Chris Martin
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| Name | Chris Martin |
| Birth name | Christopher Anthony John Martin |
| Birth date | March 2, 1977 |
| Birth place | Exeter, Devon, England |
| Occupation | Musician, singer, songwriter |
| Instrument | Vocals, piano, guitar |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Label | Parlophone, Capitol Records |
| Associated acts | Coldplay, The Chainsmokers, Avicii, Jay-Z, Kanye West |
Chris Martin is a British musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist and co-founder of the rock band Coldplay, along with Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion. Born in Exeter, Devon, England, Martin's music career has been influenced by artists such as U2, The Beatles, and Bob Dylan. He has collaborated with numerous notable artists, including Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Bruno Mars. Martin's work with Coldplay has been recognized with numerous awards, including Grammy Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and Brit Awards.
● Early Life
Chris Martin was born to Anthony Martin, an accountant, and Marianne Martin, a music teacher, in Exeter, Devon, England. He attended University College London, where he met his future Coldplay bandmates, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion. Martin's early musical influences included The Cure, Radiohead, and Oasis. He was also inspired by the music of Eric Clapton, Stevie Wonder, and Elton John. Martin's family moved to Norway and later to Canada, where he attended The King's School, Ottery St Mary and developed an interest in music, particularly the works of The Rolling Stones, The Who, and Pink Floyd.
● Career
Chris Martin's music career began with the formation of Coldplay in 1996, along with Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion. The band released their debut album, Parachutes, in 2000, which included the hit single Yellow. The album was a critical and commercial success, and Coldplay went on to release several successful albums, including A Rush of Blood to the Head, X&Y, and Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends. Martin has collaborated with numerous artists, including Jay-Z, Kanye West, and The Chainsmokers, on songs such as Most Kingz and Something Just Like This. He has also performed at various music festivals, including Glastonbury Festival, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, and Lollapalooza.
● Personal Life
Chris Martin has been married to actress Gwyneth Paltrow since 2003, and they have two children, Apple Martin and Moses Martin. The couple announced their separation in 2014 and divorced in 2016. Martin has been in a relationship with actress Dakota Johnson since 2017. He is a supporter of several charitable organizations, including Amnesty International, Oxfam, and Red Cross. Martin has also been involved in various environmental and social causes, including Live 8 and Live Earth, which were organized by Bob Geldof and Al Gore.
● Discography
Chris Martin's discography with Coldplay includes several successful albums, such as Parachutes, A Rush of Blood to the Head, X&Y, Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends, Mylo Xyloto, Ghost Stories, and A Head Full of Dreams. He has also released several singles, including Yellow, Clocks, Viva La Vida, and Paradise. Martin has collaborated with other artists on songs such as Most Kingz with Jay-Z and Something Just Like This with The Chainsmokers. His work has been influenced by artists such as U2, The Beatles, and Bob Dylan, and he has been compared to singers such as Freddie Mercury and Bono.
● Awards and Recognition
Chris Martin has won numerous awards with Coldplay, including Grammy Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and Brit Awards. He has been nominated for several awards, including American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and Teen Choice Awards. Martin has also been recognized for his philanthropic work, particularly in the area of HIV/AIDS awareness and poverty reduction. He has been involved in several high-profile charity events, including Live 8 and Live Earth, which were organized by Bob Geldof and Al Gore. Martin has also been named one of the most influential people in the world by Time Magazine.
● Philanthropy
Chris Martin is a supporter of several charitable organizations, including Amnesty International, Oxfam, and Red Cross. He has been involved in various environmental and social causes, including Live 8 and Live Earth, which were organized by Bob Geldof and Al Gore. Martin has also been a long-time supporter of Make Trade Fair, a campaign organized by Oxfam to promote fair trade practices. He has performed at several charity events, including Live 8 and 12-12-12: The Concert for Sandy Relief, which was organized by The Robin Hood Foundation and featured performances by Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, and Alicia Keys. Martin has also been involved in various initiatives to support HIV/AIDS awareness and poverty reduction, including the (Product) Red campaign, which was founded by Bono and Bobby Shriver.