This, unfortunately, deepens the band's struggle to infuse their soft rock with any meaningful depth or connect their healing themes to tangible human experiences. The album is filled with hollow anthems that cater to a broad audience, but it falls short of delivering a cohesive body of work. While there are moments that stand out, it feels like Coldplay is now chasing trends rather than pioneering them. The inclusion of BTS and Selena Gomez, coupled with a muddled cosmic concept, suggests a ...
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