
Radiohead Guitarist's Melancholy Solo Performance
A report on a somber solo performance by a Radiohead guitarist, featuring ambient compositions.
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A report on a somber solo performance by a Radiohead guitarist, featuring ambient compositions.

Radiohead guitarist Ed O’Brien opened up about conquering his "dark night of the soul" through meditation and nature, how it shaped his new solo album 'Blue Morpho,' and his renewed confidence within Radiohead.

Radiohead guitarist Ed O'Brien's new solo album features Estonian composer Tõnu Kõrvits, highlighting an international musical collaboration.

The Ivor Novello Awards honored human creativity in songwriting, with Harry Styles celebrating Radiohead, Rosalia, and Lola Young among the big winners, while multiple artists used the platform to criticize artificial intelligence.

Radiohead guitarist Ed O'Brien spoke candidly about his experiences with depression, his healing process in the Welsh countryside, and the band's upcoming 2027 world tour. He is entering a new creative era after nearly four decades with the band.

Sombr was joined by Billy Idol on stage at Coachella for a performance of 'Eyes Without A Face,' also covering Radiohead's 'Fake Plastic Trees' during his set.

Radiohead is set to premiere a 75-minute large-format audiovisual experience titled ‘Motion Picture House – KID A MNESIA,’ assembled from artwork by Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood, before embarking on a tour.
Recent science books explore various topics, including the presence of prime numbers in Radiohead's music and other intriguing scientific insights.

Radiohead bandmate Ed O’Brien has confirmed that Thom Yorke has a new solo album coming soon, following O'Brien's own announcement of his new solo album 'Blue Morpho'.

Radiohead are gearing up to play 20 shows per year on different continents in the coming years, guitarist Ed O’Brien told Rolling Stone in an interview published late Monday, with the group’s 20 European shows last year apparently being the first in the plan. “It’s definitely happening,” O’Brien said, at the end of an interview […]
The celebrated guitarist reveals the heavy emotional work that went into his new Blue Morpho, and gives an update on his main band's touring plans

The Featured Artist Coalition tell NME about how and why artists should apply to the UKAT fund, with money supplied via the LIVE Trust from the likes of Sam Fender, Radiohead and Katy Perry donating…

The first “War Child,” a British-all-star charity album featuring rare tracks from such then-rising-ish stars as Oasis, Radiohead, Blur, Portishead and Massive Attack as well as Sinead O’Connor,…

Satirist Toby Morton launched a petition questioning why Barron Trump is not being drafted, while artists like Radiohead and Kesha protest the Trump administration's use of their music.

Radiohead demands ICE remove pro-Trump video featuring their song "Let Down" that commemorates victims of alleged illegal immigrant violence, calling agency officials "amateurs."


The band condemned the Trump administration for using the song “Let Down” in a post showing victims of violent crimes that federal officials said had been committed by illegal immigrants.

"Also, go fuck yourselves…” The post Radiohead condemn Department of Homeland Security’s unauthorised use of ‘Let Down’: “You don’t get to appropriate it without a fight” appeared first on NME.
"This song means a lot to us and other people, and you don’t get to appropriate it without a fight," the band said in a new statement

When a dispute arose over orchestral music originally composed for “The Phantom Thread” appearing in the new Melania Trump documentary, “Melania,” aficionados of music, film and politics all stood to pay attention. The subject of licensing music rights is fascinating and thorny enough in its own right. Add to that a member of Radiohead, Jonny […]

Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood expresses his belief that 'music and art should be above and beyond political concerns,' citing his collaborative album with musicians from various Middle Eastern countries.
Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead expresses his surprise at how much the band enjoyed their recent tour.

Radiohead guitarist Ed O'Brien discussed his musical tastes, revealing he no longer listens to indie music, his admiration for George Michael, and his favorite football song, 'Ally’s Tartan Army'.
Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo has uploaded a playlist of 'randum cuverz' to YouTube, featuring his acoustic renditions of songs by artists such as Outkast, Dolly Parton, Whitney Houston, Nirvana, and Radiohead.

Thom Yorke debuted a new song titled 'Space Walk' at the Ivor Novello Awards, where he also delivered a speech criticizing the music industry and advocating for better treatment of artists. He discussed the impact of Nirvana, the Radiohead tour, and his upcoming solo album.

Radiohead guitarist Ed O'Brien has released his second solo album, 'Blue Morpho', which is described as a widescreen prog-folk trip offering mindfulness and a path to healing.

Radiohead guitarist Ed O’Brien has released a new hypnotic single titled 'Incantations' and announced upcoming UK 'In Conversation' events, ahead of his solo album 'Blue Morpho' due May 22.

Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead has named one song from the band's catalog that he wished he could change, acknowledging that doing so might have "killed something beautiful and tender."

Radiohead has announced that their large-scale audiovisual installation, 'Motion Picture House featuring Kid A Mnesia,' will premiere at Coachella before embarking on a wider North American tour to various cities.
An afternoon quiz challenges readers to identify the band that released the hit album 'The Bends' in 1995.

He said that the end of the 2018 tour felt like the end of the band, and added: “I sort of got off on that. I was just like ‘I’m done with it.

Produced by Paul Epworth, the personal record finds the musician "beginning anew", and will also be accompanied by a short film The post Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien announces new solo album ‘Blue Morpho’…

Dates began at London’s Royal Albert Hall, and special guests included ‘Parklife’ icon Phil Daniels, Saffron of Republica and Gary Stringer of Reef The post Watch Alex James deliver orchestral covers…

Ahead of the 'Britpop Classical' tour kicking off, the bassist turned cheese and wine maestro tells NME about his love of The Stone Roses and why Radiohead make him cry The post Alex James on…

Following his instincts, he has become a global dance star — and now, his gut is telling him to get even more ambitious.

The British band said it was furious about the use of its song "Let Down" by the US Department of Homeland Security.

The frontman spoke to NME on the BRITs 2026 red carpet about their new music being "rooted in guitars", attracting new fans, and why Måneskin's Thomas Raggi is the “real deal” The post Serge Pizzorno…
The British band Radiohead tells ICE to "go to hell" and remove a video on social media featuring the song.

Radiohead is the latest band angered at getting played by Donald Trump and his minions.

"You don’t get to appropriate it without a fight," the group said in a statement shared with Billboard.
Radiohead Tells ICE To 'Go F*** Yourselves' After Using Their Song In Video Forbes

Blur bassist Alex James reveals his honest playlist, expressing his love for Britpop rivals Oasis, his emotional connection to Radiohead's 'Creep,' and his surprising take on 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.'

“It was really nice to be playing and listening to Thom again" The post Jonny Greenwood “surprised” Radiohead enjoyed comeback tour so much and talks chances of new material appeared first on NME.
Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood: ‘I’m surprised we all enjoyed the tour so much’ The Times

Guitarist Ed O’Brien revealed to NME that Radiohead has not even talked about making another record, suggesting that the difficult production of their 2016 album 'A Moon Shaped Pool' might be a contributing factor.

The previous year's ESC winner, JJ, has released a solid EP, while Ed O’Brien of Radiohead and Get Well Soon present powerful and melancholic sounds on their new albums.

During his tribute speech to Thom Yorke at the 2026 Ivor Novello Awards, Harry Styles revealed that he lost his virginity to Radiohead's song 'Talk Show Host.' This personal anecdote garnered significant media attention.
Following its debut at Coachella, Radiohead's immersive exhibition, celebrating their 'Kid A' and 'Amnesiac' albums, has opened in New York and is slated to visit Chicago, Mexico City, and San Francisco.

A ranking of Radiohead's studio albums, from 'Pablo Honey' to 'A Moon Shaped Pool,' suggests that 'The Bends' is trending again and is considered their best in 2026, with solo updates also mentioned.

Slipknot fans have reacted to receiving their 'Look Outside Your Window' LP early, ahead of Record Store Day, with some comparing the experimental project to Radiohead and Pink Floyd.

The Great Escape festival has announced an expanded lineup for its 2026 edition, which will also mark the festival's 20th anniversary, adding 100 names including Sassy 009 and Girl In The Year Above, and now includes Radiohead's Ed O’Brien and Nadine Shah as conference speakers to discuss mental health.

Niall Horan discusses his first ten years as a solo artist, sharing insights into how artists like Radiohead and Damien Rice influenced his new album 'Dinner Party' and his hopes for a One Direction song to trend on TikTok.

Prema riječima gitariste Eda Obrajena, bend neće nastupati tokom 2026, ali planira povratak 2027. godine

"No more, no less" The post Radiohead to play “20 shows each year” on a different continent from 2027, reveals Ed O’Brien appeared first on NME.

It follows his arrest while wandering the streets of Los Angeles last August The post Lil Nas X issues statement after court appearance, tips Radiohead busker $100 appeared first on NME.

Black Sabbath, Radiohead, The Cure and Johnny Cash all feature in Guy Ritchie's new series The post Every song on the ‘Young Sherlock’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.

"I had a very clear moment of: 'This is why I get on stage'" The post Harry Styles says watching Radiohead perform in Berlin inspired him to tour again appeared first on NME.

Kesha has joined the coterie of Olivia Rodrigo, the Rolling Stones, Celine Dion, Radiohead, Sabrina Carpenter and Issac Hayes and others who really don’t like Donald Trump and his MAGA gang using…

Radiohead said the song was used without the band's permission
Rock band Radiohead urges US ICE to take down video using its song TradingView

The band didn't mince words: they called on the agency to immediately remove the song from their social media pages.
The comment comes after the immigration enforcement agency used a choral version of the band's song in a recent video connecting immigrants to violent crime.

Radiohead has issued a joint band statement decrying the use of the group’s song “Let Down” in a pro-ICE video, telling the U.S.’s Department of Homeland Security to “go fuck yourselves” for…

All five members of the band Radiohead have been named directors of a new private limited company called Futile Endeavours Limited, leading to speculation about upcoming band activity.
Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood: ‘I’m surprised we all enjoyed the tour so much’ The Times