Performed at In the City

As Martin complained about the “vice-like grip” one of the Camden promoters had on the band, Harvey suggested they book their own concert at Dingwalls ; there, they sold 50 copies of Safety . The event is generally considered when Harvey officially became Coldplay’s manager, and he eventually dropped out of his course at Trinity College, Oxford , to dedicate himself to the role. More concerts were scheduled for the summer. Martin tried to invite Tim Rice-Oxley to play keyboard for the band, but this was vetoed by the other band members. In September 1998, Coldplay performed at Manchester’s In the City showcase, where they were discovered by A&R scout Debs Wild. Safety was followed by a cassette demo with “Ode to Deodorant” and ” Brothers & Sisters “.