Thom Yorke: ANIMA Interview

[@assael2]

"You know you're in trouble when people stop listening to sad music. Because the moment they stop listening to sad music, they don't want to know anymore... They're turning themselves off" - T. Yorke

[@alexwells6876]

@urgiduurrgghh i think it depends on the person though, A lot of people find comfort in sad music becuase it's so human and real. Thom's and Radiohead's music is human.

[@limepicklecrumpetbombaderr9429]

@urgiduurrgghh his quote still applies

[@gm7285]

I find Radioheads emotive music so soothing and grounding. Sometimes I feel clogged up and weighed down with a general frustration and the melancholy of the music and Thoms beautiful voice provides me with a way to release the pent up emotions and reflect.

[@martinperezdisalvo7611]

26:33

[@Mitchthemysteryman]

Same thing applies to the news as well, in my opinion. When people would rather not know the current events, it says a lot about the state o society.

[@liadcohen8327]

The last bit made me cry. HE is thanking US for giving this opportunity to HIM, when he has given so much to US. His music has been my best friend at times. It has kept me alive in the darkest times because I didn't feel alone listening to what he was able to articulate. I hope he knows how much what he does matters, and how grateful I am for it.

[@rferreyra10]

Liad Cohen beautiful

[@KamilSarna]

That few last sentences caught me off guard. Very touching. I'm very happy for him.

[@younolovebunny]

Last night I had this weird dream... In my dream I heard Radiohead play a new song that I have never heard before... It was absolutely amazing... And had such a beautiful melody. I connected to it on a deep personal level. Afterwards I met Thom and almost speechless said "Thank you for everything"... It was a very emotional and weird dream... In real life I was dancing around on the living room floor the other day with my 3 year old daughter listening to "Lift" from MD 126 ....

[@calumfoster-bayliss7122]

I mean... we pay his bills, lotta people goin hungry out there. Not saying he's not talented, but he should be thanking us. He has a fantastic life while most of the world is in poverty. That's a gift regardless of how talented you are. Lotta talented people in poverty and never gonna make it too. Thom prolly realizes that.

[@elenavishnya3814]

And in the beginning, he says something about how "people may emotionally connect with the music I've BEEN INVOLVED IN". Looks like he never even admits that he has actually written it, that it was him who created it in the first place... Amazing!

[@smashingairguitars]

Thom Yorke seems like he is doing really well these days. Glad to see him in good spirits.

[@zm1055]

He's been so happy ever since his wife died

[@NCTJapan]

@@zm1055 rude

[@juandiegovillacis2151]

Bar spirits :)

[@sirbarnabyst.johntoffingto9017]

@smashingairguitars ...although being unfortunate enough to observe those absolutely frightful 😱 shiny black PVC trousers he's apparently chosen to wear of his own accord, one must surely put a question mark on the apparent balanced good mental state of awareness. I Mean, would you be seen dead in those things? I'm sure I wouldn't! 🎩

[@smashingairguitars]

@@sirbarnabyst.johntoffingto9017With the swagger that Thom Yorke posses, he could wear a paper bag and still make it work.

[@iLoudwing]

''When an artist is repeting themselves because they think that's what will people want they're fucked'' - Thom Yorke. I love this man.

[@controloz3310]

I wish he’d known that when he did AMOK. It’s the reason it flopped hard

[@Fabulous_Killjoy0]

Literally Kid A

[@PeppermintAmnesiac]

He is happy - good. He deserves it. After years of anxiety - he needs a break.

[@KaneK1234]

All humans are anxious and miserable. Remember that.

[@battousai9795]

No, we're not

[@ImotekhtheStormlord-tx2it]

@@battousai9795 yes we are. one shitty accidend in your that will make you depressed and it stays till the rest of your life. youre just young. you will understand. even the happiest people have ups and downs

[@battousai9795]

@@ImotekhtheStormlord-tx2it Oh, you're an edgy one, aren't you? What about the fact that most people don't get into a "horrible accident that makes them depressed" ? Or what about the people that get into one but don't let it being them down? I know of people that have lost a leg or have lost the ability to walk and they still have a positive outlook on life, perhaps even more positive than mine. And please learn to understand what you're reading, I never said that happy people don't have ups and downs, I don't even know what's that got to do with anything, I just said that not every human is anxious and miserable. It's one thing to say that people aren't happy all the time, and something completely different to mindlessly state that every human is anxious and miserable.

[@ahmedhussein1694]

@@battousai9795 I think it's more appropriate to suggest that everyone suffers from periods of anxiety and depression, even someone as cheerful as myself has felt it and it's never been an issue with me. You always think it won't be you until it is. But it's not a bad thing, it pushes us to grow and learn new things.

[@danialta9621]

Thom can talk about sleep and naps all day and I'd find it inspiring

[@bradenrodriguez5183]

I wonder if Thom's REM sleep style is related to his band's R.E.M style?

[@classicpinball9873]

The Beat Fabrik funny

[@classicpinball9873]

@@newsletter4826 nobody asked for a blog post m8

[@classicpinball9873]

@@newsletter4826 dude thom can say whatever he'd like i dont think he has a pretty big impact on politics. im sure most people didnt even get to the part of the intverview where he gets political. (i know i didnt)

[@johnflaherty9106]

Nietzsche had something to say about this type.

[@chichipato3]

Thom Yorke giving a hi-five, that's quite new for me.

[@alexandras.6638]

Also responding with "same"

[@naz3858]

It's almost like he CONNECTED with the dude

[@ronaldtheant]

Andrés Galván ok, take deep breaths

[@KatsPurr]

I had to actually slow down the video playback to see who initiated it. It was Thom :-o

[@kevinr.3542]

I can't believe he eats and sleeps

[@David-oq6sn]

Just realised the irony of me watching this instead of sleeping.

[@okaytopcu2366]

same here...

[@hansbarrientos5334]

Same

[@Alex-fo6bc]

Count me in

[@osso2]

That's it, I'm going to bed! 😴

[@eigenzeit]

Life is the one big irony

[@ComradeStiv]

It's no mystery why Thom is more open and relaxed here. It's the interviewer. Zane is chill, down to earth, present, active listening, and wants to discuss genuinely interesting things. Thom gets scripted stock questions, barely-there interviewers, and star-struck sit-downs constantly. It's boring and exhausting for brains like his. He must be thrilled on the rare day it's not one of those.

[@phadrus]

Steve X agreed

[@caedencloud3504]

Interviews are always so much better when the interviewer is genuinely interested, more interviewers should be like Zane

[@OfficialMyxomatosis]

@Mister Sifter heh.. that is a very strong opinion. go somewhere else "ffs".

[@chitlun]

Very true, that’s spot on, also coupled with Thom being so much more at ease in his skin these days.

[@lane6963]

Thom Yorke seems like he's doing really well emotionally and mentally. So smiley, high-fiving the interviewer, laughing. It makes me happy to see him happy.

[@anthonyanderson5787]

This is the best Thom Yorke interview ever holy shit

[@grayrachelle]

Yes such a joy to watch

[@junokarah3495]

This Thom compared to the 97’ Thom are polar opposites. I can only hope to become wiser and more sure of myself as I get older.

[@jasonputz5307]

I know I'm a totally different person then in 97. I almost feel like parts of my life happened to someone else.

[@jedrashidul6952]

Same dude. Amen

[@BKernion]

The human happiness curve usually works that way, ppl get sadder from 25-49 then we progressively get happier each decade through our 70s

[@coldanimal5107]

Don't just hope for it. Make it happen.

[@sunnysyl7]

You will Juno

[@Madvillain_24]

There’s never been a person who I respect and admire more in music

[@NeueUniversal]

Jonny maybe ;-)

[@TheseBitchesWantNikes]

Only Jonny for me.

[@paranoidplane9799]

So fucking true

[@gerbilpmc]

ehh

[@danieljamesmead]

Than Zane Lowe?

[@xieze]

I have no idea why watching his face and hearing his voice itself is so inspiring. It makes me feel like something inside me is waking up.

[@Demitrival]

understanding and adulting

[@nutthrob]

you should be napping

[@d_man_69]

8 veg as axw,@"

[@Cegros]

That’s exactly what was happening.

[@KalamariKing23]

Introvert Inspiration 🤘😆

[@runninglyrics]

14:40 "I think most artists if they're honest, they're never solo artists" ~Thom Kinda hits home. I've tried to put together so many bands to make music, try something new, not play alone, but a lot of them either wanted to do their own thing, wanted to just party, or weren't really committed (or all 3). There's magic in playing with a band. It has to vibe. It's a relationship and bands fall apart if there's toxic musicians (like playing over other people, not tuning together, or showing up to practice, not practicing, etc). Just like relationships it takes work and effort from everyone which is why it's more honest because when the synergy stops so does the band.

[@Todd-_-Umptious]

While I agree with what you say about importance of a good band dynamic, I think what Thom meant was, any artist representing themselves as a solo artist, is never truly a solo artist. Theres always someone you've bounced ideas off of or that have suggested ideas to you in the creating process. theres engineers and mastering wizards who are always helping you with the stuff you can't figure out. hell even if you work in complete isolation, the world around you is your feedback loop.

[@Blastkin]

this one hits hard. Im currently trying to make bands and both of them dont seem to work the way i want in one of them we just dont know what to play and have some sort of seperate music taste even though we still share bunch of stuff in common and pretty good skills in the other we just always take photos and stuff but besides one song we barely play anything and one member doesn't know how to play anything sorry for the dump btw

[@ozzo8573]

@@BlastkinTry and combine your styles in a way which works, but don't force it, for the second band... I'd say start playing and ignore what you look like if you can't play, if you want to be musicians and not models or some other aesthetically motivated cooperation

[@Blastkin]

@@ozzo8573 heyheyhey! Updates, first is basically dead now and second band is still not so much playing but it is very fun now. Thx for the advice!

[@jrock2720]

Now if Jonny becomes this outgoing, I don't know what I'm going to do with myself.

[@masonseymour2455]

J Rock I think Jonny is only allowed to say a certain amount of words per year

[@placeadrien5566]

@@masonseymour2455 nice that's funny

[@theknightsofawesomeness2701]

Just find nice people to talk to. Thou it's easier said than done.

[@jorgepeterbarton]

@@masonseymour2455 is true but self-administered

[@jorgepeterbarton]

Jonny only speaks ondes martenot

[@renapeppers20]

I could listen to Thom Yorke talking about anything for an entire day honestly.

[@chantoya17]

Me too! He has a very soothing, melodic speaking voice. I notice most great singers with pretty tones speak in a kind of gentle sing-songy way... I don't know if that's the right word but that's what I hear lol

[@StyleDrive007]

“Music I’ve been involved in” I love Thoms undeniable humility. Even now after a successful ongoing career, and being deemed as one of musics greatest he still comes across so unwilling to allow himself to believe he’s better than anyone else which for me, makes him a role model.

[@PraetorClaudius]

Good point. He treats music that way which is why it never gets boring.

[@aramledezma]

When you watch to interviews from the post Ok Computer/Kid A era, he looks tired, stressed out and fed up. Now he looks so different, like he is enjoying his life again and in one word, happy.

[@TSPH1992]

He went through some serious issues back in the day

[@KaneK1234]

@@TSPH1992 doesn’t everyone?

[@TSPH1992]

@@KaneK1234 to a certain degree. But depression is not a joke

[@RH-zk8je]

Zane: "Writers' block must be hell..." Thom: silent disagreement Zane: "... but I think sometimes it must be a relief" Thom: "Yeah, it really is! And ..." That's a good interviewing technique. Say something, and if they don't seem to agree with it, say "but, actually, the opposite!"

[@kaizokuAUTO]

Zane's a great interviewer. Really respect him, and he's clearly a huge Radiohead fan in this.

[@griffinstopsign]

thom yorke featuring the sound of his many hidden bracelets

[@sadgeode]

I love this comment so much. I really really do.

[@Curtis3604]

Tomorrow's Hidden Bracelets

[@キラキラくりくり頭]

It's the sound of the emotional shackles he tries to free humanity from.

[@christianlesurfmusic]

The Sound of His Many Hidden Bracelets sounds like the perfect post-rock album.

[@artestra]

kinda like it though

[@dianalondono5599]

I admire Zane so much, his interviews really show another face of artists and he's not afraid to come off as a fanboy because he's really interested and respectful of the artist's work.

[@septic131]

Totally felt him being a fanboy, and I loved it. It’s exactly what I’d be too

[@intifadayuri]

It is good to see how someon who made such a beautifully gloomy and depressing album like A moon shaped pool can be, at the same time so happy and energetic. I love you, Thom. Please keep making this world a better place to stay with your music.

[@pablobecerra8773]

Yurika D. People evolve

[@morten1]

I guess expressing yourself makes you healthier. If he didn't make music I'm sure he would be mental

[@KaneK1234]

@@morten1 Same with most people. Everyone. All it takes is one bad day.

[@ThisUsernameSystemF-ckingSucks]

​@@pablobecerra8773it's not about evolving. It's about accepting that sadness is always with some of us. There's also nothing wring with that.

[@nielsmeijer6698]

Where normal interviews start with: How's the tour going? This one just starts with two kinds of sleep and the health benefits of napping and Siestas in Southern European countries. I love it.

[@patrickstepphen4206]

Everyone: Thom Yorke looks so weird. Us: He looks so comfortable and outgoing.

[@AK-ti6lk]

Haha

[@jellybeanjustin82]

IKR?? this is one of few interviews of him ive seen where he looks actually really comfortable and happy

[@marciwest614]

I always found him oddly attractive

[@morganghetti]

He's not a typical looking dude but he not a typical person. He's enormously talented and hard working. Not many bands / people remain as creative and their output that consistency good and interesting.

[@itosan5792]

Everyone? Only to the plastic, fake, narcissistic, self absorbed, instagram whores is this more presumptuous bullshit we see posted everyday?

[@rooftopsignals7313]

Love you Thom, thanks for everything

[@someone1783]

היי

[@rooftopsignals7313]

@@someone1783 היי, מישהואחד

[@yonatanvalfish]

ישראלים למען תום

[@haimon6210]

Patrick Kianai I think you got that wrong, it's actually 10 gallons a day.

[@deanbrafman]

היי (:

[@kevingoldsmith4325]

"When an artist repeats themselves because they think that's what people want, they're fucked" - Thom Yorke. This is why I fucking love Thom, and Radiohead. Keep moving forward, always.

[@thegood9]

Thom seems so much more comfortable with himself nowadays---and with others, lol. Very refreshing, casual interview.

[@robbiepeterh]

I was 16 when kid a came out. It's difficult to describe just how much me and my friends loved radiohead and how much they meant to us. They drew me right in and touched me so deeply emotionally.

[@dmr9767]

It's a pleasure to hear Thom Yorke speak. I like Radiohead's music, I met them when I was 12 when I bought OK Computer in 1997 with my own money. In my opinion they are the best band from the last 25 years to the day

[@youneedtocalmdown420]

I haven’t remembered my dream since I was a little, and it’s been bugging me so much. Well, I watched the anima short film on Netflix the other night, and then had my first dream in a long time... and thom Yorke was in it! It’s like he cast a spell on me. I can’t stop thinking about it.

[@munkychimp]

This guy is magic.

[@austinwilliamsshow]

Same for me! Super weird!

[@gaz2276]

I had 3 beautiful Bowie dreams leading up to his death. The last one was on the Friday, two days before he died. I also told my better half that Bowie would die soon that day. Weirded me out for quite a while.

[@AlejandroShredderDJ]

Very nice!

[@samuelmaney1250]

Thom is looking really well in this interview.

[@TSPH1992]

He's in good shape for a man his age

[@1977Android]

In a world that slaps "genius" badges onto anyone that can hold a guitar, it's sobering to see a true artist speak. Not many people have the power to move me to tears through the sheer beauty of his lyrics and music. Thom is one.

[@GGMattt]

I fucking love Thom, not just his work but who he is as a person. He's just real, he has no mask or facade to show off for a camera like most artists do. How Zane was talking about connecting through artists through there music is pretty much a personal experience. I've been a huge Radiohead since I was around 15 and they've been the only band that have made the biggest impression on me. I'm glad Thom is doing well, he's been through a lot in the last few years. Watching this interview was like seeing an old friend again.

[@crowkangi]

I love seeing genius musicians aging well and not clinging to old patterns. its a cliche to have brilliant stars burn out and die young but in such much of the world music the masters are over 35. its like you aint shit until you've lived enough to know what the blues are about. its good to know that people like Thom are out there still carrying the torch and lighting the way with their wisdom.

[@lelandbobpalmer]

What a great interview! More of a conversation than an interview, which I think is the way it should be. Very deep, calm, thoughtful and relaxed. Thanks a bunch :-)

[@brooksdurham8244]

Kenneth Lorentzen all they need is a couple of drinks & a nice brunch. I think they are very comfortable talking to each other, and that’s great

[@lelandbobpalmer]

:-) Guess they also knew each other to begin with, if you see the whole interview.

[@minseongkoh]

I should study English with this interview. I can’t understand anything here LOL

[@Xtiansldrs]

This is thee greatest part of “age” - when these phenomenal artists are finally comfortable in their own skin- beyond caring about judgement of anything else for that matter, and opening their heart to this wealth of wisdom...to share with all of their admirers. If one thinks about it...their words, while innocently spoken in an interview- are just as powerful yet in a different way...as their music. In a completely different mental aspect. Their music is beyond words, and then we get this fantastic, cerebral endorphin jolt. So strange if thought about past a topical level, because it’s really a direct raw access that we are being privileged to, which is exactly what and how they go through the steps of their artistic masterpieces- and in this case since Thom has had various experiences, we get to hear about more than just I’m sure, what a lot of us weren’t expecting. This interview was like getting a bunch of gifted Easter Eggs. Essentially, we’re given a pass to that little bit of understanding how they do it; their thought-process behind it. I dig on listening how *age sorta forces it’s way into these workaholic types (artists exclusive), and how when they actually ‘stop to smell the flowers’, when an unexpected influence in their life yanks their brains interest just long enough to have them explore what just happened (as he’s exposing his new-found interest of the power of ‘sleep’ in its entirety, on a beneficial level). These types of interviewers who’s own genuine interest and admiration is able to scratch past the surface of their “job” strictly by causing, again, a more *raw “human connection”. Splendid interview.❤️ Thom was amazing and gracious with his going beyond, deep and personal, in his answering. Thank you gentlemen.☺️✌️

[@garythomas8664]

I just gained a ton of respect for Thom Yorke while watching this. I'm amazed at how deep his musical genius goes...as well as his bandmates.

[@DavoGalavotti]

"You know you are in trouble when people stopped listening to sad music." - 26:33

[@simonl1785]

Sad songs are beautiful Steven Wilson made 3 gems for sure

[@diaznuts5947]

oh my god thank you, i was looking for it

[@LondoncallingDiane]

This is one of the best interviews I've seen - He refers to his music as sad, He's humble - Radiohead is working on a higher consciousness. Cheers Zane, super enjoyed.

[@fridabu.b6761]

This is such a treat seeing him just talk. The supreme god of music

[@bgboof7482]

@d R He never discredited the other members. Just giving Thom Yorke his flowers, calm down.

[@TahoeNevada]

Fuuuuuck! I remember seeing “Radiohead” at a free show in San Francisco in 1993! I put quotes around it, because for whatever reason (I’m guessing hangover, or jet lag, or both) the band never showed. It was just Thom all by himself with an acoustic guitar. Great set!

[@キラキラくりくり頭]

That must have been awesome

[@lauraforestdog1609]

I think a bootleg exists of that! Is that where he sang Buckley's "Sing a Song For You"? That must have been amazing.

[@TahoeNevada]

@@lauraforestdog1609 Probably. I really only heard the show the one time live in 1993.

[@Saybleu]

He has matured ( very nicely. Go back and watch interviews from the OK Tour ) into what he is. A brilliant artist. Thank God we have him in the world.

[@arcticmonkey3]

This makes me so happy to listen to Thom laugh...he seems to be in a good place these days! Back in the 90s his seeming endless misery had me worried we might have another Cobain on our hands. Thanks Thom, you'll never know how much you've meant to my life :)

[@avedic]

I'm watching this again.......for probably the 5th time. And it just makes me wish Thom did more interviews. Seriously. He's SUCH a smart humble cool creative awesome human being. I just adore him to a ridiculous degree. This interview is perfect. I'd love to see more stuff like this....

[@magalihchldr8262]

His last reply is so full of emotions. I wasn't even in front of the screen but could feel it in his voice. This man is real ❤️

[@austinpoznoski3083]

i like that they cut out the swearing except for the parts where they didnt

[@bluekate123]

IkR

[@djackson006]

😂🍻

[@bleatinggoat3808]

Thom has to be my favorite person in this world.

[@BGzGamersVoid]

Hes a beautiful human being with even more beautiful music

[@monty0289]

I'll bet neither of you know the guy

[@beepst]

Thom has to be my favorite cat in this world.

[@teddybears4life240]

Bleating Goat yup

[@debonaire_nerd]

Noel Gallagher, bitch

[@2102paola]

I have been a Radiohead fan for many years and I feel this is the best interview that Thom Yorke has ever shared. Former interviews helped quenching the thirst of connection that his fans needed, but they often felt strained and painful. This is what appears be an off the cuff, spontaneous interview that is so, so refreshing for real Radiohead fans. Like most fans I had resigned myself to the impossibility to feel a real connection with the real people who were creating this incredible, sometimes life changing music. There was often the feeling that Thom Yorke had some atavic fear or shyness of being himself when projecting to the public. Nearly a fear of identifying himself with his music and reluctance to accept the fact it was so resonant to so many people. I know there is no duty from any artist to share the process of creation, to share the doubts and the agonies of delving inside yourself and projecting through an art medium. However, I felt there was always something missing: a lack of acknowledgement of a mutual sharing of emotions and dismay and anguish. And hope as well. This is a new Thom Yorke, who sounds comfortable in his own skin and does not wish to run away from the millions of people he has so greatly affected through his music. It may be age related, but it is a truly nice development. Thank you!

[@nicedream1990]

Im so happy I live in a time where Thom Yorke makes music. He will never know the things he's done for people and the lives he has touched. Thank you Thom.

[@Tire.Dude.42]

This man sets an example for me to continue on with my life and go with the flow. Thank you Mr. Yorke.

[@gvulture1277]

Lovely to see Thom so open to talk these days. I want to start something creative for myself to understand the emotions Thom goes through with his work, must be a feeling like no other.

[@bananaboydan3642]

G Vulture go for it!

[@teachthechildren2]

He is a beautiful creature. I love Thom Yorke. So intelligent. So talented. So uniquely handsome.

[@bigneon_glitter]

Fascinating to hear Thom so grounded, present, & genuine. An artist of alien genius who reveals himself to be a humble creative who works extraordinarily hard to construct work of alien genius.

[@redbridge_music]

What a great interview, err, I mean discussion. Just brilliant. The opportunity to speak with Thom in this relaxed laid back format. Once in a lifetime and we're all lucky to have a chance to listen in. THANK YOU!!

[@debigribs9458]

37 minutes of pure thom yorke? I love it

[@sebo9872]

This was a great interview....really enjoyed getting to hear Thom speak like this. Thanks for everything, Thom!

[@jimmythemadostrich8947]

...but please Thom, never wear those trousers again.

[@Koshirozation]

i love it when they high five each other dawn chorus really is something else

[@NessJr]

Sergej Lovrekovic Dawn Chorus made me cry today

[@victorvilela2627]

Amazing artist, so honest and humble, such a beautiful soul

[@danielhiguera2182]

To see his genuine heartfelt gratitude at the end was so beautiful!

[@user-xe7um4pv8i]

Thom was like, "Yeah, I'll go with the leather pants today."

[@cindyvanlaar8891]

Exactly thought! Refreshingly our dreamer in this conversation.

[@arvinzabihi]

you know your'e in trouble when people stop listening to sad music :)

[@btmalo6817]

Well said Arvin! This sounds crazy but I love sad songs, especially Thom's and Radiohead's. There's a connection that actually makes me feel better!

[@RodolfoCarvajal]

Reference: 26:31

[@MrTchupam]

Ironic but true... life is realy complex.

[@Nowhy]

I see almost all the stuff on the radio and TV as sad music/shows even though it is constructed to "feel good".

[@Nowhy]

@@btmalo6817 here is a funny song: AJJ - Sad Songs (Intermission)

[@bjornfelle]

I love how surprised he was to hear the impact he has had on Zane. It's like he has no idea how important he is and how loved he is by so many.

[@pervenchemusic]

He probably does realise but I imagine when you think about that it puts a lot of pressure on yourself

[@nobody76-qx1ou]

I seen Thom in 2020 in Edinburgh, and just WOW!!!! I CAN DIE HAPPY 😂❤

[@tovmusic]

Thom seems to let his walls down for this interview, whereas in the past he was understandably very protective. I don't know if experience, being a parent, or overcoming pain has made him more trustful of people. But it's nice to see that he's more ok with talking openly these days. Not oversharing but not overly suspicious of anyone either.

[@circling-girl]

That ended on such a beautiful note. Wonderful interview. And all the talk about going through the Kid A/Amnesiac archives!!!! I really hope that they release something for the anniversary like they did with OKNOTOK.

[@myleswoods8371]

hope you liked it

[@KristaWaple]

This was a fantastic interview. I think I learned more about Thom both as an artist and as a person from watching this than I have from any other interview. And of all of the great information he shared here about his experiences creating and performing, what brought me the most joy was what he said at the very end about his happiness and gratitide for his life situation. I love it!

[@mammon_is_god]

Thom, clearer and more focused than ever. Way to go, Thom. Keep up your health.

[@danielblackwarrior]

Thom's lack of ego is a superpower.

[@XAVIERCUERVO]

we all had an R.E.M period in the 90's ....i think

[@jedrashidul6952]

Lol

[@auroraborealis6398]

not me^^

[@ezraminard2986]

Except me, I was born in 2005😂 big Radiohead fan, and REM

[@janmeyjayshukla3276]

That's me in the corner

[@onurbozdag8431]

Yeah how funny REM gets in to the conversion from different dimension.

[@jogon7914]

Great chat. Thom's such a down-to-earth, humble bloke. Zane has always been a good interviewer. Wasn't planning on watching the whole 38 minutes but it was great to listen to. Like what Thom said about how hard it is to "get people angry" (about issues) "you can get them worried, but not angry (enough) " s what he means. Very insightful bloke with depth and a genius musical soul.

[@tonyrevsoc99]

glad to hear that about naps.. am going to stop beating myself up about it

[@venefica2537]

He's adorable. I'd listen to him for hours straight in pure joy

[@emopupradio]

Seeing Thom so friendly and relaxed, not trying to leave, not trying to avoid questions- is so cool!

[@archerunder6976]

I like the fact that he started with I’m 50 now. Whoo hoo, here’s to being 50. Always making me feel better about myself. Thank god for Thom Yorke.

[@n00bie96]

Daily reminder that Thom Yorke is short for _Thomsicle New Yorkshire_

[@Julsies7]

n00bie man I love this so much

[@raidenwave4219]

hm, always thought it was Thomson Lord of Yorke

[@AndrewCraigPianoPlayer]

Thom Yorke is not his real name???

[@markf226]

@@AndrewCraigPianoPlayer I asked the same question!?!

[@jorgepeterbarton]

Thomosexual

[@iawnlad]

This interview is beautiful. Thank you guys. Thom is one so down to earth. One of the best albums this year. Close to schlagenheim.

[@dMoniker]

I will never forget October 2000. Kid A dropped and changed things forever. Seen them live in a massive tent a few days later. What a time.

[@PJPlaysGuitar813]

Same. I had followed them since Pablo, and OK was my first tour, but Kid A was like seeing them become more of themselves. I'll never forget getting that album and hearing it. Mind blown and music altered forever.

[@dominoplay3712]

that's fcking awesome, you lucky bastards. I'll never forget my sister giving me tape with Kid A on it. I was 9.

[@Penny_Royalty]

Im not used to this many words coming from Thom in one sitting

[@seankelly1291]

The care required to allow for a group of people to improvise freely, with self confidence as well as humility. The ongoing care, through the creation process, where we can still be our true selves, allow each other the be their true selves. And trusting that process. That’s the subtle, highly personal, professional space we all need. Yes, the collaboration, where you also feel that your vision is actually being realized... the subtlety. The subtlety. The feeling and production happening in concert. Love this interview so deeply. So authentic.

[@gpeddino]

Now I'm actually interested in reading "Why We Sleep" as well. Sounds fascinating.

[@KphexTwin00]

It's a brilliant book. Quite scary also.

[@cancerparty]

Yes! It's FABULOUS. So interesting, and the health implications of poor sleep are staggering. Do check out the author's podcast with Joe Rogan. Very entertaining.

[@KphexTwin00]

@@cancerparty yeah was a brilliant podcast.

[@mireillesunshine]

It's really a great book ♥

[@sirbarnabyst.johntoffingto9017]

Gui Porto ....we sleep because we're tired * * £8.99 saved. You're welcome! 🎩

[@carter_tate]

literally crying after that last part... protect thom at all costs

[@mirdja83]

For someone who has also been bullied and suffered anxiety and panic, he is great inspiration. I find it comforting he is this relaxed now. Getting there.

[@JamesRone]

The last remark really got to me. Obviously, the edit implies that it was supposed to, but it worked. He's grateful that he can still process the events of his life through creating things "because it means he's still alive". Earlier in the interview, he seems genuinely awed by the fact that his idiosyncratic take on his world is resonant to so many others. It's a struggle to be a creative person who can't help but process the world through making stuff, but to find it resonant to so few. I wonder whether artists of his ilk would ever find an audience today, when so much of the proliferative work is done by the artist.

[@leoonthego5077]

I almost cried with this amazing interview. Zane Lowe was so excited and did an amazing interview. What I love about Thom Yorke is the fact that he ALWAYS makes me say "WOW"

[@obel2906]

I would love to see Thom explaining dreams to all the kids of the other four members

[@maxhoe]

"IT'S LOU REED! IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD ASK HIM??"

[@kevinr.3542]

He respects the process and possibilities of an interview done well

[@nickmoranis2865]

Which one of your girlfriends cried the loudest when you beat the shit out of them? Love to ask him that!

[@whangie1]

Nick Moranis Does he beat women up?

[@sirbarnabyst.johntoffingto9017]

Max Legate ...if Lou Reed was alive today, he'd no doubt be a very sick man!

[@Jesse-fk3xc]

thom understands lou was the master of rock n roll

[@irishbear76]

Thom Yorke gives us all a bit of his life force with every note. Humbling that such genius exists, but even more humbling it is given freely to us. His very essence is Art. His very existence is music.

[@grayrachelle]

I have narcolepsy and I'm autistic and I freaking love Thom Yorke's breakdown of REM, sleep, and naps. YES NAPS ARE THE BEST.

[@diellovalentine8498]

I just watched ANIMA on Netflix.I needed to come here and thank Thom for The Dawn Chorus.It’s so beautiful.

[@piperjo99]

I never tire of this man's creativity and thoughts.

[@DudeWhoSkates69]

A very beautiful and inspiring interview from Thom. I truly enjoyed the album, *ANIMA* and all its meaning and beauty with its dreamy dystopian-esque sounds that are enlightening. “Dawn Chorus,” is absolutely beautiful and during times like these, we really need artist like Thom to awaken people. A very inspiring artist. Thank you our One Eye King. Thank you for the full interview XL recordings. 🙏🏻

[@axwell52]

the last minute got in me tears. this man saved my life.

[@RT-he7wo]

Holy shit! One of the best interviews ever, sort of a meta-interview but incredibly insightful of both participants. I want to see more from this guy. And Thom Yorke.

[@StopmotionStudios13]

Totally. A very self aware interview. Making it less fake. Which is precisly how Thom wouldnt want it.

[@nikiriot]

The final thought was so beautiful, I'm genuinely happy for Thom Yorke, he's been through a lot and there so much we can know as followers/fans, so I'm happy he is happy and gives me hope

[@Jim73]

I love this guy so much. One of a handful of incredibly intelligent musicians capturing the zeitgeist of the 90s and Oughts and more.

[@ThePearlsofGray]

This interview is a privilege to watch 😊 It must have been amazing to sit there in person and vibe with Thom and have him share so openly. The ending kind of put a lump in my throat.

[@d.b.2997]

I am with you Mr. Yorke. Love napping and I most always dream. It is essential. Glad you guys are doing well. Love Radiohead.

[@DavidD-un5oy]

The guys a genius. Like being a contemporary to Mozart. I’ve travelled around to many of his shows but the pandemic stole the last two from me. So I bought a Prophet and learned how to play the songs. Imagine buying a clavier and learning Mozart when he lived. Magic.

[@lsweed]

I 100% agree. Why doesn't everyone on the planet know this fact?

[@ferghalhughes2510]

This interview is amazing. Its less of an interview and more of two friends talking about life experiences and the thought that goes into their craft. Great stuff