Mance - Rajka said:If someone were attempting to interrogate me using nothing but music to force a confession, Radiohead would undoubtedly be my ultimate weakness. Mercury Rev would likely have an effect as well, certainly. But honestly, Radiohead—especially when paired with a music video where you can see Thom Yorke’s face, twisted by such raw, palpable angst in all its glory—would probably compel me to confess to even the smallest sins, like stealing a candy bar from the local convenience store back in fourth grade.
That man’s literal wailing and those haunting, melancholic sound effects almost entirely eclipse the actual music, which might actually be quite compelling if it weren't so dense and overwhelmingly long.
I used to hold a very similar perspective myself, at least until the moment I truly sat down and immersed myself in the Radiohead discography. They aren't quite like The Killers (though I find them perfectly fine 🙂 ), the kind of band you just put on for a catchy, retro 80s-style pop tune while you're getting ready to head out for the evening. No, they are more akin to the old guard, like Pink Floyd—this is music that demands your full attention. To me, it feels almost interactive in its depth.
By the way, when I was younger and lacked a certain level of patience, I found Radiohead quite difficult to stomach, primarily due to Thom Yorke's delivery. Now, however, I view them as one of the most complete and fascinating bands ever to emerge. While The Bends are excellent and perhaps more accessible, it was their evolution through OK Computer and eventually into Kid A that truly defined their greatness.
