Coldplay band members Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion and Chris Martin were named Songwriters of the Year and their hit "Viva La Vida" won Song of the Year honors at the 30th annual ASCAP London Awards on Wednesday night.
Universal Music Publishing was named Publisher of the Year for the winning song and other European tracks that had the most U.S. airplay: "Heartless," "Pour Some Sugar On Me" and "Sweet Dreams."
Coldplay sent a video message of thanks, as they said they were recording a new album with Brian Eno.