Radiohead - The King of Limbs

It's so funny to think that not even a week ago, the prospect of a new Radiohead album was an abstract and ambiguous one. And here we are, with the new album in hand. I mean, we all know why they did it: to discourage the album from leaking before the appropriate date. I think that it also had perhaps an unforeseen side-effect: it caused so much hype that everyone has been on pins and needles in anticipation of the release.

Now before I go any further, I want to make it known that I am one of those Radiohead fans that loved In Rainbows. The band themselves have gone on record as saying that they hate that record, and I personally know people who didn't enjoy it. I did. I was not, however, expecting a repeat of that sound with this new record. It's hard to guess what a band that has been around for over 20 years, and whom have experimented and changed their sound with nearly every record released will do next. Somehow, though, they have managed to remain relevant and innovative even after all of these years; a feat that few others have accomplished.

The King of Limbs is exactly what you expect it to be: amazing. Drawing upon the droning and electronic tinged sound of Ok Computer and the lush, yet understated orchestral works reminiscent of Hail To The Thief, TKoL is a great addition to an already stunning discography.

Tracklisting:
1. Bloom
2. Morning Mr. Magpie
3. Little By Little
4. Feral
5. Lotus Flower
6. Codex
7. Give Up The Ghost
8. Separator

Radiohead - In Rainbows

What can I possibly say about Radiohead that could do them an ounce of justice? Could I talk about how they have not only been a ground-breaking and experimental band that has been changing the face of music for nearly 20 years, influencing countless bands along the way? Could I say that they have shown an amount of longevity that is nearly unseen in our day and age, in a time of "flavors of the week"? Or could I sing their praises for offering this newest album for free online, embracing the changing face of the music industry?

Maybe just all of the above.

Radiohead is the band that your older brother liked when they were cool the first time around, the band that your stoner friend praised during their OK Computer and Amnesiac days, and the band who have found an all new success with an all new generation. They have been doing what they are doing for a very long time, and are showing no signs of slowing down.

Tracklisting:
1. 15 Step
2. Bodysnatchers
3. Nude
4. Weird Fishes/Arpeggi
5. All I Need
6. Faust Arp
7. Reckoner
8. House of Cards
9. Jigsaw Falling Into Place
10. Videotape

Highlight Tracks: "15 Step", "Bodysnatchers", "Reckoner"