Free Coldplay album? Yes, please!

In light of these economic struggles, on their summer tour Coldplay will be giving away a free live album with every ticket purchase.  The band said, "This album is a thank-you to our fans."

The exclusive album is titled LeftRightLeftRightLeft and includes nine live tracks of songs from all of their previous albums.  Coldplay will also make these tracks available for download during their tour from their official website.  

After announcing this special offer the band said, "Playing live is what we love.  This album is a thank-you to our fans- the people who gives us a reason to do it and the people who make it happen."

Here is a list of bands that are hopping on and off the tour with Coldplay this summer:

• Pete Yorn (May 15-June 4)
• Snow Patrol (June 5-21)
• Amadou & Mariam (July 10-24)
• Elbow (July 25-August 9)
• Howling Bells (May 15-21)
• Kitty Daisy & Lewis (July 25-August 9)

For a complete list of tour dates and locations check this article from MTV News.