Radiohead's In Rainbows

In Rainbows, the newest from Radiohead, is finally here! There is so much to say about this album. And so much has been said already. The internet has been buzzing for days over the album and its release. This is a huge moment in the story of Rock n' Roll.

First and foremost is the music itself. This one will have you saying "This is Radiohead?" Amazing! Another new page for the band. The album is equal parts bounce/groove jams and lush/dense ballads. Thom's voice explores new spaces in the Radiohead soundscape. The songs are heavy on rhythm, but for the most part, light on the digital beats of the last few albums. Favorite tracks thus far: "15 Step," "All I Need," "Bodysnatchers" and "Videotape." Overall the album is a stunning masterpiece and will only be more amazing when available on CD and vinyl.

Second, the release of the music. The unprecedented experiment succeeded. In just 3 days, 1.2 million copies of In Rainbows have been purchased. Unbelievable! Even Kanye's super-hyped Graduation didn't make it to 1 million in the first week. In fact, few albums have sold more than a million copies all year.

If you have yet to get a copy of the album, head over the www.inrainbows.com. Remember the price is up to you. You've got nothing to lose!

Can't wait to hear this thing on wax!

2 comments:

  1. What an experience (ordering 'In Rainbows'). How else can I say that I, for a moment, was on the same wave as New york, Chicago, Germany and Japan? Radiohead is the hot shovel in the old ground in so many ways.

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    OK Computer and In Rainbows

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