Live 2012 | |
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Directed by | Paul Dugdale |
Produced by | Jim Parsons & Rik Simpson |
Starring | Guy Berryman Jonny Buckland Will Champion Chris Martin Rihanna |
Narrated by | Guy Berryman Jonny Buckland Will Champion Chris Martin |
Cinematography | James Tonkin Brett Turnbull |
Edited by | Simon Bryant Tim Thompsett Tom Watson |
Music by | Coldplay Jon Hopkins |
Distributed by | Parlophone |
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Running time | 96 minutes |
Country | United Kingdom |
Language | English |
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Released | 19 November 2012 | |||
Recorded | 2011, Glastonbury Festival, Somerset and Las Ventas, Madrid; 2012, Stade de France, Paris and Bell Centre, Montreal | |||
Genre | Alternative rock, post-Britpop, electronic rock | |||
Length | 66:36 | |||
Label | Capitol, Parlophone, EMI | |||
Producer | Coldplay, Jim Parsons | |||
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Live 2012 is the collective name for the official documentation of the Mylo Xyloto Tour, performed, recorded and released by British alternative rock band Coldplay. The project consists of a worldwide theatrical and home media film release, Coldplay's third live album, after Live 2003 and LeftRightLeftRightLeft , and a 183-page e-book depicting the tour.
The film and album were recorded over many dates over their 2011 festival dates and the Mylo Xyloto Tour, which began in December 2011 and concluded in September 2012. The film was premiered on 13 November 2012 at select cinemas around the world. The DVD and Blu-ray release of the film, plus the live album release, occurred on 19 November 2012.
The film was first announced by Phil Harvey in April 2012. It was first announced under the title "ColdplayFilm". [1] The name was also inscribed on the Xylobands used on the Mylo Xyloto Tour between April and September 2012. The film/album was first officially announced on 25 September 2012. [2] On the same day, two websites promoting Live 2012 launched. One promoting the theatrical release of the film, and one promoting the project in general. [3] [4] A two-minute trailer accompanied the announcement, released online and shown in theaters attached to other films as well. [5] In addition, an exclusive preview of "Us Against the World" was shown on the Live 2012 website, as well as another select track off the film of user's choice. [6] A 183-page e-book documenting the tour was also announced. [7]
Live 2012 was first released as an exclusive, one-night-only theatrical release, shown in cinemas across 57 countries around the world. [8] The film opened at 7:00pm at respective time zones (7:30pm at some screenings), on 13 November 2012. The film was shown twice on the night, closing before midnight. [9] A partnership deal between Parlophone and Studio 3 saw the screening of Live 2012 on US premium cable television as well. [10] The film aired exclusively on 14 November 2012 on Epix, the night after the theatrical release and a week before its commercial release in the United States.
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Source | Rating |
Herald Sun | 4.5/5 [11] |
Digital Spy | [12] |
The Upcoming | [13] |
IndieWire | B+ [14] |
Contactmusic | 9/10 [15] |
HeyUGuys! | [16] |
Live 2012 has received large critical acclaim. Adam Silverstein wrote an overwhelmingly positive review for Digital Spy , saying that the film/album was pulled off well amidst mixed reputation, writing "One (thankfully first-class) collab with a popstar and an appearance on The X Factor later, however, and they almost fucked their rep… Chris Martin bawling backing vocals to the Little Mix girls would have been uglier than Javier Bardem toothless in Skyfall , yet that's all it would have taken." He also says it showcases well the "ridiculous effort that goes in to each and every concert." and that the film/album "skilfully showcases just how incredible an adventure it is to observe a world-beating band at the top of their game. And those still to be converted to the Coldplay cause even after watching this? Well, they can f*** off, then." [12]
Drew Taylor of IndieWire wrote a similar very positive review, praising the Mylo Xyloto tour itself as well, and stating that "even a cursory understanding of what it's like to watch Coldplay live is better than nothing at all. Wristbands not included". [14] Sarah Milton of The Upcoming wrote a very positive review focusing on the band's ability to connect with their fans through Live 2012, writing that "This release of their previous and current work defines their unstoppable prowess by taking tracks to a personal level with their fans. This is a skill not many achieve live, but with this album, Coldplay succeeds. It deserves immense recognition, and we can rest assured that Coldplay will keep raising the bar of stadium rock shows for years to come." [13]
Cameron Adams of the Australian Herald Sun gave the album a positive review, highlighting the emulation of the tour, stating "this is the exact show Coldplay are in the midst of charming our country with - wristbands, hits, banter, yoga moves and all.". He also complimented the tracklist choice, writing that "Their biggest hits (Paradise, Viva La Vida, Fix You) sit nicely with their more subversive ones (Violet Hill, Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall)". It was the album of the week in the Herald Sun. [11]
Jim Pusey wrote a positive review for Contactmusic, praising the film for its visual effects and cinematography. He compared it to the band's Live 2003, noticing "a band that's now less awkward and self-conscious." He also gave a positive note to the documentary itself, stating that the most interesting parts were the "behind the scenes interludes that punctuate the performances. Each band member has an opportunity to reveal not only their enthusiasm for playing live around the globe, but also their perspective on the different elements that have made up the tour [...]. This peek behind the curtain is beneficial as it makes the gig footage from 3 different stops on the tour (including their most recent Glastonbury headline set) more engaging". [15]
Writing for HeyUGuys!, Kenji Lloyd declared that the film "goes above and beyond any ordinary concert film, which is just what you'd expect from a band that isn't any ordinary band. They go the further mile, always looking to take things further, do things better, make the extra effort". [16] The album was nominated in the Foreign Classic Pop Rock Album of the Year category at the Hungarian Music Awards, [17] and named one of the best international releases of the year by Italian magazine Panorama . [18] Similarly, the film received a Best Music Film nod at the 56th Grammy Awards. [19]
All songs written and performed by Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion, and Chris Martin. [20] [21]
No. | Title | Original album | Length |
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1. | "Mylo Xyloto" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | Mylo Xyloto , 2011 | 0:56 |
2. | "Hurts Like Heaven" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | Mylo Xyloto | 4:16 |
3. | "In My Place" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | A Rush of Blood to the Head , 2002 | 3:54 |
4. | "Major Minus" (Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas, 26 October 2011 / Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | Mylo Xyloto | 3:39 |
5. | "Yellow" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | Parachutes , 2000 | 6:51 |
6. | "God Put a Smile upon Your Face" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | A Rush of Blood to the Head | 5:21 |
7. | "Princess of China" (with Rihanna, Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | Mylo Xyloto | 3:48 |
8. | "Up in Flames" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | Mylo Xyloto | 3:17 |
9. | "Viva la Vida" (Glastonbury Festival, 25 June 2011) | Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends , 2008 | 4:58 |
10. | "Charlie Brown" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | Mylo Xyloto | 5:00 |
11. | "Paradise" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | Mylo Xyloto | 5:32 |
12. | "Us Against the World" (Bell Centre, 27 July 2012) | Mylo Xyloto | 3:52 |
13. | "Clocks" (Bell Centre, 27 July 2012) | A Rush of Blood to the Head | 4:44 |
14. | "Fix You" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | X&Y , 2005 | 5:00 |
15. | "Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall" (with "M.M.I.X." (introduction), Stade de France, 2 September 2012 / Glastonbury Festival, 25 June 2011 / Bell Centre, 27 July 2012 / Hollywood Bowl, 4 May 2012 / Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas, 26 October 2011) | Mylo Xyloto | 5:25 |
No. | Title | Original album | Length |
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1. | "Intro" (includes elements of "Takk...") | 0:37 | |
2. | "Mylo Xyloto" | 0:43 | |
3. | "Hurts Like Heaven" | 4:02 | |
4. | "In My Place" | 3:48 | |
5. | "Intermission 1" (Narrated by Chris Martin, includes elements of "Don't Let It Break Your Heart") | 4:08 | |
6. | "Major Minus" | 3:30 | |
7. | "Yellow" | 4:29 | |
8. | "Intermission 2" (Narrated by Jonny Buckland, includes elements of "Charlie Brown") | 3:51 | |
9. | "Violet Hill" (La Cigale, 31 October 2011) | Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends | 3:49 |
10. | "God Put a Smile upon Your Face" | 4:58 | |
11. | "Princess of China" (with Rihanna) | 3:59 | |
12. | "Intermission 3" (Narrated by Will Champion, includes elements of "The Escapist" and "Major Minus") | 3:02 | |
13. | "Up in Flames" | 3:13 | |
14. | "Viva la Vida" | 4:01 | |
15. | "Intermission 4" (Narrated by Guy Berryman, includes elements of "Up with the Birds") | 3:45 | |
16. | "Charlie Brown" | 4:45 | |
17. | "Paradise" | 4:37 | |
18. | "Us Against the World" | 3:59 | |
19. | "Clocks" | 5:07 | |
20. | "Intermission 5" (Narrated by Chris Martin, includes elements of "Mylo Xyloto" and "Hurts Like Heaven") | 3:09 | |
21. | "Fix You" | 4:54 | |
22. | "Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall" (with "M.M.I.X." (introduction)) | 4:49 | |
23. | "Outro and Credits" (includes "Up with the Birds") | 5:27 |
No. | Title | Original album | Length |
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24. | "The Scientist" (Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | A Rush of Blood to the Head | 5:09 |
25. | "Don't Let It Break Your Heart" (with "A Hopeful Transmission" (introduction) Stade de France, 2 September 2012) | Mylo Xyloto | 4:27 |
26. | "Photo Gallery" | 4:05 |
Sample credits [21]
Weekly charts
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Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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Australia (ARIA) [23] | 7× Platinum | 105,000^ |
Canada (Music Canada) [49] | 4× Platinum | 40,000^ |
France (SNEP) [50] Album | Platinum | 100,000* |
France (SNEP) [51] DVD | Diamond | 60,000* |
Italy (FIMI) [52] | Gold | 30,000* |
Mexico (AMPROFON) [53] | Gold | 30,000^ |
Portugal (AFP) [54] | 2× Platinum | 16,000^ |
Spain (PROMUSICAE) [23] | Gold | 10,000^ |
United Kingdom (BPI) [55] | 4× Platinum | 200,000^ |
Summaries | ||
Worldwide (IFPI) | — | 1,100,000 [lower-alpha 1] |
* Sales figures based on certification alone. |
Country | Date | Label | Format | Catalog no. |
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Worldwide (Select cinemas) [57] | 13 November 2012 | N/A | Theatrical release | N/A |
Japan | 14 November 2012 | Parlophone, EMI | CD+DVD, DVD+CD, Blu-ray Disc+CD, Digital download | N/A |
Australia | 16 November 2012 | 50999 015137 2 1, P015 1372 (CD+DVD) 50999 015139 9 8, P015 1399 (DVD+CD) 50999 015141 9 3, P015 1419 (BD+CD) | ||
Germany | ||||
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Belgium | ||||
Netherlands | ||||
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Finland | ||||
Norway | ||||
Ireland | ||||
United Kingdom [58] | 19 November 2012 | |||
Canada | 20 November 2012 | Capitol | 509990 15137 2 1 (CD+DVD) | |
United States | ||||
Italy | Parlophone, EMI | 50999 015137 2 1, P015 1372 (CD+DVD) 50999 015139 9 8, P015 1399 (DVD+CD) 50999 015141 9 3, P015 1419 (BD+CD) | ||
Spain | ||||
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Thailand | ||||
Korea | ||||
Sweden | 21 November 2012 | EMI | ||
China [59] | 31 August 2013 | STARSING CULTURE | CD+DVD | 9787798503234 |
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Director Paul Dugdale gets into the spirit of the Mylo Xyloto Tour by occasionally "drawing" squiggles of bright paint on the screen, which adds to the outrageous, overstuffed nature of the experience. But he also knows when to tone it down and let the on-stage visuals speak for themselves. When "Paradise" starts subtly, with a darkened stage that's eventually brightened by glow-in-the-dark graffiti, it's striking enough without any additional flourishes. If anything, the documentary should be longer, should capture more of the live experience, to better replicate the experience of watching the band onstage. But that's a minor quibble. At the end of "Coldplay Live 2012," even a cursory understanding of what it's like to watch Coldplay live is better than nothing at all. Wristbands not included. [B+]
Comparing Live 2012 with Coldplay's similar package from 2003 also reveals a band that's now less awkward and self-conscious. The most interesting moments here are actually not to be found in the concert footage itself, but rather in the behind the scenes interludes that punctuate the performances. Each band member has an opportunity to reveal not only their enthusiasm for playing live around the globe, but also their perspective on the different elements that have made up the tour. These short vignettes include details of how the Mylo Xyloto artwork evolved and how they tried to translate that to a live setting with audience members wearing glowing wristbands. This peek behind the curtain is beneficial as it makes the gig footage from 3 different stops on the tour (including their most recent Glastonbury headline set) more engaging.
Live 2012 goes above and beyond any ordinary concert film, which is just what you'd expect from a band that isn't any ordinary band. They go the further mile, always looking to take things further, do things better, make the extra effort. As the band plays through the darkening night, we're treated to the equally impressive artwork and handwritten lyrics that are a part of their live shows, appearing on the screen itself in a fantastic bleeding of creativity.
"Live 2012" Coldplay Paul Dugdale, video director; Jim Parsons, video producer
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