Coldplay Gives Out CD

RECESSION PERKS

Updated Apr. 25, 2017 3:08PM ET / Published May. 01, 2009 8:19AM ET

Following in the steps of bands like Radiohead, Coldplay is breaking through the $9.99-barrier by announcing they will be giving out their latest CD for free. Fans will be able to download the disc on May 15 or get a physical version if they see Coldplay live. The band described the gimmick for the album LeftRightLeftRightLeft a "recession-busting mark of gratitude."

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