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Coldplay's Melbourne Show: The Night They Rocked Without a Bassist!

Coldplay's Australian tour kicks off with a twist - no bassist Guy Berryman! 🎸✨ Check out what went down on this legendary night!

Coldplay kicked off their highly anticipated Australian stadium tour at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium last night. But the celebration took a slight detour when frontman Chris Martin announced the unfortunate news that bassist Guy Berryman would not be joining the band on stage. Struck down by illness, Berryman's absence marked an unprecedented moment in Coldplay’s history as the band performed their first-ever show without their core bassist. As fans filed in for the electrifying night, the group had to adjust their performance—making it a concert to remember for all the right and wrong reasons.

Chris Martin took to the stage shortly before the show to address the crowd. With his charismatic and jovial personality, he reassured fans, saying, "We will have a slightly different show tonight; Guy is feeling a bit under the weather and won’t be joining us." He also humorously warned concert-goers to brace for a few hiccups during the performance due to Berryman’s absence. Despite the unexpected change, excitement ran high as the audience was ready to soak up the sonic magic that only Coldplay can deliver.

As the band dove into their setlist, cheers erupted with chart-topping hits that spanned their illustrious career. Yet, fans notably felt the absence of Berryman's signature bass lines that anchor many of Coldplay's most beloved songs. However, Martin, alongside bandmates Jonny Buckland and Will Champion, stepped up, inviting the crowd to sing louder and engage more as they collectively filled the void left by their missing member.

By the end of the night, the experience became one of camaraderie and resilience, with the Melbourne audience rallying around Coldplay, making the best of an unusual scenario. The legendary band reminded everyone present that the show must go on—even if it means rocking out without one of their own.

Fun fact: Did you know that Coldplay has been on the global music scene since 1996? They've earned countless awards, including 9 Grammy Awards, and have sold over 100 million records worldwide! And as for the beloved bassist Guy Berryman, he has been an integral part of the band from the start—here’s hoping he’s back at it soon!