Radiohead
English experimental rock band renowned for artistic evolution and critical acclaim.
Formed in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England. Original members: Thom Yorke (vocals), Jonny Greenwood (guitar), Ed O'Brien (guitar), Colin Greenwood (bass), Philip Selway (drums). Pioneered alternative rock with albums like 'The Bends' (1995), revolutionized music with 'OK Computer' (1997), and embraced electronic experimentation in 'Kid A' (2000).
- Originally named 'On a Friday' during school years, changed name to Radiohead after signing with EMI in 1991.
- Singer Thom Yorke suffers from partial paralysis in his left eyelid since childhood, affecting stage presence.
- 'Creep' (1992) was nearly excluded from their debut album; its global success initially typecast the band as one-hit wonders.
- After 'Kid A' abandoned conventional rock structures, some fans sent hate mail, yet it won a Grammy for Best Alternative Album.
- Innovated music distribution by releasing 'In Rainbows' (2007) as a 'pay-what-you-want' digital download, disrupting industry norms.
