Coldplay open registration for free London and New York gigs

Coldplay 's website is now allowing fans to register for the chance to claim free gig tickets for the band's forthcoming live gigs in London and New York.

The band will play London Brixton Academy on June 16 and New York Madison Square Garden on June 23.

Fans wishing to be in with a chance of getting free tickets need to leave their details on the Coldplay.com. All those who register will be entered into a draw that decides who wins the tickets.

Coldplay are giving away one grand prize for the New York show. One winner will receive an all-expenses paid trip to the gig from anywhere in the world including tickets, flights and accommodation.

The results of both the London and New York gig ballots will be announced on June 5.

Meanwhile you can get hold of two of Coldplay's new songs for free now.

The band have teamed with NME to release their comeback single on seven-inch, with our issue, which is out now.

The record features the first ever physical release of 'Violet Hill', plus new track 'A Spell A Rebel Yell', which will only ever be released on this disc.

To get hold of your free record get the issue of NME on UK newsstands now, or alternatively head to the NME Store and order your magazine and single online.

Coldplay tickets:

• Dec 2, 2008 at NIA, Birmingham - Check availability
• Dec 9, 2008 at SECC, Glasgow - Check availability
• Dec 11, 2008 at Evening News Arena, Manchester - Check availability

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