The Smile - Bending Hectic

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[@LightsPersonalAcc]

Thom's voice ages like fine wine... Such a magnificent voice

[@sonsofliberty9630]

Especially the high notes

[@NinjaShadow47]

well aside from live performances

[@comradestannis]

@@NinjaShadow47 Shhhh!

[@TotoOrlanski]

​@@NinjaShadow47the performances with the smile have been sounding pretty good...

[@davidcastro3799]

​@@TotoOrlanski Come on hahah, dont fool yourself

[@CaveWang]

No words for this song. Those dissonant strings into the face melting guitars, holy lord above

[@mariocastillo8334]

At this point they're just flexing. Jonny showcasing his mastery on both string arrangement and post-punk guitar crunching and Thom pulling even more epic melodies out of thin air.

[@jeff-onedayatatime.2870]

Over the years, Jonny and Thom have inspired that feeling many times...HOLY LORD ABOVE! :)

[@rufiorules]

You only get one chance to listen to this song for the first time, make it count

[@marcandrzejczak6967]

I envy the ones that do

[@PhillyMTB]

So true. I let out an audible gasp when I heard the second chorus for the first time...such an amazing piece of music

[@Adamglamb]

Here I am. And I loved every second of it

[@honigkatze]

Omg yes! The first time I heard this was at their concert last week. I intentionally didn’t listen to most of their new stuff. There are no words to justify the intense beauty of this piece of artwork live! It filled my soul in ways I can’t express.

[@anglinoutdoors3544]

Only get once chance to listen to this song the 87th time, make it count. And the 150th, and the 264th...etc.

[@sarahisbomb]

When the strings hit, I lose my mind. When the guitars hit, I just wanna die. So good. So so good. ☠️

[@ashtonnewmanphotography7824]

!!!

[@arnoliou6726]

Witnessing Thom Yorke and Johnny Greenwood's excitement for this new project is awesome and the result is magnificent

[@JJJameson.]

It is, but I still miss radiohead though

[@sajadnorouzi8108]

@@JJJameson. let it go and jump on the train!

[@micsunday14]

Well said

[@micsunday14]

​@@JJJameson.How could you miss Radiohead when this came out officially. .. today 🎉

[@vb2388]

@@JJJameson.well Radiohead’s true musicianship is from Thom and Jonny anyways…so Smile is Radiohead, just smaller in personnel..

[@en16ma_music]

I love how it goes from "I have these slings, I have these arrows" to "Despite these slings, despite these arrows". It really gives the emotional appeal of going from an uncertain and unconfident situation to one where you know you can do it and overcome the situation you are in to turn things around.

[@spiritualmachine4784]

I was just thinking “the same” thing 😉 Also I think it’s “I’ve got these slings/arrows”

[@Losfhc]

An instant classic, this is the greatest song I’ve ever heard.

[@fk5317]

1000000%

[@IAmBombSon]

This is right up there with the Beatles A Day in the Life for me... I haven't felt this way about a song in years.

[@riahlexington]

The orchestra leading up to the final chorus definitely reminds men of ADITL

[@santiagovargas8278]

the point where it Sounds like a 60s horror movie lmao

[@derrickward6853]

This is definitely the best track of the decade. I'll debate it's the best track Thom Yorke has ever worked on. I'm so happy I live in this timeline. We are truly blessed! Thom and Jonny are at the top of their game and I can't get enough!

[@itsmemaaaar]

This is one of those perfect songs and nothing I could say could express how good it is. Every note, every transition, the lyrics, the meaning, everything is pure poetry and pure music and I'm just in awe about it

[@jimryan5480]

I wish I had a friend like you that appreciated any Thom York like u do

[@Fer-gn8ts]

Esperas alguna en especial en el próximo álbum?

[@itsmemaaaar]

@@Fer-gn8ts todas jajajajja

[@seankelly8906]

Surprisingly, can actually parse most of what's said without looking at lyrics

[@seankelly8906]

And it's great songwriting and message, symbolism

[@s0rr1.M0O0Se]

the best song of 2023

[@michaelc4482]

It's not just the best song from The Smile, but I feel it's among the top 5 songs I have ever heard. The way it's presented along with the emotional roller coaster it brings out of the listener is shocking. It fills me with peace, then sadness, then terror, and finally a sense of over coming hardship that is something truly remarkable. I feel that I can't listen to it too often because it's exhausting to do so. I want to thank Thom, Jonny , Tom and anyone involved with creating this song. It's brilliant.

[@the_silicon_senpai]

The Smile dropping new material, our days have been made.

[@AnimatedLoopHD]

This song sounds like all era's of Radiohead and Jonny Greenwoods film worked crammed into one epic 8 hour adventure.

[@duncanmacphee200]

I had the privilege of seeing them play this live last year. It was such a beautiful, off-kilter song… then Jonny hit the distortion pedal. From that moment I was obsessed with this song. The vast majority of musicians create their best stuff early on, but Thom and Jonny somehow keep raising the bar. Can't wait to hear the stuff they put out when they're 80!

[@gloriahead]

Me too, one of my best experience in live Music ever, apart from Radiohead’s

[@ryanwalker3932]

@@gloriahead that part live is right in line with the delay before the first "you know you should, but you dont" on Morning Mr. Magpie. The anxiety goes through the roof

[@skywardstargaze1768]

Which show / venue, if you don’t mind me asking?

[@micsunday14]

You lucky

[@lms2932]

I saw them live in Nashville and this song is much better live without strings. I was disappointed with the recorded version.

[@dghimkarim4200]

Never clicked so fast. We are lucky to have Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood among the living earthlings

[@TheMoroPL]

This really follows the typical Radiohead new song cycle, doesn't it? First listen: This is pretty weird, meh 2 to 4 listen: Okay, I can see this song is pretty good 5th listen and onwards: This is absolutely the best music I've listened to recently, how do they keep doing this?

[@natacha2797]

The typical Radiohead new song cycle is very true but what strucks me about Smile's songs is how much I love them immediatly.

[@SpanishRed]

Over and over. They just never stop.

[@ali4rt]

I had similar feelings about "if you say the word"

[@kilgoretrout321]

It's the keep-listening-until-you-like-it trick. Honestly, it works for almost anything haha

[@SpanishRed]

@@kilgoretrout321 Not everything. Just the good stuff. Some songs get worse on every listen.

[@gpeddino]

Holy shit, this sound amazing. The string swell leading into the second chorus gave me major goosebumps.

[@drainme27]

Breathtakingly beautiful.Reminds me of “A Day In The Life” in places.

[@NotQuiteFirst]

Hey, spoilers 🙄

[@masonisgrey]

WOAH I JUST GOT TO THAT POINT BRO THIS IS SO GOOD

[@skywardstargaze1768]

HOLY SHIT I READ THIS AS IT HAPPENED WHAT THE FUCK

[@TheChasedanger]

@@NotQuiteFirstthen don’t look in the comments til after

[@divchynad]

The Smile have helped me through the hardest times. LOVE from Ukraine

[@NationalistsRuinAmerica]

💛💙

[@noyd4172]

long live Ukraine

[@divchynad]

@@noyd4172 Thank you

[@divchynad]

@@NationalistsRuinAmerica Thanks xxx

[@lerador5855]

Мені теж 💙💛

[@TheScottdavis86]

The dissonant orchestral section brings to mind Johnny's amazing score on There Will Be Blood.

[@TheWayofGrace89]

“I’m finished.”

[@beauwille2294]

Great lead in with throwback sound to Burn The Witch

[@timkgoodwin9287]

Stanley Donwood's imagery is mastery.

[@eileentomarchio6213]

Omg the strings, Thom’s voice, woozy and epic and gorgeous. 🤯❤️

[@BB-es9pp]

You nailed it, woozy is the perfect descriptor.

[@SenorKraut]

It's early but I am confident to call this my song of the year already.

[@noodledog2849]

Hearing this live was unbelievable, seriously, the intensity of the end of the song can't be felt from a studio recording like this

[@thovex]

agree. saw them perform it here in philly and it was so powerful. the recording is amazing but doesn't do the live experience justice

[@wngmv]

Cleveland. By Tomorrow I was eagerly anticipating this one, and this was the last song of encore. Almost religious experience....I kept replaying this on my way drive home.

[@onedone2011]

LUCKY and SMART ....... i missed this tour .......

[@deadspace297]

​@onedone2011 Same and it was only 2 hours from me, couldn't take the time off work

[@liprincessprincess]

You're 100% correct. No studio recording or even live video can capture that feeling.

[@alisonmcleod6861]

You either get it or you don’t. I braced myself for my husbands response when I played this. I now question my relationship . This song is sublime.

[@hazelsegnitz3254]

lol I like to watch my hubby’s face contort when he listens to any music I like, after that mad bit is pure bliss, you have good taste tho ! I hope your relationship survives! 🤣🤭

[@fede7289]

You can't understand how special and incredible this album is 'till you listen to the whole thing at least three times... Than you can get into his real vibe and love it forever as the masterpiece it is...

[@OkYasser]

Exactly my fellow Smile Radiohead friend! I admit that after the first listen I was like hmmm, but I LOVE the album now.

[@paulm7875]

Yep this album is definitely a grower. For me it went from good to great to stunning

[@jujudragon2000]

I swear, every song thom/johnny writes, on first listen I'm always like, "eh, it's alright" then after the eighth listen I'm like, "oh, this is one of the best things I've listened too"

[@TSWaves1]

I just listened on my phone and it sounds boring. Should I keep playing it over?

[@gursimarsinghkumar9127]

@@TSWaves1 headphones if u really want to feel despair

[@pablovf]

I'm certain The Smile is the best thing that's happened to music during the pandemic

[@sralairt]

As much as I love A Light for Attracting Attention, this song could have been the perfect closer. It's beautifully chaotic and cathartic. The studio version sounds huge.

[@skywardstargaze1768]

This is 100 percent gonna be the closer for LP2

[@zeth7109]

@@skywardstargaze1768 I think it's just a standalone

[@skywardstargaze1768]

@@zeth7109Damn, thought I was onto something. Perfectly happy with this as a single though

[@riahlexington]

@@zeth7109where did they say this? It better be on LP2 lmao

[@jimmybongos6190]

On LP2! Though not the closer surprisingly. Second to last track. Excited!@@riahlexington

[@stevehar9404]

Stratospheric stuff only these guys can deliver

[@southerntw]

That string induces an inevitable goosebumps. You can't prevent it.

[@clareemma5017]

Smile concert at alexandra palace was a life changing experience for the better ❤

[@JustPringless]

Damn... Looks like this is instantly my favourite The Smile song So beautiful and insightful

[@andrewtucker94]

First that is 100% Radiohead quality

[@japhyryder66]

In a music industry rife with mediocrity and shit, this, this right here, is a fucking masterpiece.

[@ThisUsernameSystemF-ckingSucks]

You act like that's not the same for any kind of art. You don't need to put other art down just to appreciate other art more.

[@ThisUsernameSystemF-ckingSucks]

There's no need to put other art down to bring other art up.

[@pimposki6232]

that ending is magnificent. almost sounds like boris, but with a lighter, more uplifting edge to it. probably the heaviest thing thom and jonny have ever written, and god i want more like this. its monumental

[@steredekt]

Fun fact: Jonny is using a fuzz pedal based on Wata’s sound; Hizumitas by Earthquaker Devices.

[@_CoasterNinja]

Been wanting them to do a heavier album with this sort of sound. Hope there are more songs like this on the new record.

[@ciro_costa]

you!! :o

[@pimposki6232]

@@ciro_costa oh, hello again!

[@king_draculakid6711]

Reminds me of early Smashing Pumpkins.

[@Despacheetos]

Fun fact: this is now the longest song Thom Yorke has ever written (excluding an instrumental track off Suspira). It’s a whole minute longer than the longest Radiohead song (Supercollider) Edit: completely forgot about the masterpiece that is Creep Very 2021 Rmx

[@iffiest.]

aside johnny, who wrote the rest of their songs? O'brien?

[@alexmalch]

It’s a bit strange because he’s a very experimental composer and experimental music is usually very long

[@reruarikushiteru]

Creep (Very 2021 Rmx) tho

[@lukemacducci]

@@alexmalch After Ok Computer, media started callIng them a Progressive Rock band, "the new Pink Floyd" and Thom hated that, so he avoided writing long songs

[@Despacheetos]

@@reruarikushiteru actually very upset (no pun intended) that I completely forgot about the greatest song ever made

[@danieljamesmead]

Theres been many songs by Thom Yorke/Radiohead that on my first couple of listens I don't really take to. Something quite awkward or unsettling about it that jars me and confuses the melody or overall composition. Enough to make me feel a bit weird and skip that track. But there's a hook in there that makes me listen more and more and after around 5 listens my brain unscrambles it, it all clicks and becomes crystal clear and I'm completely sold. It's a pretty unique trait that for me, makes Radiohead/Thom my favourite ever music entity. This is one of those ones tracks.

[@oscarnav8]

Same here! Just my second time listening to it, but I already feel like it clicked in me. This song is just too beautiful

[@danwebb1756]

100 percent! I remember my first listen of Kid A. I was so confused, but had to keep listening over and over, because there was something there that I couldn’t fully comprehend, but then it clicked and there was no looking back. Radiohead has multiple albums like that. They are next level geniuses in my opinion. Right up there with The Beatles, Floyd, etc. for me.

[@nicholaslindenmeyer6472]

😂

[@wngmv]

It took me a decade to realize how good in rainbows is. Also codex.

[@sagittated]

​@@wngmvCodex clicked for me the moment they used it in Mad Men. I couldn't recall the name of the track, so I went looking, and in doing so, realized The King of Limbs was my favorite ever record.

[@ImmerseYourSoul_In_Love]

Immerse your soul in love.

[@KyloWRC]

This has me so hyped for their second album! Brilliant song guys!

[@victorruu4ee0]

When they will release?

[@cypoopie]

​@@victorruu4ee0I'm guessing autumn but I have no clue

[@WilliamDarko]

Later. They go back to studio after the tour

[@cypoopie]

@@WilliamDarko ah I see. Probably next spring then

[@NicholasSWilliams]

@@WilliamDarko They were already in the studio recording for several weeks this spring. Autumn -- if not sooner -- seems likely.

[@jumpedintheriverwhatdidise5499]

The lyrics when you get the meaning are some of their best

[@sudanbewaobdedebo]

Do you know the lyrics?! If so, can you please print them. Thanks!!

[@jumpedintheriverwhatdidise5499]

@@sudanbewaobdedebo have you heard of Google?

[@musicismyfriend7919]

@@jumpedintheriverwhatdidise5499 Google? What's that?

[@carolem1413]

Reminds me of when I tuned my guitar, but usually the string would break 😂 When The Smile writes a magnificent song around that simple and fragile note. Thank you Jonny for that adrenaline rush. And Thom's singing these lyrics is magnetic.

[@ernestovidales09]

This sounds like it could have been part of Amnesiac. Love it.

[@s0rr1.M0O0Se]

My favorite album

[@mustafasadmansakib]

shares a lot with pyramid song and spinning plates

[@okaberintaro3936]

Doesn’t sound that dark

[@AceDaLoaf]

@@okaberintaro3936 you sure?

[@GolfLikeWoods]

I agree, and it also references themes from OK Computer and even earlier! What a wonderful song.

[@jameshutton7115]

woooooowwwwwww... the way it just kept building and building... those screaming violins...wowwww

[@hrdwrd2570]

I think it's very cool that they have a consistent visual identity. I hope they keep it for the whole of the second album.

[@crackbaby4444]

it kind of looks like the creatures from the artwork of king of limbs started drawing artwork from the kid a era

[@89.]

its gorgeous and so incredibly trippy how much acid has stanley donwood eaten

[@mathewmaccenzie5006]

An identity that ive learned to love

[@avaplaysroblox4580]

best song of 2023

[@heavypiano]

Woah, that string build into the distortion was incredible.

[@rubayatraiyan9477]

Cover coming soon?

[@heavypiano]

@@rubayatraiyan9477 I'd love to cover this!

[@genghischan69]

If they keep releasing songs like this, they might become my form of religion.

[@brightoneasterling9304]

It’s like they’ve transcended this realm and have gotten to a place of pure creative expression through music completely stripped of ego.

[@blablaogist]

One of the greatest clean-guitar- into-distortion-moments I've listened to in a while.

[@RockfordRoe]

Babe, wake up, a new song about Thom's Car Crash just got dropped

[@DibsEquipped]

How do these guys keep making masterpieces over and over again? I'll never understand.

[@scellyyt]

i'm getting vibes of many radiohead songs in this, pieces of sail to the moon around the first 2 minutes, daydreaming at around 3 minutes in, then pyramid song, the numbers, in limbo, and a few others rattling in the back of my head

[@sebastianorellana8426]

That outro was very unexpected and epic 😎

[@vzdusnaciara]

im so happy this song was created.

[@francescocarnevali774]

I attended The Smile concert in Ferrara, Italy last year. I think that was the 3rd or 4th time playing this song live, and i remember listening to this made me fly. It felt so much like an In Rainbows track, much live and organic and so, so complicate and easy at the same time. I was curious about how they would record it in studio, sometimes in Radiohead they arranged some very organic tracks in a sort of eletronic way, same for Thom Yorke solo albums. This time, it is just strings, and they feel so amazing!!! The switch from the first to last part with that "disturbing" crescendo and then the guitar, it is so much on point it makes me want to scream. Very similiar to the live version, same mood and vibes. Just perfect.

[@soul-5]

mi dispiace un sacco essermi perso quel concerto. sai che conosco uno col tuo stesso nome? 😂 percaso conosci un certo Cesare Negro? non si sa mai che è una coincidenza pazzesca lol.

[@francescocarnevali774]

@@soul-5 Direi solo una enorme coincidenza ahahahah, ho un nome e cognome molto diffusi al nord, sono il Mario Rossi dell'Emilia Romagna

[@soul-5]

@@francescocarnevali774 mannaggia! tanti saluti e buon godimento Thom Yorkiano allora ;)

[@marcellofregni3616]

Presente, uno dei miei concerti preferiti... E in 10 anni ne ho visti un po'. Un abbraccio e lunga vita a Yorke & co.

[@gregkosinski2303]

Not to be confused with Ferrera, Ohio, which is of course between Youngstown and Pittsburgh.

[@Bruh_227]

By far their best work yet

[@mikemerna7554]

Many will love this song, Many will hate it. But, NONE will ever forget it.

[@sudanbewaobdedebo]

This is definitely the best track on Wall of Eyes. It's nice and even sounds like Radiohead-esque

[@Barryislarge]

I love the renewed enthusiasm and joy in this band. It feels like they can make what they want without being boxed in to some old brand. While the music might be "down", the joy in the process shines through these tracks.

[@jumpedintheriverwhatdidise5499]

Agreed 100%

[@Fer-gn8ts]

También de alguna manera te mantiene tranquilo y sin presión para ellos y para nosotros de que tiene que ser genial como Radiohead, con esta banda a mi parecer se sienten mejor que nunca.. y nosotros sin esperar algo en especial lo tenemos todo.

[@azroberts7567]

Thom, Jonny and co. out there bending time, space and cars ❤

[@PixelNotesMusic]

The 3:18 transition is gorgeous.

[@tommygibb5066]

It took a few listens but now i cant get this out of my head

[@MicahBuzanMUSIC]

This song is bending my mind. This, along with Thin Thing have been such an experience - love hearing Jonny crank that distortion pedal again.

[@AuthorLaurieAnnSmith]

I've been off work for 6 months with a shattered shoulder and I decided to chill and heal listening to Thom's voice song by song from the beginning. If and when the nks start to fly, Radiohead songs are all I will be listening to. If I had a bunker, they would be my bunker music choice! Best live band, best vocals, best in studio. So many people agree that Thom's voice is the very best that's ever been and I absolutely agree. Thanks for keeping it honest 💯👍😎🤗🙏

[@qoqpop_poe6722]

u seem to be a very nice person, it's always infuriating to see the best suffer.

[@samrjw8693]

Got an ad mid song. What fresh hell is this

[@rndmbs]

@@samrjw8693 when a video is 8 minutes long it is eligible for midroll ads

[@AuthorLaurieAnnSmith]

@@qoqpop_poe6722 thank you for your very kind words to me. I have been aware of the suffering of the world since I was very young. I was born into an abusive family and watched my entire family suffer and implode. I swore I would not continue the cycle. I had some amazing friends who helped me out when I was young and what they taught me saved my life from me. I know so many are hurting and my broken shoulder will heal as all my broken bones eventually healed. My heart goes out to all the broken people out there who have no help or hope. Big love and peace to you. 👍💗💯🤗

[@anthok6911]

Best song of the album !!!

[@syzarn]

[Verse 1] I'm changing down the gears I'm slamming on the brakes A vintage soft top From the sixties [Verse 2] We're coming to a bend now Skidding 'round the hairpin A sheer drop down An Italian mountainside [Verse 3] Time is kind of frozen You're gazing at the view Now I'm sure I'm seeing double [Pre-Chorus] No one's gonna bring me down, no No way and no how I'm letting go of the wheel It might be as well It might be as well [Chorus] Despite my slings Despite the arrows I'll force myself to... I've got these slings I've got these arrows I'll force myself to turn, turn [Verse 4] The ground is coming for me now We've gone over the edge If you've got something to say Say it now [Pre-Chorus] No one's gonna bring me down, no No way and no how And I'm letting go Of the wheel [Chorus] Despite the slings I got my arrows I'll force myself to I got my slings I got my arrows I'll force myself to turn [Outro] Turn Turn Turn Turn Turn Turn

[@RJ1J]

That is some pretty grim lyrics. Hope he's okay.

[@aperturius]

​@@RJ1J He's been singing about car crashes for years. I'm sure he's fine.

[@aperturius]

@@Lumpiluk It's definitely slings and arrows

[@MicahBuzanMUSIC]

@@RJ1J He is ok, he forced himself to turn!

[@GOLEMUK]

Fairly sure first chorus is "I've" got these Slings / arrows and last chorus is "Despite" these slings / arrows till end. And this isn't really about a car crash, this is far far more global and ecological in scope. And about as grim as it gets. TURN! indeed.

[@edcommondeal16]

These guys just can't disappoint. No matter how hard you try, you will always find some sense of depth in virtually every single song this band has ever composed. Astonishing job! Can't wait to hear more!

[@divchynad]

so true! that's probably because you either have this depth or not. they do.

[@Omniicron]

Incredible. Lights off, lie down and headphones on full.

[@Domdin.houmbre]

Je n'ai jamais écouté d'aussi belle musique

[@pedrosolermartinez6273]

Is not enough, I need moooooore, noooooooowwwww. Hahahaha it’s what usually happens to me every time they release something new, I don’t want it to end. Perfect, as f… usual

[@WiloPolis03]

Radiohead don't have too many long songs, so this is really great to have, awesome buildup

[@Okmanl]

When I saw the 8m length first thing I thought of was Swans

[@juda4568]

​@@OkmanlSwans❤

[@DrJamesSamuelSmith]

Thom, Tom and Jonny thank you!

[@user-wz9fs8ld1z]

His voice is so unique in this song. Just wow.

[@chrisstockhorst7863]

This song came to me at the perfect time. I had a major setback during a surgery and found out I have a crohn’s. I choose to turn. Ty for this beautiful song uplifting me during this difficult time

[@bottlewoman70]

I heard this for the first time today... I cried . Why does Thom have that ability to effect us so much with his music ❤

[@shaun7389]

I usually role my eyes at comments like this. but for a song as incredible as this, I'm not surprised it made you feel that way. It's a masterpiece in my opinion.

[@SpookyLuvCookie]

Thom's ability to communicate real true soul and emotion in his singing (and his lyrics) is like nothing else that has ever been or will be again.

[@AnnQuebecPolska]

​@@SpookyLuvCookie I totally agree ! The man is so talented..it is impossible for me to find such a prolific artist to compare to with 30 years of career behind him . He is for me the most accomplished artist !

[@snipergaming8152]

Just got an ad in the middle of my first listen to this beautiful song... THANKS KZbin

[@confusedcryptid]

YEAH SAME

[@louisaconnell5168]

song of the year

[@allwayscgood576]

This song is saving my life

[@starmapsllc]

This song live was legitimately unreal in NYC

[@Muttlythedog]

How to write a masterpiece 101. Genius

[@bigcorky4687]

Goosebumps on the first listen is always a sign something is good

[@JoyDrummer2]

This is the song that plays when each of us are being born. What a beautiful masterpiece that swells and grows and delivers in everyway. A metaphor of the beauty, hardship and ultimately the triumph that is life. So much emotion, so much power, so much beauty. Perfection

[@imnotbarney]

Actually the birdie song was playing when i was born

[@knivesout33]

In an era of 2 minutes songs, The Smile releases a 8 minute track. 💌

[@tomoswald3191]

BM / BCNR still releasing 6-12 minute songs all the time - u just gotta find good artists

[@mensatico]

@@tomoswald3191 An era is not created by two artists/bands. Your comment doesn't change anything in the first person's assertion.

[@ThisUsernameSystemF-ckingSucks]

An era of two minute songs? tf are you talking about?

[@ThisUsernameSystemF-ckingSucks]

@@mensatico but plain fact does, the average song length is not 2 minutes...

[@zackzallie8735]

​@@mensaticoThat's why you should discover more artists. Bands like King Gizz, BCNR, and even rappers like Kendrick had been naking long composed songs in the past two years.

[@KphexTwin00]

holy FUCK! This song is absolutley incredible.

[@andresmagos6141]

I'm gonna hear this song tonight. I'm sure. MEXICO CITY IS BLESSED WITH THEIR MUSIC!!!

[@Fer-gn8ts]

Cómo estuvo???

[@matteocasarin3598]

Alright, now I'm courious to listen to Teleharmonic Phaser's studio version. This one was just astonishing. These guys are keeping me excited.

[@navasaband]

Top shelf.

[@ORYAN99]

The definition of eargasm So beautiful

[@rooftopsignals7313]

Simply put, it just makes me so happy to be here for new music from these guys. Can't thank you all enough, the band and other listeners Smile on

[@stonekite4482]

DAMN, that switch-up was unexpected...looking forward to the new album!

[@ApparentlyIamAaditya]

I'm changing down the gears I'm slamming on the brakes A vintage soft top from the '60s We're coming to a bend now Skidding 'round the hairpin A sheer drop down an Italian mountainside And time is kind of frozen And you're gazing at the view And I swear I'm seeing double No one's gonna bring me down, no No way and no how I'm letting go of the wheel It might be as well It might be as well I've got these slings, I've got these arrows I force myself to I've got these slings, I've got these arrows I force myself to turn, turn The ground is coming for me now We've gone over the edge If you've got something to say, say it now No one's gonna bring me down, no No way and no how I'm letting go of the wheel Despite these slings, despite these arrows I force myself to Despite these slings, despite these arrows I force myself to turn, turn

[@MostlyLoveOfMusic]

it's like "A Day In The Life" with those mega chords

[@andrecosta2604]

Beautiful. Sounds like HTTT era sail to the moon

[@jorgekech]

no, sound like slint post rock band

[@BB-es9pp]

This is insanely good. I am so excited to hear how they arrange the rest of their unreleased songs for the album. And holy fuck, Stanley outdid himself on the artwork. Can’t wait to see them again live in July!

[@EzeICE]

This song was amazing a part of their set when they played it live in NYC this past fall. And yes, Stanley Donwood is brilliant indeed.

[@FreeFromReign]

this was incredible live. thom and jonny are unbelievably talented

[@king_draculakid6711]

Wow! What an amazing sound. From 6:49 and up, sounds just like some old school Smashing Pumpkins. This is what I wish Smashing Pumpkins still sounded like. :/ At least we have The Smiles!

[@Stoopjunk]

you can feel the acceptance in thoms gentle happy voice, its been a tough journey for him but now he has found a place of rest wheres hes still able to express, powerful stuff, love you guys.

[@AvaMaino]

It looks like someone have found that old guitar pedal from 97 and used it again!

[@jacopasto3204]

i m crying tears of joy. music.....

[@pascal4586]

i have listened to this song on repeat for 2 days now. Is there really anything more i could say?

[@glennc100]

try 2 weeks for me; 2 FUCKING WEEKS

[@benwilliams5760]

If I don't stop playing it I think my wife is gonna leave me.

[@dontcallmegus]

This is an absolute masterpiece.