Coldplay Surprises El Paso Fans with First Live 'Speed of Sound' Performance in Nearly Two Decades

El Paso, Texas – On June 14, 2025, British rock band Coldplay delivered a memorable performance at their El Paso concert, surprising fans by playing their hit song "Speed of Sound" live for the first time in nearly 18 years. The track, originally from their 2005 album "X&Y," had been absent from their live setlists for an extensive period, making its return a highly anticipated moment for attendees. Frontman Chris Martin addressed the enthusiastic crowd before the performance, humorously reflecting on the song's long absence. "We made an album 20 years ago which should have been a lot better," Martin quipped, referring to the album containing "Speed of Sound." He added, "It had a song on it called 'Speed of Sound' which we never really played." Martin also hinted at a potential future remix, suggesting a desire to make it "a little bit quicker, a little bit shorter, a little bit tighter, maybe fix the drums slightly." Fans reacted with immense excitement, capturing the rare performance on their phones as the band launched into the song. The decision to reclaim the song for the El Paso show was attributed by Martin to the band having "such a good time here in El Paso." The concert marked a significant event for Coldplay enthusiasts, providing a unique experience for those present.

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