Description
Wispy and ephemeral, shimmering skin draped over the barest of bones, The King of Limbs doesn’t deliberately lack a solid foundation, songwriting traded for sound construction. Masters of mood that they are, Radiohead digitally weave stuttering, glitchy loops of drums and guitars with real instruments, Thom Yorke’s mournful moan and keening falsetto acting as a binding agent, creating an alluringly dour atmosphere.
The King of Limbs is a familiar, yet well-crafted album by Radiohead. While not as groundbreaking as Kid A, the band displays their expertise in intricate turns and floating textures.