Coldplay at Expo 2020 Dubai: lucky fans react after 'momentous' and 'unforgettable' show

Many fans shared their joy after watching the four-piece band play under Expo's colourful Al Wasl Dome

Coldplay performs at Expo 2020 Dubai on February 15. All photos: Reuters, unless noted otherwise

Chris Martin and crew rocked Al Wasl Dome as part of the Infinite Nights concert series.

Kicking off the gig right on time at 9pm, Coldplay launched directly into 'Higher Power', the uplifting hit from their ninth and latest album 'Music of the Spheres'.

As part of the concert, the 'sky' of Al Wasl Dome also teemed with butterflies, rainbows and oversized BTS holograms.

Al Wasl Dome came alive with laser projections and holograms as part of the concert.

Chris Martin went around the circular stage a number of times, greeting the audience.

Despite the smaller crowd, Chris Martin’s energy was infectious as he stomped back and forth between the centre stage and the outer circles.

Chris Martin of the band Coldplay performs at Expo 2020 Dubai.

Coldplay played several hits including 'Paradise' — performed under a kaleidoscope of butterflies and rainbows. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai

Chris Martin takes a seat at the piano to croon along to a song.

Chris Martin was at his best, traipsing around the stage and pulling electrifying poses as he swung his arms and pointed his fingers.

Guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion provided a solid support team to lead vocalist Chris Martin for the night.

With more than 100 million albums sold worldwide, Coldplay are one of the most successful bands of the 21st century and one of the bestselling music acts of all time.

Typically found headlining stadiums around the world with upwards of 100,000 fans, it was a rather intimate affair at Expo 2020 Dubai.

Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of Coldplay perform at Expo 2020 Dubai.

One of Expo 2020 Dubai’s biggest nights of music took place on Tuesday, as Coldplay brought their colourful show to the world fair’s Al Wasl Dome.

During the performance, which took place as part of Expo’s Infinite Nights music series, the four-piece band performed hits from their extensive back catalogue. A projection of BTS also floated on the dome as the band performed My Universe, their joint hit with the seven-piece K-pop sensation.

For the lucky fans who managed to get tickets to watch the concert in person, it was a night to remember.

Many people took to social media after the concert to share their experience, and it was a resounding message of joy as well as thanks to both Coldplay and Expo.

“Yesterday show was amazing!” wrote Twitter user Jamilya, sharing a video from inside Al Wasl Dome. “Thank you @coldplay! @expo2020dubai.”

Another described the show as “surreal”.

“Amazing night,” wrote @sakura_kreuze. “Still having a post-concert syndrome, Loved hearing #MyUniverse in the scene, *surreal*”

Dubai radio presenter Simon Smedley, known as Catboy, described the night as an “unforgettable experience”.

“Surprised my girls with front row at @coldplay’s #Expo2020 concert last night,” he said, sharing pictures of Coldplay frontman Chris Martin. “The organisation was brilliant. The sound and lighting in Al Wasl Dome made it a singular, unforgettable experience. The band obviously delivered.”

Twitter user @rossbutter_ said: “You’re my sky full of stars. Tonight was amazing @coldplay”

Another person described seeing Coldplay live as a “bucket list” moment.

“Ticking it off the bucket list to see @coldplay perform live at the magnificent hall at Dubai Expo,” Rohan Vijay wrote.

Twitter user Raina described the night as “momentous”.

“That was momentous! Thank you @coldplay for giving us an amazing night!” she wrote.

Gemma Roberts described the performance as “phenomenal”, while Mohamad Ali Harissi called the band “the best of the best”.

Another Twitter user, Yousef, thanked Expo for putting on the show.

“Unforgettable night,” he wrote. “Thank you Expo for this amazing night.”

You can read The National’s full review of the Coldplay concert here.