Lead singer Chris Martin has described this album as a new direction for Coldplay as their past three albums have been referred to as a 'trilogy.' Martin has also revealed that this album features much less of his falsetto, allowing his voice's lower register to take precedence.

Coldplay will perform two songs from their new album "Viva la Vida" and "Violet Hill" on the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" Pontiac Garage Outdoor Stage.

Other upcoming musical acts include:
June 5 - Usher**
June 6 - The Ting Tings
June 10 - N.E.R.D.**
June 11 - Esperanza Spalding
June 12 – Carolina Liar
June 17 – Chromeo**
June 18 – Jewel**
June 19 – Lil Wayne**

** Performances will take place on the Pontiac Garage Outdoor Stage