Coldplay Collaborates with Matty Healy for the Song 'THE KARATE KID'

Kapanlagi.com - The music group Coldplay, known for their pop rock songs, has invited Matty Healy, the vocalist of the band The 1975, to collaborate on a new music project. The result of their collaboration will be featured in a special edition of the album Moon Music.

Matty Healy, the voice behind the band The 1975, was previously very popular among music fans. However, his popularity has waned in several countries like Malaysia and Indonesia due to his controversial actions.

This collaboration has garnered public attention given the controversies that have colored Matty Healy's career. Curious about how their collaboration turned out? Let’s discuss!

1. Coldplay and The 1975 Collaborate Amidst a Storm of Controversy

Source: instagram/coldplay & instagram/the1975

At the Good Vibes music festival in Malaysia in July 2023, The 1975's vocalist, Matty Healy, created controversy with his protest action. Criticizing the Malaysian government's policies towards the LGBTQ+ community, he took a bold step by kissing his bandmate on stage, challenging local norms.

On the other hand, Coldplay, also known as supporters of LGBTQ+ rights, managed to maintain their positive image while performing in Jakarta. By avoiding the use of controversial symbols, the band was well-received by the Indonesian audience.

Interestingly, despite the controversy involving Matty Healy, there seems to be no issues in the relationship between Coldplay and The 1975, as seen from their collaborative project. This collaboration has certainly drawn public attention, especially following a series of controversies involving Matty Healy.

2. Exclusive Collaboration of Coldplay in the Deluxe Edition

Full Moon edition album. Source: instagram/coldplay

After the launch of the luxurious edition of the album Moon Music with the full title MOON MUSIC (Full Moon Edition), it was only then that the collaboration between the two was revealed. Not only with Matty Healy, Coldplay also invited another musician, Jon Hopkins, to collaborate on this album.

Just three days after the release of the main album, the deluxe Moon Music edition was released on October 7, 2024. In addition, the Full Moon edition features 10 new songs and several live concert recordings provided by Coldplay as a bonus for the listeners.

3. The 1975 and Jon Hopkins' Touch in the Full Moon Album

In Coldplay's latest deluxe album, there are interesting collaborations that enrich the band's musical atmosphere. One of the highlights of the 10 new songs added is the involvement of Matty Healy, the vocalist of The 1975, in the production of the song THE KARATE KID. Although Healy did not contribute vocals, his touch is felt through his important role as an additional producer and pianist.

The title of this song itself is intriguing, taking inspiration from the popular film franchise that has become a cultural phenomenon in its own right. This collaboration shows Coldplay's openness to experiment with other musicians, expanding their creative horizons.

Additionally, this deluxe album also features two songs resulting from Coldplay's collaboration with Jon Hopkins, a renowned producer and electronic musician. The songs are titled ANGELSONG and WAVE, with the latter being written using a waving hand emoticon, a modern touch that reflects the digital era.

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