Parachutes is one of those rare music experiences where every song is perfect. Coldplay matches beautiful guitar melodies and piano ballads to make a sonic experience everyone should have. I have absolutely nothing negative to say about this album, which is saying a lot for a sarcastic 20-something. The only person that would not like this album is someone who listens exclusively to hard rock or rap. If you're not one of them, you'll love it.
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The Rebel Base 2001Reviewed by AmberYou know what the MTV channels do to bands. They abuse the privilege of playing a video. Nine out of ten songs that they play on these channels gain popularity quickly and are overplayed to no extent. Most of the music is not even worth listening to! Which I'm sure can get on anyone's nerves. But then again, there are exceptions. Take Coldplay's "Yellow" for example. Hailing in from good old…Similar sounding releases
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