Coldplay have announced that they are releasing a new song next week (December 1).

‘Christmas Lights’ will be available on iTunes from 8pm (GMT) on December 1.

The group explained on their official website – Coldplay.com that the song will be “in the key of G”, before adding that they hoped fans “have a great Christmas and holidays”.

Earlier this week, [url=http://www.nme.com/news/coldplay/53944]Coldplay confirmed they will appear at two festivals next summer, including Rock Am Ring[/url].

Meanwhile, [url=http://www.nme.com/news/coldplay/53783]Chris Martin and co will also play two shows in the UK next month in aid of homelessness charity Crisis[/url].

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