The renowned Croke Park will be a haven for Coldplay enthusiasts as the band concludes the European section of their Music of the Spheres World Tour at the Dublin site. The swift sell-out of this four-show stint at Jones’ Road indicates that much like Oasis, Coldplay could just as well be tagged as a people’s band, albeit perhaps resonating with a different demographic.
Coldplay’s candid approach may not appeal to the Gallaghers and specific rock purists, but frontman Chris Martin remains unfazed by notions of what is considered ‘cool’. Instead, his focus hinges on delivering an incredible performance so captivating it’s second only to setting Croke Park ablaze to engage the overjoyed crowd.
Anticipating the upcoming concerts, Martin pleasantly surprised fans with an impromptu gig on Grafton Street on Wednesday whilst filming a music video for their latest track. “We Pray”. At the time, Martin was the only group member present where he gave a live rendition of the fresh track joined by Burna Boy, Tini, Elyanna and Little Simz, who are included in the recording as well.
Established in 1997, the British group boasting nine studio albums is set to launch a fresh album, Moon Music, slated for release in October. The grand finale of Coldplay’s four-show run at Croke Park falls on Monday, 2nd of September.
Regrettably, all tickets for the quartet of shows stand sold out, but devotees should keep tabs on Ticketmaster where resale tickets might surface. Event organisers urge fans to only purchase tickets from verified sellers. As for those who have purchased a ticket but are yet to collect it?
If you are fortunate to possess tickets that need collection, the dedicated Ticketmaster box office is situated at the intersection of North Circular Road and Russell Street/Jones Road. The office commences operations from 3pm.
When is the concert commencement time?
Entry to the venue is open by 5pm with strict prohibition of early queues. The inaugural supporting act kicks-off the event at 6.30pm. Subsequently, a second supporting act will perform at 7.15pm before Coldplay’s performance at 8.30pm. The organisers suggest attendees should arrive at the venue a minimum of 45 minutes before the event begins.
What are the details of the supporting acts?
The first act to support is by Lucan’s Aby Coulibaly, who has made significant progress in her musical career this year. Her current single, Glow, was launched just a week ago.
In a recent Instagram post, she expressed her elation about being a supporting act for Coldplay, commenting her difficulty in grasping the magnitude of the opportunity and how she grew up admiring Coldplay’s music. She talked about her childhood memories revolving around their music and how she once dreamt of watching a Coldplay concert.
Ongoing support is also provided by American artist Maggie Rogers, who launched her new album, Don’t Forget Me, this year. Rogers has been a frequent supporting act at many shows and recently performed with Chris Martin in Vienna. They together did a cover of Taylor Swift’s hit number, Love Story.
How do I plan my travel to and fro from the venue?
Croke Park is easily accessible with numerous public transportation services, including buses, trains, Dart, and Luas, which can all take you close to the stadium. With a quick stroll of 15-20 minutes, you can easily reach the stadium from O’Connell street. To map out your journey to the venue from any part of Ireland, simply use transportforireland.ie.
When arriving at the venue, follow the coloured route as indicated on your ticket. If you’re on the:
– Blue route, enter via Jones Road and Russell Street.
– Red route (For Cusack Stand), use St James Avenue and Foster Terrace entrances.
– Yellow route (For Davin Stand), make your way via St Margaret’s Terrace.
– Green route (For Front pitch standing), use the Josephs Avenue gate.
– Red route (For Front and main pitch standing), again enter from St James Avenue and Foster Terrace.
What can we expect for the performance?
Coldplay has a wide array of songs in their repertoire, drawing from their vast catalogue of albums. An outline of what to expect could be inferred from their recent performance at Ernst Happel Stadion in Vienna, Austria. Tracks like “Higher Power”, “Viva la Vida”, and “Fix You”, amongst others, were part of the set list.
Is there a security protocol?
Security checks are mandatory for everyone entering the stadium. Attendees below the age of 16 should be accompanied by someone aged 25 or above. Under-14s should possess seated tickets as they cannot access the pitch/standing area. It is not advisable for children under five to join the event.
Event regulations caution against carrying bags, unless absolutely necessary, especially those larger than A4 size. Other items prohibited include any glass or can items, umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, selfie sticks, flares, professional cameras, and audio recording equipment.
Accessibility for disabled patrons?
For information on accessible parking spaces, wheelchair access to the venue, and accessible seating arrangements, confer with MCD Productions at their contact email, [email protected].
Am I permitted to snap some photos at the gig?
Certainly, though you can only do it with a smartphone or a small digital camera. Any professional camera with detachable lenses or other recording gadgets are not allowed.
Could you update on the weather conditions?
The beginning of Monday might be a bit damp with cloudy skies, but the drizzle is set to depart by the evening, leaving a combination of cloud intervals and a few clear moments. The temperature is predicted to range from 14 to 16 degrees with light breezes forecasted.
Please bear in mind, as we’re outdoors, it’s prudent to dress accordingly for Ireland’s unpredictable weather – consider rain jackets and sun lotion, but please do note, umbrellas aren’t permitted.