Coldplay to Donate Portion of 2025 UK Tour Proceeds to Support Music Venues
Coldplay has announced a generous donation to the Music Venue Trust, a UK charity that supports grassroots music venues, as part of their upcoming 2025 UK tour. This tour will feature eight stadium shows in London and Hull, marking the band's only UK and European performances for the year.
The British pop-rock band, who headlined Glastonbury Festival in June, recently completed their 2024 European tour in support of their latest album, Music of the Spheres. The new dates will follow the release of their forthcoming 10th record, Moon Music, scheduled for release on 4 October.
Coldplay’s Commitment to Grassroots Music
Coldplay's decision to support the Music Venue Trust underscores their commitment to the music industry and its independent venues. The band's dedication to music's grassroots roots is evident in their donation of 10% of their tour proceeds to the charity.
The Music Venue Trust, founded in 2014, plays a vital role in safeguarding the UK's independent venues, providing support and resources to ensure their survival. The trust's mission is to prevent the closure of these essential spaces, which serve as incubators for emerging artists and foster the development of musical talent.
2025 Tour Dates and Ticket Information
Coldplay has announced that 50% of tickets to their first-ever shows in Hull will go to local fans with the postcodes HU, YO, DN, or LN. These tickets will be available for purchase through Ticketmaster and Seetickets at 9am on Friday, 27 September.
Fans who pre-order Moon Music from the official Coldplay UK or EU stores will have access to a pre-sale beginning at 9am on Thursday, 26 September. Those who have already pre-ordered the album from the UK or EU store will be automatically eligible for the pre-sale.
Coldplay’s Commitment to Environmental Sustainability
In addition to their charitable contributions, Coldplay has also made a commitment to environmental sustainability for their 2025 tour. The band has pledged to power their Wembley shows with 100% solar, wind, and kinetic energy, collected at the venue and elsewhere in the UK and delivered by a specially designed electric battery system.
This initiative is a world first for a stadium show and reflects Coldplay's continued dedication to reducing their environmental impact. Earlier this year, Coldplay revealed that their Music of the Spheres show had, at that point, produced 59% less CO2e emissions than their previous stadium tour between 2016 and 2017. The band has also overseen the planting of nine million trees, with a further one million to be planted before the end of the year.
Expanding Sustainability Efforts
Coldplay’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond their live performances. They are expanding their efforts to their album, Moon Music. Physical copies of the album will be made from 100% recycled plastic bottles, reflecting the band's dedication to using environmentally conscious materials.
Coldplay's dedication to sustainability is a model for other artists in the music industry. Their initiatives demonstrate that it is possible to create successful and impactful tours while minimizing the environmental footprint.
Coldplay’s Tour: A Testament to Artistic and Social Responsibility
Coldplay’s upcoming 2025 UK tour is more than just a series of concerts; it is a testament to the band's artistic and social responsibility. Their donation to the Music Venue Trust and their commitment to environmental sustainability are commendable examples of how artists can use their platform to make a positive impact on the world.
With their commitment to supporting the music industry, reducing their environmental footprint, and delivering captivating performances, Coldplay continues to inspire their fans while setting a new standard for conscious artistry.
