Rhythmists from Vanguarda, drums from the UFRJ Medicine course, participated in a show and recorded a collaboration with the band in 2023
The British group Coldplay recently released their 10th studio album, Moon Musicwhich brings together messages of positivity on topics such as wars, sustainability and LGBTQ+ activism.
Featuring production from the DJ duo The Chainsmokersin addition to partnerships such as Ayra Starr and Jon Hopkinsthe album brought a special detail to the Brazilian public.
The battery Vanguardformed by students from the Medicine course at Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), appears in the credits of “GOOD FEELiNGS”fifth track from the recently released project.
College drums in Coldplay song
The collaboration of Brazilian rhythmists with the Coldplay has an explanation: in 2023, the Vanguard was invited to play with the band at one of the shows in Rio de Janeiro.
On that occasion, they went up together on the stage set up at the Nilton Santos Stadium and played a version of “Fix you”.
See this photo on InstagramA post shared by Bateria Vanguarda (@bateriavanguarda)
According to the students (via Extra), participation in “GOOD FEELiNGS” was recorded during rehearsals with Chris Martin.
“Thank you to the members of medicine Vanguardthank you”, said the vocalist live after the performance.
The drum’s name appears in the track’s credits on the Apple Music streaming platform. In the information, the Vanguard is credited with responsible for sound effects and percussion.
“GOOD FEELiNGS” still features vocals by Ayra Starr and guitarist collaboration Neil Rodgersfrom the group chic and also author of the hit “Get Lucky”from Daft Punk.
Listen to the song below:
Source: Rollingstone
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