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Live 2003

by Coldplay

Released: November 04, 2003

Alternative rock, pop rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

"Live 2003" is the first live album by British rock band Coldplay, released on November 10, 2003, by Parlophone in the UK and on November 4, 2003, by Capitol Records in the US. The album features performances filmed at Sydney's Hordern Pavilion on July 21 and 22, 2003. It serves as the band's second live project, following the Trouble – Norwegian Live EP released in 2001.

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Interesting Facts

One notable track, "Moses," is exclusive to this…

One notable track, "Moses," is exclusive to this album and was written by Chris Martin about his then-wife, Gwyneth Paltrow; it was also the inspiration for the name of their second child, born in 2006.

The promotional efforts for the album included sending…

The promotional efforts for the album included sending "Moses" to alternative radio stations in the US on October 6, while "Clocks" received promotional support in countries like Mexico and Spain.

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Reception

The album received critical acclaim, earning a nomination for Best Long Form Music Video at the 47th Annual Grammy Awards and being recognized as one of the year's greatest releases by Blender.

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The Complete Album Story

The album received critical acclaim, earning a nomination for Best Long Form Music Video at the 47th Annual Grammy Awards and being recognized as one of the year's greatest releases by Blender. One notable track, "Moses," is exclusive to this album and was written by Chris Martin about his then-wife, Gwyneth Paltrow; it was also the inspiration for the name of their second child, born in 2006. The promotional efforts for the album included sending "Moses" to alternative radio stations in the US on October 6, while "Clocks" received promotional support in countries like Mexico and Spain.