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THE REVIEW
Radiohead.
There are many who hate this band, for various reasons. The fact is that you either love them or hate them, and if there's one thing that can't be argued, it's their constant evolution, their continuous and always surprising change of style. "Ok Computer" - their artistic peak, class of 1997 - does it rank among the best albums ever created? Extremism. Does it rank among the worst albums ever created? Another (and far more serious) extremism. In truth, it is just a splendid album, to savor and love. The emotions it communicates are indescribable in words, it makes you fall into a white, sparkling tunnel... Pop. Well-crafted pop, high-quality pop. This is true. The mischievous call it "useless pop," useless. However, it must be recognized that they know how to play, and Yorke's voice is truly beautiful.
I'll just say that if there's an album capable of reflecting the busy comings and goings of the modern era, which reflects the crisis of our time, it is precisely this one. Sweet. But also pessimistic. Radiohead are always years ahead, this is known, in fact "Ok Computer" came out eleven years ago but is only now, in 2008, fully understandable.
The album opens with the shocking "Airbag" and concludes with the relaxing "The Tourist". Is there no concept? I wouldn't be so sure. Some speculate it is a representation of human phases, from birth to death, from beginning to end. I agree.
I don't intend to delve into and examine the guts of this masterpiece/garbage; suffice it to say: if you are looking for an album capable of portraying the twenty-first century in all its facets, you won't find anything better than this. Whether you like it or not... is irrelevant.
No alarm, and no surprises.
Silent.
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The review highlights Radiohead's OK Computer as a landmark album from 1997 that captures the complexity of the 21st century. It praises the band's continuous evolution and Thom Yorke's distinctive voice, calling the album a blend of high-quality pop and emotional depth. It acknowledges divided opinions but ultimately positions the album as timeless and fully appreciable years after its release. The album is portrayed as a reflection on modern life from birth to death, offering listeners a profound experience.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Radiohead
Radiohead are an English rock band formed in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. The members are Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Colin Greenwood, Ed O'Brien and Philip Selway. They evolved from guitar-based alternative rock into work that incorporates electronics and orchestration.120 Reviews
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