Radiohead

Radiohead
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Name	Radiohead
Origin	Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England
Genre	Alternative rock, Electronic music, Experimental rock
Label	Parlophone, Capitol Records, XL Recordings

Radiohead is a highly acclaimed and influential English rock band from Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England, known for their unique and experimental sound, which has been compared to Pink Floyd, The Smiths, and Talking Heads. Formed in 1985, the band consists of Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Ed O'Brien, Colin Greenwood, and Philip Selway, and has been associated with Michael Stipe of R.E.M. and Bjork. With their critically acclaimed albums, such as OK Computer and Kid A, they have been praised by David Bowie, Brian Eno, and Iggy Pop.

History

The band's history began in the mid-1980s, when the members met while attending Abingdon School in Oxfordshire, England. They were influenced by The Cure, Joy Division, and Siouxsie and the Banshees, and started performing live in the late 1980s, opening for bands like Suede and Supergrass. In the early 1990s, they signed with Parlophone and released their debut album, Pablo Honey, which included the hit single Creep, a song that has been covered by Prince, The Pretenders, and Foo Fighters. The album was produced by Sean Slade and Paul Q. Kolderie, who also worked with Hole and Dinosaur Jr.. The band's early sound was compared to Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Soundgarden, and they were often mentioned alongside Oasis and Blur in the Britpop movement.

Music style and influences

Radiohead's music style is a unique blend of Alternative rock, Electronic music, and Experimental rock, with influences from Kraftwerk, Brian Eno, and Talking Heads. They have been praised for their innovative use of Electronic music and Avant-garde music elements, which has been compared to the work of Aphex Twin, Autechre, and Squarepusher. The band's sound has also been influenced by Classical music, with Jonny Greenwood often incorporating Orchestral elements into their music, similar to The Beatles and Pink Floyd. They have cited The Smiths, The Cure, and Joy Division as major influences, and have been compared to Muse, Coldplay, and Snow Patrol.

Band members

The band consists of Thom Yorke (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Jonny Greenwood (lead guitar, keyboards, synthesizers), Ed O'Brien (guitar, backing vocals), Colin Greenwood (bass guitar), and Philip Selway (drums, percussion). The band members have also worked on solo projects, with Thom Yorke releasing solo albums like The Eraser and Tomorrow's Modern Boxes, and Jonny Greenwood scoring music for films like There Will Be Blood and The Master, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The band has also collaborated with other artists, such as Bjork, Michael Stipe, and Flea of Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Discography

Radiohead's discography includes nine studio albums: Pablo Honey (1993), The Bends (1995), OK Computer (1997), Kid A (2000), Amnesiac (2001), Hail to the Thief (2003), In Rainbows (2007), The King of Limbs (2011), and A Moon Shaped Pool (2016). They have also released several EPs, singles, and compilations, including My Iron Lung and COM LAG (2plus2isfive) and have been featured on soundtracks for films like The Twilight Saga and The Social Network, directed by David Fincher. The band's albums have been produced by Nigel Godrich, Sean Slade, and Paul Q. Kolderie, and have been praised by critics from Rolling Stone, NME, and The New York Times.

Tours and live performances

Radiohead has toured extensively throughout their career, with notable tours including the OK Computer Tour and the In Rainbows Tour. They have performed at numerous music festivals, such as Glastonbury Festival, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, and Lollapalooza, and have shared the stage with bands like Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age, and Arcade Fire. The band's live performances have been praised for their energy and visual effects, which have been designed by Andi Watson and Dilly Gent. They have also been known for their innovative use of Lighting and Visual effects in their live shows, similar to U2 and The Rolling Stones.

Awards and legacy

Radiohead has won numerous awards, including three Grammy Awards and four Mercury Prize nominations. They have been named one of the greatest bands of all time by Rolling Stone, NME, and The Guardian, and have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The band's influence can be heard in the music of Arctic Monkeys, The Killers, and Imagine Dragons, and they have been praised by artists like David Bowie, Brian Eno, and Iggy Pop. They have also been recognized for their philanthropic efforts, particularly in the area of Environmentalism and Social justice, and have supported organizations like Amnesty International and Greenpeace. Category:English rock music groups