The Song “Fix You,” one of Coldplay’s greatest hits, inspired Jason Regler to develop an LED wristband that stole the show in rock in rio yesterday.
Jason, a fan of the British band, had the idea to create the xyloband, as the accessory is known, in 2005, when Coldplay participated in the Glastonbury Festival.
I remember having some bad days and seeing them sing “Fix You”. There was a sense of convergence, as stated in the phrase “the lights will guide you home.” From here the idea came. Jason Rigler.
Created specifically for Coldplay, the xyloband has been a part of the band’s shows for over 10 years, since the Mylo Xyloto tour, and has always been a topic among fans.
But, after all, how does xyloband work?
Basically, it’s a radio frequency wristband with a receiver that receives data. This data “dictates” when and how to flash.
The accessory is controlled via infrared via water-resistant transmitters that are scattered throughout and can operate from a distance of more than 300 metres.
During band concerts, the bracelet lights up, flashes, and changes color. They are all programmed and played to the beat of the songs. So it only works during rendering.
However, Jason Rigler already told in an interview published on the Coldplay website that a lady went to the band’s concert, took her xyloband home – which was close to the event – and saw her bracelet working again.
Is it a return bracelet or not?
Xyloband has undergone reformulation and is becoming increasingly sustainable. The bracelet is made of plant-based compostable plastic, which is part of Coldplay’s environmentally friendly measures.
And therefore, Chris Martin recommends bringing it back right after the show. In Rock in Rio, the item return request has been enhanced upon event exit and on the bracelet itself.
