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Thom Yorke is an English singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist born in 1968, best known as the lead vocalist and primary songwriter of the rock band Radiohead, which formed in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, in 1985. His work with Radiohead, particularly on albums like 'OK Computer' (1997) and 'Kid A' (2000), helped pioneer experimental approaches to rock music that incorporated electronic and avant-garde influences. Yorke has also released solo albums, including 'The Eraser' (2006), and has been involved in the side projects Atoms for Peace and The Smile.
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Thom Yorke ranks #27 of 225 in the Singer ranking, behind Leonard Cohen, ahead of Dolly Parton.
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What is the name of Thom Yorke's side project band with Flea?
Thom Yorke formed the supergroup Atoms for Peace in 2009, featuring Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea. The band released their only album, "Amok," in 2013 to positive reviews.
When was Thom Yorke's debut solo album "The Eraser" released?
Thom Yorke released his debut solo album, "The Eraser," in 2006 on the XL Recordings label. The album leaned heavily into glitchy electronic music and was produced by Radiohead's longtime producer, Nigel Godrich.
Did Thom Yorke write the soundtrack for a horror movie?
Yes, Thom Yorke composed the original soundtrack for the 2018 horror film "Suspiria," directed by Luca Guadagnino. The score marked his first full-length solo soundtrack and earned him a Grammy nomination.
Which Radiohead song features a piano recorded in a castle?
Radiohead recorded the bulk of their 1997 album "OK Computer" at St. Catherine's Court, a historic mansion near Bath, England. The song "Exit Music (For a Film)" was recorded in the castle's stone entrance hall to capture a specific natural reverb.
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