9. Coldplay

Whether you love Coldplay or detest them (there does not seem to be an in between) they have set a course for themselves that could make them an early Hall of Fame entry. They have conquered both sides of the Atlantic, were constantly on the charts and they have just enough critical respect to make them a complete candidate.

Often using lush arrangements, Coldplay straddled the line between Alt-Rock and Pop Rock, giving them a mass appeal, though it also overexposed them. This led to a backlash in some circles, with an overrated claim, but this is a very talented bunch who will enter Cleveland one day.

Should Coldplay be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 77.5%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 2.5%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 15%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Sunday, 01 January 2023
Country of Origin: United Kingdom (London, England)
Why they will get in: They have astronomic success, with signature hits.
Why they won't get in: There are disliked in some circles.
Nominated in: Never.
Essential Albums: Parachutes (2000)
A Rush of Blood to the Head (2002)
X&Y (2005)
Viva La Vida or Death and All HIs Friends (2009)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Clocks, From A Rush of Blood to the Head, 2002
The Scientist, From A Rush of Blood to the Head, 2002
Speed of Sound, From X&Y, 2005
Viva La Vida, From Viva La Vida or Death and All HIs Friends, 2009
A Sky Full of Star, From Ghost Stories, 2014