! hollywood bowl is too huge! pic.twitter.com/IIWKMiIg
  • @mom_kx3: WOW it was greatest concert thanks @coldplay at Hollywood bowl
  • @BillyCrystal: Went to see @Coldplay at Hollywood Bowl. Amazing show. Took this with my phone. bc pic.twitter.com/VVCTpOXW
  • @RobertGAbisi: I think I've said this 11 times now but that was the best concert. Crazy seeing Coldplay at the Hollywood bowl. Sounded amazing!
  • @thisisaliss: @coldplay amazing as usual! Thanks for making me like the Hollywood bowl! #ColdplayFilm pic.twitter.com/lPgKBKBI
  • @_jamieelynnn: Coldplay was awesomeee tonight at the Hollywood Bowl!! #coldplayfilm
  • @areyouhim: COLDPLAY WAS AMAZING! I can't believe I actually got to see them! 'Twas a great experience. Oh, and the Hollywood Bowl's pretty awesome too!
  • @celina_suarez: Coldplay was amazing last night at the Hollywood Bowl! What a beautiful night #coldplayfilm pic.twitter.com/8PZH9W2B
  • @teddj: @coldplay was amazing last night at the Hollywood bowl!! Such a great show!!
  • @Bfalco126: @coldplay, you guys put on one of if not the best show I have ever seen last night at the hollywood bowl. Thank you. #myloxyloto
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