Tag

Thom Yorke

All articles tagged with #thom yorke

music13 hours ago

Flea Unveils Debut Solo LP Honora, Yorke-Fronted Traffic Lights and Tour

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has announced his debut solo album, Honora, due March 27 on Nonesuch, featuring six originals and several covers with jazz/trumpet influences. Thom Yorke sings on the track Traffic Lights, and Flea will tour with the Honora Band in May, including a Webster Hall NYC show, with additional dates across the US and Europe and collaborators like Nick Cave, Mauro Refosco, and Josh Johnson listed among the contributors.

music16 hours ago

Flea Debuts Solo Jazz-Infused Album Honora, Unveils Traffic Lights with Thom Yorke

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has announced his first solo album, Honora, a jazz-infused project due March 27, 2026 on Nonesuch. The release features six originals plus covers, with Thom Yorke contributing to Traffic Lights (co-written with Josh Johnson) and other guests including Nick Cave; the band lineup includes Josh Johnson, Jeff Parker, Anna Butterss and Deantoni Parks. Flea also plans an international HONORA tour in May in select North American and European cities.

entertainment2 months ago

Thom Yorke Explains Radiohead's Seven-Year Live Hiatus

Radiohead ended a seven-year live performance hiatus in 2023, citing personal struggles and grief, particularly Thom Yorke's loss of his wife, as reasons for the break. The band is now touring again, but members have reflected on their emotional challenges and the impact of political controversies surrounding their stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict.

music1 year ago

"The Smile's 'Wall of Eyes': A Fascinating Departure from Radiohead"

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.

music1 year ago

"The Smile's 'Wall of Eyes': Thom Yorke's Sonic Escape"

Thom Yorke's new band, The Smile, featuring Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood and drummer Tom Skinner, has released their second album, "Wall of Eyes." While the band showcases a distinct sound and direction, Yorke's unmistakable voice still draws comparisons to Radiohead, raising questions about his ability to escape his own musical legacy. Despite moments of innovation and distinction, The Smile's music often evokes familiar echoes of Yorke's past work, leaving the band in the shadow of Radiohead's monumental influence.

music2 years ago

"The Smile's 'Wall of Eyes': A Masterful Rock Album Review"

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.

music2 years ago

"The Smile's Wall of Eyes: A Creative Triumph and Advice for Struggling Artists"

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.

music2 years ago

The Smile Unveils 'Wall Of Eyes' Album and Tour

The Smile, the side project of Radiohead members Jonny Greenwood and Thom Yorke, along with former Sons Of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner, have announced their new album 'Wall Of Eyes', set to be released on January 26. They have also revealed a UK and European tour for 2024, starting in Dublin on March 7 and ending in London on March 23. The title track, accompanied by a video directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, has been released. The album was recorded between Oxford and Abbey Road Studios and features string arrangements by the London Contemporary Orchestra.