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Will Champion’s drumming is iconic for its restraint. The stems show very little cymbal usage in the first half, relying on a tight snare and kick, which then opens up into a large, reverbed arena sound during the second half. 3. The Guitars: Atmospheric Textures

The song begins with a stark, isolated . This multitrack layer is the song’s heartbeat; it was reportedly recorded on a church organ that Chris Martin ’s father-in-law gave him, as noted in the Wikipedia entry for Fix You . coldplay fix you multitrack

See how the multiple drum mics (overhead, kick, snare) interact without cancelling each other out. Emotional Resonance Through Tech Will Champion’s drumming is iconic for its restraint