Radiohead

Radiohead is a British rock band formed in 1985 in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. The band’s lineup consists of Thom Yorke (vocals, guitar, piano), Jonny Greenwood (lead guitar, keyboards, other instruments), Ed O’Brien (guitar, backing vocals), Colin Greenwood (bass), and Philip Selway (drums). Known for their innovation and experimental approach to music, Radiohead has continually redefined their sound across different albums, blending alternative rock, electronic, and art rock influences.

Key Albums

1. Pablo Honey (1993)
   Features the breakout single “Creep.”
2. The Bends (1995)
   Marked their evolution towards a more complex sound, with tracks like “Fake Plastic Trees” and “Street Spirit (Fade Out).”
3. OK Computer (1997)
   Widely considered a landmark album, addressing themes of alienation and modern technology with hits like “Paranoid Android” and “Karma Police.”
4. Kid A (2000)
   A bold shift into experimental electronic music, featuring tracks like “Everything in Its Right Place” and “Idioteque.”
5. Amnesiac (2001)
   Recorded during the same sessions as Kid A, it further explores experimental sounds.
6. In Rainbows (2007)
   Released with a pay-what-you-want model, featuring “Nude” and “Reckoner.”
7. A Moon Shaped Pool (2016)
   Known for its lush arrangements, including “Burn the Witch” and “True Love Waits.”

Impact

Radiohead has been a critical and commercial success, influencing countless artists and earning numerous awards, including Grammys. They are often celebrated for their willingness to take risks, pushing the boundaries of what rock music can be.

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