Coldplay Makes History: VR Concert Launch and Record-Breaking Touring Success

Coldplay Crowned Best-Selling Touring Artist of the 21st Century

British rock band Coldplay has achieved an extraordinary milestone in live music history. The band has been crowned the best-selling touring artist of the 21st century, selling nearly 25 million tickets across 730+ concerts, according to a recent Pollstar report. This achievement places them ahead of legendary acts including U2 and Ed Sheeran.

Their latest outing, Music of the Spheres, sold over 13 million tickets, making it the most-attended tour of all time. The tour has not only broken attendance records but has also set new standards for environmental sustainability in the music industry. Coldplay have ushered into a new era of sustainable touring, reducing CO2 emissions by 59% in their first two years of activity and planting 9 million trees in forest reserves.

Immersive VR Concert Experience Coming to Meta Horizon

In an exciting development for fans worldwide, Meta has partnered with iHeartMedia to stream an immersive virtual reality concert featuring Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres tour, with the free event launching on Meta Horizon on December 30 at 11AM Pacific time. This innovative experience brings the band’s renowned Wembley Stadium performance to audiences globally.

The VR concert used stereoscopic 180-degree VR footage taken during Coldplay’s performances at Wembley Stadium in London, and users can access the experience through the Meta Horizon mobile app on iOS and Android devices, as well as through Meta Quest VR headsets. The production employed 15 cameras to capture the stunning visuals, ensuring fans feel as though they’re experiencing the concert from premium stadium locations.

What This Means for Music Fans

Coldplay’s dual achievements — becoming the century’s top touring act whilst pioneering accessible VR concert experiences — demonstrate the band’s commitment to innovation and fan engagement. The VR concert makes their spectacular live show accessible to millions who cannot attend in person, whilst their environmental initiatives prove that massive stadium tours can operate sustainably. As the music industry continues evolving, Coldplay’s leadership in both touring excellence and technological innovation sets a remarkable precedent for artists worldwide.