Radiohead Revives with a Brutal, Bacchanalian Bash
It's been a decade and more since the British icons have released new material, leaving their devoted fanbase eagerly anticipating their return to the stage. And now, after years of anticipation, Radiohead has finally reunited, delivering a visceral, boundary-pushing performance that left the audience gasping for air.
The band took the stage in a deliberate, almost ritualistic manner, with each member assuming different positions behind a shimmering projection screen. This unconventional setup belied the intensity that was about to unfold. The show opened with "Let Down," a fan favorite from OK Computer, which has gained new traction among younger generations on TikTok.
Thom Yorke's voice soared through the arena as he delivered a mordant, self-deprecating take on his own tendency towards maudlin songwriting. His vocal delivery was accompanied by Jonny Greenwood's curious guitar melody, played in a different time signature to the other instruments, which provided an electrifying foundation for the rhythm section.
The band's mid-career tracks, such as "Bloom" and "Ful Stop," showcased their ability to craft infectious, floor-filling anthems. The elder Greenwood proved once again to be Radiohead's secret weapon, his playing oscillating between loverman soulfulness and brutal intensity.
As the night wore on, Yorke's energy remained palpable, even as he acknowledged the weight of legacy and the pressure to deliver a setlist that would satisfy both old and new fans. While some might quibble about the relative lack of choice picks from albums like A Moon Shaped Pool or The Bends, "Fake Plastic Trees" brought the house down with its explosive, bass-driven climax.
The performance was a testament to Radiohead's enduring power as a live act. Gone were the nervous, high-strung performances of their early days; in their place was an unbridled joy, a sense of relief that they could finally let loose and be themselves on stage. Yorke's enigmatic smile said it all – "gracias" echoed through the arena, a paean to the band's return.
This was not just a concert, but a visceral experience that left the audience breathless and yearning for more. It marked a new chapter in Radiohead's storied career, one that would no doubt be filled with controversy, innovation, and – above all – sonic brutality.
It's been a decade and more since the British icons have released new material, leaving their devoted fanbase eagerly anticipating their return to the stage. And now, after years of anticipation, Radiohead has finally reunited, delivering a visceral, boundary-pushing performance that left the audience gasping for air.
The band took the stage in a deliberate, almost ritualistic manner, with each member assuming different positions behind a shimmering projection screen. This unconventional setup belied the intensity that was about to unfold. The show opened with "Let Down," a fan favorite from OK Computer, which has gained new traction among younger generations on TikTok.
Thom Yorke's voice soared through the arena as he delivered a mordant, self-deprecating take on his own tendency towards maudlin songwriting. His vocal delivery was accompanied by Jonny Greenwood's curious guitar melody, played in a different time signature to the other instruments, which provided an electrifying foundation for the rhythm section.
The band's mid-career tracks, such as "Bloom" and "Ful Stop," showcased their ability to craft infectious, floor-filling anthems. The elder Greenwood proved once again to be Radiohead's secret weapon, his playing oscillating between loverman soulfulness and brutal intensity.
As the night wore on, Yorke's energy remained palpable, even as he acknowledged the weight of legacy and the pressure to deliver a setlist that would satisfy both old and new fans. While some might quibble about the relative lack of choice picks from albums like A Moon Shaped Pool or The Bends, "Fake Plastic Trees" brought the house down with its explosive, bass-driven climax.
The performance was a testament to Radiohead's enduring power as a live act. Gone were the nervous, high-strung performances of their early days; in their place was an unbridled joy, a sense of relief that they could finally let loose and be themselves on stage. Yorke's enigmatic smile said it all – "gracias" echoed through the arena, a paean to the band's return.
This was not just a concert, but a visceral experience that left the audience breathless and yearning for more. It marked a new chapter in Radiohead's storied career, one that would no doubt be filled with controversy, innovation, and – above all – sonic brutality.
Thom Yorke's performance was insane he has so much energy and charisma on stage it's like he's a different person from his interviews which always seem so dry in comparison lol. 
but still, it was great to see older fans singing along to tracks like "Bloom" too.
it's like he's speaking a whole different language up there. i loved how they played all the old classics like "let down" & "fake plastic trees", but also threw in some newer tracks to get the crowd moving 
. anyway, this show was literally LIFE.CHANGING.
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. And can we just talk about how awesome it was to see Thom Yorke's energy? He's still got it, even if he did stumble a bit on stage 
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. thom yorke's vocals were EVERYTHING 
, and jonny greenwood's guitar playing is still giving me life 
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! it added an extra layer of depth to their performance and made it feel like a full-on sensory experience 
. i'm so glad they're back and better than ever 
. this is exactly what i've been waiting for - a reminder that some bands can still bring the house down even after all these years 
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his voice just soared and Jonny Greenwood's guitar riffs were insane 
can't wait for their next show!
anyway i'm so down for a new album from them! and yay for thom yorke's vocals, he's just the best singer ever 