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Radiohead, formed in 1985, is back after a seven-year break, with members reflecting on their long career, personal struggles, and political controversies, while preparing for a new tour and contemplating future projects.
The Smile, a spinoff of Radiohead consisting of Jonny Greenwood, Tom Skinner, and Thom Yorke, has released its second studio album, "Wall of Eyes," which pushes further away from pop music. The album features elusive and complex compositions, with fragmentary and bleak lyrics delivered by Yorke's tormented voice. The band questions and undermines its grooves, allowing the music to emerge gradually before deflating or obscuring it in hazy productions. The album prioritizes atmosphere over legibility, with music that feels molten and improvisatory yet clearly premeditated, resembling film soundtracks in its amorphous and open-ended nature.
The Smile's latest album 'Wall of Eyes' showcases their inventive and masterful approach to rock music, with a sound that is both expansive and restrained. The album features a skittish marriage of wonky electronics and rock ragers, with standout tracks like 'Bending Heretic' demonstrating the trio's ability to leave space for each other while also stepping into it. The album's breadth of material suggests a departure from comparisons to their Radiohead catalogue, positioning The Smile as a force to be reckoned with in their own right.
The Smile, consisting of Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, and Tom Skinner, made a surprise appearance at a screening event in London, discussing their new album 'Wall Of Eyes', working with director Paul Thomas Anderson, and their creative process at Abbey Road Studios. They dismissed The Beatles' influence, shared advice for struggling creatives, and revealed details about their album's hidden track and future releases. Yorke also discussed his lyrical approach, the band's chemistry, and their visual and musical influences. 'Wall Of Eyes' is set to release on January 26, with a tour planned for 2024.