Radiohead

[Pumpy Tudors]

Originally Posted by rkmsuf

bring back sov?

You could have found a better place to post that one!

[Ksyrup]

Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

Just damn.

I wonder what they think of this:

hxxp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIBEZYQAPEE&mode=related&search=

I've probably been hanging around a particular indie message board too much. Some of their opinions and discussions are laughable, and I probably attribute their seriousness to the artists more than the artists deserve credit/blame for. OTOH, I've read some things from Yorke that make me shake/scratch my head, so the truth lies somewhere in between, I suppose.

[Groundhog]

Originally Posted by Narcizo

I mean the end of Paranoid Android has been ripped bleedingly out of Topographic Oceans.

As someone who has hear Topographic Oceans far too many times, I disagree. Paranoid Android is easily Radiohead's "proggiest" song on OK Computer, but I see very few comparisons between that song and any of the 4 epic's on Topographic Oceans.

[Pyser]

i just dont get the kid a haters. i love that album. its my "work" album. just put it on repeat and work all night with it playing.

the bends, on the other hand, i havent listened to in years, and i think is actually fairly dated.

[cartman]

Originally Posted by cartman

For you Radiohead that haven't seen this before. I'm updating my website, and I came across a pretty cool Flash animation I found somewhere along the line that was done to an acoustic version of Creep. Enjoy!

http://www.thegreatcornholio.com/Creep.htm

Must be some deep linking to this one. I still get about 100 hits per week to this off of my website. It is a pretty awesome acoustic version.

[Pyser]

i missed that cartoon somehow the fist time around.

its awesome.

now stop ruining my thread kills!

[JetsIn06]

I just tried this Kid 17 thing using an audio program I have to get it exact. It's one of the coolest things I've ever heard. Idioteque is pretty damn perfect. I have no idea how the band pulles this off.

[JetsIn06]

dola

if you seperate the tracks so one plays in your left ear and one in your right in headphones...it makes it sound tewnty time better

[Pyser]

Radiohead's new record, The King Of Limbs, is presented here as the world's first* Newspaper Album, comprising:

-Two clear 10" vinyl records in a purpose-built record sleeve.
-A compact disc.
-Many large sheets of artwork, 625 tiny pieces of artwork and a full-colour piece of oxo-degradeable plastic to hold it all together.
-The Newspaper Album comes with a digital download that is compatible with all good digital media players.
-The Newspaper Album will be shipped on Monday 9th May 2011 you can, however, enjoy the download on Saturday 19th February 2011.
-Shipping is included in the prices shown.
-One lucky owner of the digital version of The King Of Limbs, purchased from this website, will receive a signed 2 track 12" vinyl.

Prices for The King of Limbs are $48.00 for the Newspaper Album + MP3, $53.00 for the Newspaper Album + WAV. Click below to be one of the first people to preorder Radiohead's new album, The King of Limbs to receive on Saturday, Feb. 19!

[Pyser]

dola, also a download only version for $9 at the same page.

The King of Limbs : Americas

[cartman]

Originally Posted by cartman

There are only two songs from Radiohead that I really like. One is Creep, and the other is Paranoid Android. Other than those two songs, none of their other stuff ever worked for me.

Amazing how much my view has changed since then. They are definitely a group that needs several listenings to fully appreciate their work.

[GCCSteel]

Originally Posted by cartman

Amazing how much my view has changed since then. They are definitely a group that needs several listenings to fully appreciate their work.

This. When I first heard them circa 2005 I didn't like them at all. I deleted a few songs from my playlist because they annoyed me and I never wanted to listen to them again.

Fast forward to 2008 and they were my favorite band.

I don't listen to them much anymore. I didn't really get In Rainbows and their music makes me feel odd when I listen to it. I would still list them as top 5 favorite band even though I don't listen to them anymore.

[NorvTurnerOverdrive]

on the topic of radiohead intrigue, ok computer and in rainbows form one big album:

Radiohead preceded the release of In Rainbows with nine cryptic messages. They repeatedly emphasized X, the Roman Numeral for ten, in phrases such as “March Wa X”, and “Xendless Xurbia”. The tenth message was posted on October 10 with a photo of the band drinking tea.

There has been a lot of speculation over Radiohead’s emphasis of ten surrounding the release of In Rainbows. One theory suggests that Radiohead was typifying a binary code of ones and zeros, 1010101010. This has come to be known as the Binary Theory, also called the TENspiracy by some.

...

Consider that In Rainbows was meant to complement OK Computer, musically, lyrically, and in structure. We found that the two albums can be knit together beautifully. By combining the tracks to form one playlist, 01 and 10, we have a remarkable listening experience. The transitions between the songs are astounding, and it appears that this was done purposefully.

and one of thom's reps

“The meaning behind all of this is right in front of our faces, we’re just overlooking it. [Thom] has been expecting an article much like this one for a couple of years, as have I. But I’m willing to wager he’ll have fun waiting a few more. On the other hand, it seems to annoy him that no one ‘gets it’ yet, given the mountain of clues.”

link

[Karlifornia]

That's just really, really cool.

[Groundhog]

That OK Computer / In Rainbows thing only works for a couple of tracks, and flatout doesn't work at all for a few others. I don't buy it.

[Groundhog]

dola

Psyched for a new Radiohead album though. It took me like 2 years to appreciate In Rainbows.

[QuikSand]

Pre-bought, and very ready.

[NorvTurnerOverdrive]

Originally Posted by Groundhog

That OK Computer / In Rainbows thing only works for a couple of tracks, and flatout doesn't work at all for a few others. I don't buy it.

did you set the crossfade to 10 sec? i think it works pretty well. sometimes lyrically more than musically. ie

paranoid android-bodysnatchers-sub homesick alien

and

electioneering-climbing up the walls-house of cards-reckoner

[Groundhog]

Originally Posted by NorvTurnerOverdrive

did you set the crossfade to 10 sec? i think it works pretty well. sometimes lyrically more than musically. ie

paranoid android-bodysnatchers-sub homesick alien

and

electioneering-climbing up the walls-house of cards-reckoner

Yup, set it to 10 seconds crossfade. There was one transition in particular which was awful and clearly not intended, though I can't recall which one off the top of my head.

[Alf]

Pre-ordered the digital download. Frankly, for €7, it's a no-brainer purchase.

[Daimyo]

Sweet, I'm in. Pre-ordering a digital download feels a bit weird though.

[PilotMan]

Got my preorder for the DD in this morning. Excited!

[cthomer5000]

Also ready and waiting.

[Sgran]

I almost had a nervous breakdown while reading the first page of this thread because noone had In Rainbows on their top 5 Radiohead album lists. Then I realized the thread is 5 years old.

Oh.

Well, that must be why. Right? I mean, real Radiohead fans agree that it's their best ever (or at least a tie with OK Computer). Right? RIGHT?!?!?!

[Groundhog]

I'd say:

OK Computer
The Bends (probably for nostalgic reasons)
In Rainbows

[cthomer5000]

Originally Posted by Sgran

real Radiohead fans agree that it's their best ever (or at least a tie with OK Computer). Right? RIGHT?!?!?!

I would say 'real Radiohead fans' (whatever that even means) probably have a pretty varied set of opinions.

I'd still easily put OK Computer tops though.

[Pyser]

OK Computer
Kid A
In Rainbows

[Groundhog]

OK Computer is IMO one of the greatest albums ever made. I doubt Radiohead will ever top it.

[PilotMan]

I would put In Rainbows over OK Computer.

[Butter]

Originally Posted by PilotMan

I would put In Rainbows over OK Computer.

I thought this for a while, but my love for In Rainbows has faded a bit over time, leaving OK Computer still at the top of the heap. In Rainbows is a strong #2 though.

The middle tracks, Weird Fishes/Arpeggi, All I Need, and Faust Arp really bring down what otherwise would have been one of the best albums of all time. I could listen to 15 Step / Bodysnatchers on a loop all day and not get tired of it.

[cody8200]

Super excited about the new album. Got my pre-order in yesterday. For what its worth, here's my order of preference.

OK Computer
In Rainbows
Hail to the Thief
The Bends
Pablo Honey
Kid A
Amnesiac

That all being said, the lowest rated album on my list (Amnesiac) is still more enjoyable to me than most other band's top 1 or 2 albums.

[PilotMan]

I went through the catalog and tried to come up with an order of how they rate, but I find it wholly unsatisfying. Each album has a feel that is nearly incomparable to another.

The first two are close, but the Bends differs enough from Pablo Honey, that they are both good enough to stand on their own as solid albums.

Then there is OK Computer, which is in a league by itself. When this came out I was not a fan, but I have come to appreciate it so much more over time. It really has no weak songs on it, and brings a blend of what you find on the Bends, with an idea of what is to come.

Kid A and Amnesiac are similar, and I know that to others they are the weakest links, but Kid A especially, has been one of my all time favorites. Amnesiac is the weakest link, but it ties together as a big B side to Kid A's greatness.

Hail To the Thief was a return from the 'lost ways' of Kid A and a welcomed piece. It isn't as strong as some others, but I think that many fans were just happy that they didn't digress from Amnesiac.

That leads me to In Rainbows, which is a brilliant piece that easily carries the burden of the best that they have done. It's a great to have this quality after this many years. So much that the belief is that the next album that they do very well could top it.

If I was forced to decide it might look something like this:

In Rainbows
Ok Computer
The Bends
Kid A
Pablo Honey
Hail to the Thief
Amnesiac

[PilotMan]

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[QuikSand]

Radiohead – The King of Limbs: First review | Music | guardian.co.uk

[Alf]

Thanks QuikSand

[Sgran]

Kid B?

[Young Drachma]

Not in love with it so far at all. I'll need more time with it, though.

[Groundhog]

Listening right now, not in love with track 1.

[cthomer5000]

The first half of the album has reminded me of Stereolab albums I was listening to almost 15 years ago.

The second half sounds more like In Rainbows to me.

Not in love so far.

[dawgfan]

I'm liking it, but I'm a little bummed they are charging $14 for roughly 37 minutes of new music.

[cthomer5000]

Originally Posted by dawgfan

I'm liking it, but I'm a little bummed they are charging $14 for roughly 37 minutes of new music.

I never understand people's preoccupation with length. Good books and films are well edited, it shouldn't be different with albums.

Almost no album ever should be over 45 minutes. 35-45 is the exact sweet spot IMHO.

[dawgfan]

Originally Posted by cthomer5000

I never understand people's preoccupation with length. Good books and films are well edited, it shouldn't be different with albums.

Almost no album ever should be over 45 minutes. 35-45 is the exact sweet spot IMHO.

I disagree both in specific and in general. I've heard a number of records that were 50+ minutes in length that didn't feel too long, or stuffed with filler.

And in this particular case, I guess I'm quibbling with the pricing - singles are generally 2-3 songs and have one range of price; EP's are a little longer, and a little more; 1-disc records are longer still, usually 45+ minutes and even more money; and 2-disc records are quite long and even more money.

The amount of money Radiohead is charging for this release is about what you'd pay for a normal 1-disc record, but the amount of music is less. Now, you can certainly argue that the quality of their music is such that they could command more money than other artists, but they'd be forging new ground in that respect - commercial arts have fairly well establish pricing schemes, and paying more for higher quality commercial art is not a common business practice.

[Groundhog]

3 complete listens and I'm really not digging this. Very disappointed. Will give it probably many more attempts over the next 12 months, but there isn't a single track that has jumped out at me so far.

[QuikSand]

Growing on me a bit on listen #4

[Butter]

It is growing on me too, but it is too easy to blend into the background of what I am doing so far. Not much has jumped out at me, besides Bloom and Lotus Flower.

[PilotMan]

I have to admit, on the first very fast listen, there were a lot of elements that I didn't like. The songs didn't distinguish themselves very much. I am now on my second full listen, and there are certainly strong points in the album. I still think that one the whole it's not one of their better albums, but I don't hate it, and it will fit in nicely in shuffle mode.

[DrAFTjunkie]

1- OK Computer
2- (tie) Everything else

I celebrate their entire catalog (nooge) but OK Computer is one of the best albums ever made, imo. There are few other albums I can think of that are as close to flawless as that one.

[DrAFTjunkie]

Check that

1- The Bends
2- OK Computer
3- (tie) Everything but Pablo Honey
4- Pablo Honey

It's tight between 1 and 2, but I think The Bends might be a stronger record. It certainly has more "fuck yeah!" moments.

[cody8200]

The King of Limbs

I'm a huge Radiohead fan. I've been to 4 of their concerts. Bought every CD since OK Computer on launch day. I listened to The King of Limbs and I have to say I am a bit disappointed. Even after listening to it for the last week, it hasn't grown on me as much as I had hoped. Their last 2 albums (HTTT and In Rainbows) were both great and In Rainbows in particular really added to Radiohead's legacy as amazing musicians. I don't think this album does. I would go as far as to say this is their worst album.

All of that being said, it is not without some must listen to tracks. Codex is simply beautiful but it feels like it ends a little too abruptly. I feel like this one could have been better served with more time given to the ending like the much loved song, Videotape from In Rainbows. Little by Little is a typical RH song. Minimalistic, but one that grows on you the more times you hear it.

Give up the Ghost is so mellow it can put you to sleep if it wasn't for the continuous base drum that continues throughout. This is another one that is not too far outside of the realm of what the band has done before. Thom's voice is used to good effect and the backing vocals work perfectly.

Lotus Flower sounds like a mix between one of the Hail to the Thief falsetto based tracks and In Rainbows beat driven songs. A good mix for most Radiohead fans and this one will likely be an album favorite for many fans.

Morning Mr. Mapgpie has ongoing fast faced guitar parts thrown in throughout and builds as the song goes along. This one took me a few listens to really enjoy but has grown on me over the last week.

The tracks I can live without include Bloom which is just a constant odd tempo drum beat with some reaching reverberated vocals on top. Feral never seems to go anywhere despite its strong beginning. This track is particular leaves me more disappointed than the others as the beginning sounds like its building to a fevered pitch that only Radiohead can do, yet it leaves me wanting more. The final track of the album, Separator, is drum and bass driven and the vocals are sparse and underwhelming. That being said, this is one of those tracks that still could grow on me.

In summary, this album has taken a lot more work to enjoy than either HTTT or In Rainbows, both of which immediately punched me in the gut with their goodness. Even if this album is my least favorite of all of RH's, it still ranks easily above many of my other favorite artists'. My $.02

[Sgran]

Originally Posted by DrAFTjunkie

Check that

1- The Bends
2- OK Computer
3- (tie) Everything but Pablo Honey
4- Pablo Honey

It's tight between 1 and 2, but I think The Bends might be a stronger record. It certainly has more "fuck yeah!" moments.

The Bends is a strange album to talk about if you're a Radiohead fan because it's that proverbial "accessible" album, which means if you're a FAN then you're supposed to discredit it as "radio bullshit," and then rant about how Kid A is the greatest thing since the Beatles decided to stop touring.

The problem is that there may not be a better pop album ever made. The hits on the album just keep coming, including a hit song that they didn't even want to put on the album and refuse to play in concert (High and Dry) and then it ends with Street Spirit, which makes you want to take a 10 second break and then start the CD over.

It was almost like they said "okay, we're going to make one MONSTER album, and then from this day forward nothing we do is going to fit the standard radio format."