This was actually intended to be for the end of Romeo and Juliet and that's a Mellatron from the late 60s, early 70s, it records choir type singing on a type of keyboard (I think) and you just play it. They play all their songs flawlessly and are famous for their disdain of recorded music or instruments in live performances. If they do use something like that they almost always record it live off on the side during the actual performance. It really is amazing watching 5 guys switch instruments and tech all through the show to pull off these intricate songs and yet they usually sound better live. That's why the 2 basement sessions are a must at some point, it's live in the studio with perfect sound and mixing because it's their producer Nigel Godrich's basement studio and he is often called the 6th member of the band. I'm torn between asking you to go back to their previous album which is still amazing but more conventional or to go forward to where they really start to experiment. It's often considered the biggest left turn in rock history.At this point now I wouldn't even call Radiohead a rock band anymore, they use whatever medium serves the song and they don't worry about afterward because they can do whatever they want and it will be successful. The lead singer of Oasis in a fit of jealousy in my opinion, once said that Thom Yorke could shit in a light bulb and everyone including the critics would say it was brilliant. They are one of, if not the most critically acclaimed band since the Beatles and it's not teeny bopper sources it's all the real music lovers and serious critics. They get a lot of good press from Jazz and Classical outlets as well.
My favorite song is really the two song in a row Climbing Up The Walls transitioning into No Surprises is the moment that I love. You have the creepy, intense song then a beautiful lullaby about despair, it's a devastating one, two punch to the gut. It's not sunshine and rainbows for people who like or expect that though.
You'd think by my long fanboy posts that all I listen to is Radiohead but that couldn't be farther from the truth, Iv'e always listened to a lot of different music and I still do. I just have so much respect for them they're fearless and never repeat themselves which is remarkable considering how long they've been around and even though they have 9 albums with 1 live album and a few EPs, they have an extensive catalog of non-album tracks that really shows their experimental side even more while having a shit ton of great songs despite some of the weirdness.
Nice honest reactions to each song. There are so many great Radiohead songs to listen and react to...starting from their second album 'The Bends': another great album, my favourite stand-out tracks from this album are 'Fake Plastic Trees' and 'Street Spirit (Fade Out)' though others will have different favourites. The album Kid A after this (and Amnesiac) is VERY different, they definitely wanted to completely change style and sound. Stand-out tracks from these are "Everything In It's Right Place'; 'The National Anthem' and "How To Disappear Completely' plus "Pyramid Song'. I like the next album 'Hail To The Thief' but not amongst my favourites. The next album "In Rainbows' is a masterpiece!! Highly recommend reacting to this album THEN reacting to their 'In The Basement' live session recordings of the In Rainbows tracks. Im not such a fan of their 'King Of Limbs' album but do LOVE the track 'Codex' from this
Such a dramatic song, it really builds up fast and surprises you
Seen them live 12 times … as great as they are in the studio … almost always better live! Especially exit music!
how did the shows evolve with years?
This was actually intended to be for the end of Romeo and Juliet and that's a Mellatron from the late 60s, early 70s, it records choir type singing on a type of keyboard (I think) and you just play it. They play all their songs flawlessly and are famous for their disdain of recorded music or instruments in live performances. If they do use something like that they almost always record it live off on the side during the actual performance. It really is amazing watching 5 guys switch instruments and tech all through the show to pull off these intricate songs and yet they usually sound better live. That's why the 2 basement sessions are a must at some point, it's live in the studio with perfect sound and mixing because it's their producer Nigel Godrich's basement studio and he is often called the 6th member of the band. I'm torn between asking you to go back to their previous album which is still amazing but more conventional or to go forward to where they really start to experiment. It's often considered the biggest left turn in rock history.At this point now I wouldn't even call Radiohead a rock band anymore, they use whatever medium serves the song and they don't worry about afterward because they can do whatever they want and it will be successful. The lead singer of Oasis in a fit of jealousy in my opinion, once said that Thom Yorke could shit in a light bulb and everyone including the critics would say it was brilliant. They are one of, if not the most critically acclaimed band since the Beatles and it's not teeny bopper sources it's all the real music lovers and serious critics. They get a lot of good press from Jazz and Classical outlets as well.
I'll probably do A Kid next and then go back. but we'll see :)
My favorite song is really the two song in a row Climbing Up The Walls transitioning into No Surprises is the moment that I love. You have the creepy, intense song then a beautiful lullaby about despair, it's a devastating one, two punch to the gut. It's not sunshine and rainbows for people who like or expect that though.
You'd think by my long fanboy posts that all I listen to is Radiohead but that couldn't be farther from the truth, Iv'e always listened to a lot of different music and I still do. I just have so much respect for them they're fearless and never repeat themselves which is remarkable considering how long they've been around and even though they have 9 albums with 1 live album and a few EPs, they have an extensive catalog of non-album tracks that really shows their experimental side even more while having a shit ton of great songs despite some of the weirdness.
what are your favorite bands/albums?
Nice honest reactions to each song. There are so many great Radiohead songs to listen and react to...starting from their second album 'The Bends': another great album, my favourite stand-out tracks from this album are 'Fake Plastic Trees' and 'Street Spirit (Fade Out)' though others will have different favourites. The album Kid A after this (and Amnesiac) is VERY different, they definitely wanted to completely change style and sound. Stand-out tracks from these are "Everything In It's Right Place'; 'The National Anthem' and "How To Disappear Completely' plus "Pyramid Song'. I like the next album 'Hail To The Thief' but not amongst my favourites. The next album "In Rainbows' is a masterpiece!! Highly recommend reacting to this album THEN reacting to their 'In The Basement' live session recordings of the In Rainbows tracks. Im not such a fan of their 'King Of Limbs' album but do LOVE the track 'Codex' from this
thanks brian! I am very curious if I will like other albums
The King Of Limbs from the basement is awesome and in my opinion far superior to the studio album.