Tue Oct 01 04:12:43 UTC 2024: ## Coldplay Announces Retirement Plan After 12 Albums
**London, UK** – Coldplay frontman Chris Martin has revealed the band’s surprising retirement plan, announcing that they will only release 12 studio albums before calling it quits.
During a recent interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, Martin confirmed the band’s decision, stating, “We are only going to do 12 proper albums and that’s real… It’s really important that we have that limit.”
Coldplay’s upcoming album, *Moon Music*, set to release on October 4th, will mark their 10th studio album, leaving just two more before they officially “retire.”
Martin explained the reasoning behind the decision, drawing parallels to other iconic artists: “There’s only seven Harry Potters. There’s only 12 and a half Beatles albums, there’s about the same for Bob Marley, so all our heroes.”
He also emphasized the impact this decision will have on their musical quality: “Having that limit means the quality control is so high right now… It’s almost impossible, which is great. And so where we could be coasting, we’re trying to improve.”
While 12 albums may seem like a considerable amount to some, Coldplay aims to maintain a high level of artistry and avoid over-saturation. This decision promises to make each remaining album a highly anticipated event for their dedicated fanbase.
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