Washington, Mar 25 : Coldplay frontman Chris Martin is struggling to get tickets for Michael Jackson''s London gigs.

The rocker - who is married to Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow - is a massive fan of the `Thriller' hitmaker.

However, Martin has been left disappointed that he can''t get a pass to go and watch his hero perform at the British capital''s O2 Arena.

Washington, Mar 24 : Coldplay front-man Chris Martin is one son to be proud of, for he fulfilled his father's lifelong dream-by introducing him to `Grease' star Olivia Newton-John.

It was when the Yellow hitmaker''s dad Anthony joined the band on their recent tour in Australia hoping to see Newton-John.

And Martin grabbed the opportunity to make his dad''s dream come true by fixing a meeting between the pair.

Hamilton (New Zealand), Mar. 20 : New Zealand fast bowler Chris Martin is of the view that except for Indian opener Virender Sehwag, most batters respect a decent ball when it is delivered to them.

"Bowling to the likes of Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar was not as daunting. Most of the players will respect a decent ball apart from Sehwag," a smiling Martin said.

Martin, who has played 46 Tests for New Zealand, is featuring in his first series against India.

Washington, Mar 06 : `Coldplay' singer Chris Martin, who a worldwide fan following, has revealed that it is actually his father Anthony who is the real rock star, as he fully "embraces the rock star lifestyle".

Martin revealed that although he has never been inclined to wild partying and boozy nights, his father loves wild parties associated with most rockers.

He said that his father Anthony, who has joined the band on tour in Australia, behaves like a typical rocker and keeps everybody on his or her toes.

Melbourne, March 4 : English singer-songwriter Chris Martin has laughed off U2 frontman Bono's recent slur on his band Coldplay.

During a live UK radio programme last week, Bono called Martin a "w--ker,'''' a "completely dysfunctional character'''' and a "cretin'''', as well as a "great melodist".

"I always thought he felt that way,'''' the Daily Telegraph quoted Martin as jokingly saying.

"I think it''s great that we''re arch enemies. That''s a joke too,'''' he added.

Washington, Feb 11 : Coldplay frontman Chris Martin has laughed off reports suggesting that his five-year marriage is on the rocks.

The 31-year-old singer has advised his fans to take media reports about him with a pinch of salt - insisting most of the stories are made up.

He has also shot down reports that his British band will split within the next two years.

Martin claims that none of the reports are true.