Coldplay reach settlement with former manager

The band have reportedly agreed to pay a seven-figure sum to Dave Holmes after he sued them following his 2022 dismissal

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Coldplay have reportedly reached a seven-figure settlement with former manager Dave Holmes. Holmes, who worked with the group for more than 20 years prior to being dismissed in 2022, sued the Chris…

Martin-fronted band for breach of contract last year, seeking more than £10 million (€11.7m) in allegedly unpaid commission.

The group said they “vigorously disputed” the allegations and counter-sued for £14m, accusing Holmes of failing to “adequately to supervise and control” the budget for their ongoing Music of The Spheres…

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