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HJR 632

Memorials, Recognition - Coldplay -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Caleb Hemmer

Tennessee honors Coldplay with ceremonial recognition of musical influence and philanthropy, invites them to Nashville, with no new laws or funding.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 632

Summary of Tennessee House Joint Resolution 632 (HJR 632)

Purpose and Intent

HJR 632 is a memorial/recognition joint resolution that honors Coldplay for its musical innovation, cultural impact, and philanthropic work. It expresses appreciation for the band’s contributions to music and society and welcomes the group to Tennessee, noting an upcoming Nashville concert.

Key Provisions

  • Recognition: The Tennessee General Assembly acknowledges Coldplay as one of the most influential and pioneering acts in modern popular music, highlighting their global impact, live performances, and cultural influence.
  • Achievements Highlighted:
    • Album success and Grammy recognition: Parachutes (Best Alternative Music Album) and A Rush of Blood to the Head (Best Alternative Music Album); X&Y shortlisted for Best Rock Album; Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends won Best Rock Album.
    • musical versatility and genres: incorporation of electronica, R&B, ambient, disco, funk, gospel, blues, and progressive rock.
    • Commercial milestones: over 100 million albums sold; first group in Spotify history to reach 90 million monthly listeners; two of the highest-grossing and most-attended tours.
  • Philanthropy: Coldplay donates 10% of profits to charity and has funded more than 30 organizations; their foundation donated more than £2.1 million to environmental causes in 2021.
  • Invitation and Event:
    • Announces an upcoming Nashville concert on July 22, 2025, at Nissan Stadium.
    • Expresses welcome to Coldplay (“Music City” and the Volunteer State).
  • Formal Language: Provides for the preparation of an appropriate copy of the resolution with specified formatting provisions.

Beneficiaries and Affected Parties

  • Primary honorees: Band members Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, Will Champion, and Phil Harvey.
  • Broader beneficiaries: Coldplay’s fans, the music community, and charitable/environmental organizations supported by the band.
  • Tennessee audience: Residents and visitors (cultural and tourism interest) in Nashville and the state.

Procedural and Timeline Context

  • Status: Signed by the Governor (final step in the legislative process).
  • Key dates:
    • Introduced: April 9, 2025
    • House actions: sponsor added April 17; concurring/engrossment and passage mid-April
    • Senate actions: signed by Senate Speaker and enrolled in mid-late April
    • Transmitted to Governor: April 24, 2025
    • Enacted/Effective: Governor signed on April 29, 2025
  • Nature of measure: Joint resolution (ceremonial recognition with no new law or appropriation).

Practical Impact

  • Ceremonial status only; no new legal obligations or appropriations.
  • Serves as official acknowledgment by the state and a public invitation/recognition framework for Coldplay’s contributions and Tennessee engagement, including the Nashville concert.

Notable Context

  • The bill text frames Coldplay as a transformative cultural force and highlights their charitable contributions and environmental philanthropy.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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