Thom Yorke
Musician and lead vocalist of Radiohead
Born
October 7th, 1968
56 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent figure in the alternative rock scene, this English singer-songwriter gained recognition as the lead vocalist and principal songwriter of the band Radiohead. Emerging in the 1990s, the band achieved critical acclaim for albums such as 'OK Computer' and 'Kid A', which pushed the boundaries of rock music and incorporated electronic elements. In addition to work with Radiohead, solo projects and collaborations highlighted experimental sounds and introspective lyrics. This artist's distinctive voice and songwriting have left a lasting influence on contemporary music.
Released critically acclaimed albums with Radiohead including 'OK Computer' and 'Kid A'
Pursued solo work with albums such as 'The Eraser'
Collaborated with other musicians in projects like Atoms for Peace
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