British rock band formed in London in 1998. Its lineup has never changed and since its inception it includes vocalist, rhythm guitarist and keyboardist Chris Martin, lead guitarist Johnny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, and drummer Will Champion. Also included is creative director Phil Harvey. Coldplay's style is commonly divided into two eras: the alternative rock and post-Britpop era and the pop rock and pop era. The band is known for its sudden and erratic changes in sound and atypical pop behavior for rock musicians