British band Coldplay have announced plans to re-release their entire back catalogue on EcoRecords, a sustainable alternative to traditional vinyl that is made from 100% recycled PET plastic.
Each 140-gram LP will be made from post-consumer recycled bottles, with each record using around nine bottles, manufactured using injection-moulding technology that reduces carbon emissions by 85% compared to conventional vinyl production.
Circular economy thinking
According to Warner Music Group, each EcoRecord ‘sounds and looks as great as a traditional vinyl record’, but is developed with the circular economy in mind.
“We are incredibly proud to partner with artists such as Coldplay who share our commitment to a more sustainable future for music,” commented Jen Ivory, managing director, Parlophone.
“The shift to EcoRecord LP for their releases is a testament to what’s possible when innovation meets intention. It’s not just about a new product; it’s about pioneering manufacturing that significantly reduces environmental impact, providing fans with the same high-quality audio experience while setting a new standard for physical music production.”
EcoRecords can be produced using either virgin PET or rPET – Coldplay has chosen to use only rPET for all their EcoRecord products.
Album re-releases
Albums set for re-release from 15 August include Parachutes, A Rush of Blood to the Head, X&Y, Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends, Mylo Xyloto, Ghost Stories, A Head Full Of Dreams, Everyday Life and Music Of The Spheres.
The band’s tenth studio album, Moon Music, was previously released on 100% recycled PET EcoRecords, the first album to use the format. Coldplay is among the frontrunners in seeking to make the music industry more sustainable, including cutting the carbon footprint of their Music Of The Spheres World Tour by 59% to date.
Warner Music Group added that EcoRecords ‘significantly contribute to reduced shipping emissions and end-of-life environmental impact’. Read more here.
