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Album o​f the Day: Debut Album That Turned Quiet​ Melancholy Into a Timeless Global Anthem

Released on July 10, 2000, Parachutes introduced Coldplay to the world with timeless songs like "Yellow," "Shiver," and "Trouble." Despite early criticism and constant Radiohead comparisons, the band's debut became a Grammy-winning, multi-platinum classic that defined a generation. Here's the story behind the album, the backlash it faced, Chris Martin's conflicted feelings about its success, and the meaning behind its iconic title.

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Album o​f the Day: Debut Album That Turned Quiet​ Melancholy Into a Timeless Global Anthem

Allmusic Blog — Released on July 10, 2000, Parachutes introduced Coldplay to the world with timeless songs like "Yellow," "Shiver," and "Trouble." Despite early criticism and constant Ra... more info
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