In Rainbows
by Radiohead
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  1. tinord
    Aug 17, 2011
    10
    Radiohead was reached its maturity, making the perfect balance of synths, acoustic instruments and hard driven guitars. The feeling is so true, honest, sad, melancholic; makes me think they still leave music flow through their feelings to create what we have now in this album. This is my favorite album of the decade and a one that defined this time of my life. Thanks Radiohead for such aRadiohead was reached its maturity, making the perfect balance of synths, acoustic instruments and hard driven guitars. The feeling is so true, honest, sad, melancholic; makes me think they still leave music flow through their feelings to create what we have now in this album. This is my favorite album of the decade and a one that defined this time of my life. Thanks Radiohead for such a great album.… Expand
  2. LetzTalkMoveez
    Jan 8, 2013
    10
    A fully-realized new style for Radiohead in '07 lead to one of the best albums ever made, a rich, textural paradigm appropriately composed of an emotional juxtaposition of equal parts melancholy and joyous exploration of new ideas, new feelings. Instrumentally, you can't do better and Thom's voice on this thing has literally brought me to tears.
  3. Ashwin
    Sep 18, 2011
    10
    As for yes this is true Radiohead as always with always changing rhymes, clearer and sophomore instruments making our brain constantly searching for something. The talent of the band's members here comes to life in a strategic way to make us feel hidden pleasures, desires and wants.

    Concluding in a great Radiohead way.
  4. Ricko
    Jun 15, 2017
    10
    For me "In Rainbows" is a classic. Undoubtedly one of the albums of the 00's. At 10 tracks the album is edited and trimmed so that there is not a weak second on the album. "Faust Arp" is the only thing that is not completely sublime on this. This remains Radiohead's strongest work since "Kid A". "15 Steps" (what a way to open proceedings), "Nude", "Weird Fishes", "All I Need", "Reckoner"For me "In Rainbows" is a classic. Undoubtedly one of the albums of the 00's. At 10 tracks the album is edited and trimmed so that there is not a weak second on the album. "Faust Arp" is the only thing that is not completely sublime on this. This remains Radiohead's strongest work since "Kid A". "15 Steps" (what a way to open proceedings), "Nude", "Weird Fishes", "All I Need", "Reckoner" are all prime Radiohead cuts. Closing track "Videotape" is another. "In Rainbows" finds the perfect balance between early day and later Radiohead, rhythmic experimentation with tunes and melodies. Phenomenal.… Expand
  5. graham132
    Nov 6, 2011
    10
    There's just something about this album. Each song is unique, but somehow connect. Vastly underrated when compared with Kid A and OK Computer. Where each of these albums had amazing high points, they both had some forgettable tracks. This album has spread its genius out throughout the whole album, peaking with "Reckoner", one of the most haunting songs ever recorded.
  6. JPIngham
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    Outstanding, as expected. Probably Radiohead's most accessible effort; definitely good to start with if you're looking to get into them.
  7. R2IRE
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    Brilliant, brilliant album. It is almost odd at first to hear such personal Radiohead lyrics, but the warmth, missing from other albums brings you back to this one again and again. If I was to have a criticism it would be that, upon first listen, no track really jumps out at you as 'fantastic.' Yet, after two, three, four, five... listens they all jump out together, making this one of theBrilliant, brilliant album. It is almost odd at first to hear such personal Radiohead lyrics, but the warmth, missing from other albums brings you back to this one again and again. If I was to have a criticism it would be that, upon first listen, no track really jumps out at you as 'fantastic.' Yet, after two, three, four, five... listens they all jump out together, making this one of the best albums of that decade.… Expand
  8. StaticBunny
    Nov 16, 2011
    9
    What can I say about this album that hasn't already been said? This is Radiohead's most colorful album, and every track has a lot of enjoyment value.
  9. Lacohfilho
    Jan 28, 2012
    9
    Radiohead once again made â
  10. inexplicable
    Feb 11, 2012
    10
    Unbelievably good , in every sense. I've never heard emotion expressed in music in a more beautiful way. The greatest album Radiohead have ever made.
  11. Akaforty
    Feb 17, 2012
    10
    One of the boiling points of modern music. Absolutely stunning renditions of the finest pieces of music ever written.
  12. gideonosphere
    May 14, 2012
    10
    it was nice to hear radiohead return to playing together again. after all hail to the thief, thom got out of the band's way with his little solo record, and it's nice to see what came of it. this band plays well together in a way that very few other bands can.
  13. TravisFinn
    Aug 17, 2018
    9
    My personal favorite out of the band's whole discography. It's almost a collection of all of Radiohead's strengths. It's colorful, vibrant, and oozes rhythm.
  14. DoctorSpaceman
    Jul 5, 2012
    10
    Now that we're past all the pay-what-you-want hype, we can look at it objectiviely, and realise that this is their bets album, hands down. it's perfect.
  15. OKAmnesiac
    Oct 13, 2012
    7
    Near the beginning I didn't really like it and felt that radiohead had begun to shy away from it's the bends/ok computer beginning(pablo honey didn't really count for most fans) but it started to grow on me as it progressed.
  16. ahern1204
    Oct 6, 2015
    10
    Radiohead's discography is one of the greatest of all-time. Their ability to go from trend followers (Pablo Honey) to trend setters in the alternative rock scene is what makes me appreciate them even more. As great as HTTT was, I felt that they needed to take a step back and find who they were as a band for their next record & that is exactly what they did with In Rainbows. Vocally, thisRadiohead's discography is one of the greatest of all-time. Their ability to go from trend followers (Pablo Honey) to trend setters in the alternative rock scene is what makes me appreciate them even more. As great as HTTT was, I felt that they needed to take a step back and find who they were as a band for their next record & that is exactly what they did with In Rainbows. Vocally, this is the best Thom has ever sounded and this is the most prominent I've heard Greenwood on his bass.

    Here, there is no experimentation, no risk being taken or excessive usage of electronic music - here, there is nothing but Radiohead creating a perfect alternative rock record! While this is not the first record I would recommend for people who are just about to dive into their discography (I would prefer you listen to their records in order so you can appreciate how they evolve over time), this would be the album that I would say is their absolute best.
    Best Songs: Just listen to it all and be amazed!
    10/10    … Expand
  17. JonnyBoy9
    Mar 22, 2013
    9
    Stop telling me what to listen to haters. gtfo of here and go listen to Justin Timberlake or Beyonce if you want über catchy pop on a "great" voice.
  18. Masterpiecx
    Jun 15, 2015
    10
    Truly impressive.

    From 15 Steps to Videotape. It features the best songs Radiohead have ever written. Please don't think it's just Kid A again, it IS different. An experiment what turns into an unforgettable experience. And yes I will never forget the quirky, squeeze sound of Nude or the roar of Jigsaw Falling Into Place. An feel of weirdness and social embarrassment follows up to an    Truly impressive.

    From 15 Steps to Videotape. It features the best songs Radiohead have ever written.
    Please don't think it's just Kid A again, it IS different. An experiment what turns into an unforgettable experience. And yes I will never forget the quirky, squeeze sound of Nude or the roar of Jigsaw Falling Into Place.
    An feel of weirdness and social embarrassment follows up to an explosion of artistic emotionality. Maybe it's just me but its hard to get not emotional while Reckoner turns up or the last chords of Videotape resound.
    A record which is focused on to express the impression in such a sick and fascinating way.

    It feels like Radiohead just have written the background music to your lonely daydreams.
    And as if this was not enough: it is very inspiring, because it shows what true art can do.

    Well this album is from 2007, what happened.

    True artistry is about to help people to believe in their-selves and help them to reach out for the best .

    I think it's very, very sad which way the music industry has put on nowadays.

    This album is in my opinion yeah a reckoner I guess. Just taking you more and more into an manic depression. And fight the demons inside as they are. But will you get over it?..
    And in the end after all this painful sorrow you will feel as you just walked upon a rainbow.

    ...    … Expand
  19. dollface
    Feb 23, 2013
    9
    "In Rainbows" is a colossal of modern music.Joyful,teary and full of humanity.Lyminous lyrics,great vocals,exquisite guitar efforts from Jonny.Best of the best
  20. TripleC
    Feb 17, 2013
    10
    Beautiful and sophisticated. On constant replay. These songs are simply captivating. I hope they do more along these lines, because I can't get enough of this, and I want more!
  21. nicholasbert
    Feb 23, 2013
    9
    A great record, all songs on it are worth listening to, and the best Radiohead since OK Computer. Although this may upset a lot of fans, it might even be better than OK Computer.
  22. guitarmaniac004
    Dec 22, 2017
    10
    Just dropping by to give my favorite album of all time (so far) its review. A lot of people would rank this album lower than OK Computer, or Kid A. But personally, this album is a gem in the radiohead discography. Love every single track on this album. It's 42 minutes of bliss.
  23. Marucosan
    May 13, 2013
    10
    This is the first Radiohead's album I ever listened. My favorite song is 15 Step because the musical arrangement, that is so amazing. The whole album is beautiful and needs to be listened by all.
  24. brockcheese
    Aug 31, 2020
    9
    This is a great album and an excellent update on Radiohead’s sound to make it more electronic. Thom Yorke’s signature voice is still present as he wails over every track.
  25. Xagent86X
    Nov 17, 2014
    10
    It would seem impossible to create an album that in ten songs touches upon grief, death, ecstasy, love, and relationships in 10 songs. Radiohead(my personal favorite band), laughs at this impossibility and instead creates one of the greatest albums I've ever heard.
  26. RockCritic
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    Just pure perfection, easily Radiohead's 3rd best album, behind Kid A, and OK Computer, but this album is a lot different than anything they have ever done. This particular album has beautiful melodies and almost every song on this album you can listen to. Definitely the best of 2008.
  27. dvdson
    Feb 19, 2021
    10
    Sabe PERFEIÇÃO? Perfeição. Um dia melhores albuns criados nessa geração, facilmente um dos melhores da década.
  28. CaptainThom
    Jul 31, 2013
    10
    Amazing album deserves all the praise it gets. In rainbows is a really chilled out album and not as dark as some of Radioheads other work. Great album to relax to with a cup of tea
  29. WillGio
    Sep 7, 2013
    10
    To say In Rainbows was an amazing album is simply an understatement. Radiohead not only created a masterpiece, exceeding any expectation that fans and critics had, but did so in a time where true musicianship was at a very low output. Where some bands may have gave in and reincarnated their sound to fit a mainstream tone, Radiohead took the sounds of alternative rock a craftily arranged itTo say In Rainbows was an amazing album is simply an understatement. Radiohead not only created a masterpiece, exceeding any expectation that fans and critics had, but did so in a time where true musicianship was at a very low output. Where some bands may have gave in and reincarnated their sound to fit a mainstream tone, Radiohead took the sounds of alternative rock a craftily arranged it with symphonic harmonies and electronic beats, making the best album of the 2000s in my opinion. Personally my favorite Radiohead album, as there is no song I dislike. They nailed it on this one, and unfortunately, I think set a bar too high for any future projects, as King Of Limbs, though solid, was a flop compared to In Rainbows.… Expand
  30. mmirliani16
    Aug 26, 2013
    10
    Radiohead's most consistent album to date, In Rainbows is a calming, yet also complex experience featuring beautiful melodies and instrumentation. It is pure artistic perfection in every sense of the word.
  31. Andremax
    Jul 12, 2018
    10
    Best Radiohead album since Kid A. The organic and electronic moments matchs perfectly. Every single song in its right place. These ones can even exhale bizarreness, but in right way and quite less than another albuns, giving place to beauty and, sometimes sensuality (as Nude), making, that way, songs sounds more tasteful and pleasant. Just excellent.
  32. sslevanderbilt
    May 11, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is truly something special. Every track is perfect. In my opinion, this is Radiohead's Magnum Opus. Everything here feels like it belongs & the album gets better with each listen.… Expand
  33. NikoBocce
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    While OK Computer may be Radiohead's best record, In Rainbows is a very close second. Front-to-back phenomenal record.
  34. MitchellKiss
    Oct 6, 2013
    10
    You will hear many hardcore music lovers complain about the lack of great, rythmic, catchy and deep lyrics in recent releases but Radiohead once again demonstrate why they are still relevant and one of the greatest bands to grace the industry by providing us with one of the best albums since, well, KID A.

    I feel you can't give the album a just analysis in 5000 characters but all I can    You will hear many hardcore music lovers complain about the lack of great, rythmic, catchy and deep lyrics in recent releases but Radiohead once again demonstrate why they are still relevant and one of the greatest bands to grace the industry by providing us with one of the best albums since, well, KID A.

    I feel you can't give the album a just analysis in 5000 characters but all I can say is buy/download it and give it a few good listense. It may not be OK Computer level stuff (let's admit, are we ever gonna see something as genius as that again?) but it's superb music.

    10/10    … Expand
  35. nish123
    Feb 3, 2014
    10
    One of my favourite radiohead albums...... there is not one song where you can say "meh"...... and skip it....... the album gets better everytime you listen to it.......
  36. marcmyworks
    May 10, 2016
    8
    Radiohead's 7th album seems like the third act in their experimental electronic soundscape (following KID A and Amnesiac). The album is more grower than shower, but still delivers amazing quality tracks. Download: Nude, House of Cards, Videotape.
  37. EMataV
    Dec 5, 2013
    10
    I would really write this review in spanish to can really express what this album makes me feel every single time I play it. Its the only perfect album from Radiohead in my opinion. Since "15 step" begins, my ears starts to feel something unique and special. Its beat, the bassline, the ondes martenot sounds and the lyrics are just wonderful. Then "Bodysnatchers", one the most rocker songsI would really write this review in spanish to can really express what this album makes me feel every single time I play it. Its the only perfect album from Radiohead in my opinion. Since "15 step" begins, my ears starts to feel something unique and special. Its beat, the bassline, the ondes martenot sounds and the lyrics are just wonderful. Then "Bodysnatchers", one the most rocker songs on their catalog. "Nude", my personal favorite track on this album and in their whole career, it has some beauty that any other musician had make feel ever. The following track, "All I need", is so dark, so tense, so creepy at times that makes me feel goosebumps and it has that beautiful endind that just makes feel orgasmated. "Faust arp", with that "new" style to sing on Thom's voice is unnatural. "Reckoner: PERFECT TRACK! And then the last 3 tracks, essential in Radiohead's career, but they are like just one piece that should be listened together to understand what it really is. In my whole life, this is the only album I play if I'm sad or angry or better if I'm happy, not matter the season, the hour, the circumstances, its perfect.… Expand
  38. Charlyrockstar
    Apr 14, 2014
    10
    the best album of radiohead that I never heard, is the great album with balance, to the great album of great heavy and the great level of the bends and ok computer, the fans should have in this private collection, in format CD, or Downloaded, is the best album of 2000's era of RADIOHEAD
  39. BetterOffDead_
    Jul 11, 2014
    10
    This is Radioheads 7th studio album and it doesn't disappoint, if your into Radiohead you will know they like a change, from Ok Computer to Kid A. This album really showcases Thom Yorke's vocal range and there creativity with the unique rhythm the tracks have, this album was also produced well. You can tell a lot of effort went into this making this album as a whole, and it payed off.This is Radioheads 7th studio album and it doesn't disappoint, if your into Radiohead you will know they like a change, from Ok Computer to Kid A. This album really showcases Thom Yorke's vocal range and there creativity with the unique rhythm the tracks have, this album was also produced well. You can tell a lot of effort went into this making this album as a whole, and it payed off. Radiohead decided to release this album on there site, letting everyone decide what there willing to pay for it. Which worked out well for them. The first two tracks on this album are different from the rest with having a more up beat to them, and the other 8 tracks having a slower rhythm to them. each instruments fitting in perfectly with the tracks, they also flow together well. The lyrics are clever and are backed up by beautiful instruments and Yorke's vocals. It's hard to pick out certain tracks as favorites because there all great. If your a fan of Radioheads earlier albums this might not be for you, there aren't heavy up heat tracks like there where on The Bends. But all up this album came together well, highly recommend it.… Expand
  40. RadioheadLuv17
    Jul 24, 2014
    10
    This album combines all of Radiohead's strengths; the heavy post-punk riff of "Bodysnatchers", the quirky electronica opener "15 Step", the brooding emo pop like "Nude", "All I Need" and the darkly romantic "Jigsaw Falling Into Place" and "Arpeggi". But they also show us new colors (a variety of which credits the album's title "In Rainbows"). On House of Cards the once-so-sinister YorkeThis album combines all of Radiohead's strengths; the heavy post-punk riff of "Bodysnatchers", the quirky electronica opener "15 Step", the brooding emo pop like "Nude", "All I Need" and the darkly romantic "Jigsaw Falling Into Place" and "Arpeggi". But they also show us new colors (a variety of which credits the album's title "In Rainbows"). On House of Cards the once-so-sinister Yorke plays a desperate lover against a jolly acoustic guitar, on Videotape he plays a suicidal optimist against a piano, and on Faust Arp he shows his rapper/Dylan side, only past seen on Wolf at the Door.

    But this is not just a showcase of Radiohead's talents- Hail To The Thief did that just fine- this is a great album. It's emotional & warm, yet bleak and cold, and one listen to this album can change my mood for days. Second only to OK Computer, this shines as a thrilling installment in Radiohead's repertoire.
    Key Tracks: Bodysnatchers, All I Need, Videotape, Reckoner
    Low Points: None, but if I had to choose Nude or Faust Arp.    … Expand
  41. normankant
    Aug 5, 2014
    10
    Radiohead succeeded in making an awesome album using instruments. No effects, all the production went in making crystal-clear the sound of every piece of the puzzle.
    This is an amazing masterpiece.
  42. macadder
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    After all these years it is still visceral, hard breaking and edgy - if it doesn't rip your heart out then you have lost more than you could ever imagine.
  43. moslegend34
    Dec 9, 2014
    10
    'Don't get any...Big ideas...'
    Chilling. I was 18 and in a relationship when Radiohead released this Pay as you wish masterpiece, and I can remember vividly the effect it had on me. Be warned though, its gloomy, depressing, shockingly real and absolutely exquisite.
    Whether it's Yorke's screech in Nude, the shrill keyboard in All I need Greenwood's gorgeous riffs in Faust Arp or Segway's    'Don't get any...Big ideas...'
    Chilling. I was 18 and in a relationship when Radiohead released this Pay as you wish masterpiece, and I can remember vividly the effect it had on me. Be warned though, its gloomy, depressing, shockingly real and absolutely exquisite.
    Whether it's Yorke's screech in Nude, the shrill keyboard in All I need Greenwood's gorgeous riffs in Faust Arp or Segway's delicate cymbals in Reckoner- In Rainbows is a comprehensive symphony of varied and sustained brilance. '
    Fresh out of secondary school, In Rainbows rocked me to the core. It made me question everything about the world and all of my preconceptions; but I suppose that is what we should expect of Radiohead. I must admit Hail to the Thief had made me slightly concerned about where the band was progressing, but one foul sweep, a single listen from beginning to end obliterated any of those and as stated simply raised questions about life.
    Truly brillant. Eleven years on after OK Computer, Radiohead have stormed back into the pantheon of musical greatness.    … Expand
  44. GHarrison
    Mar 19, 2015
    9
    Radiohead's 7th full length LP, their first since 'Hail to the Thief' (2003) brought about a subtle change of approach of creating and indeed distributing an album. This is not only a change which resulted with their best work since OK Computer (1997) and Kid A (2000) and perhaps their best work yet, but may have also started the investigation into the important question, how much is aRadiohead's 7th full length LP, their first since 'Hail to the Thief' (2003) brought about a subtle change of approach of creating and indeed distributing an album. This is not only a change which resulted with their best work since OK Computer (1997) and Kid A (2000) and perhaps their best work yet, but may have also started the investigation into the important question, how much is a piece of music worth in the modern era?
    Putting the album's distributive element to one side the music is amazing throughout, like many of Radiohead's albums prior to this there are no tracks which you are likely to skip, a sign of a truly great record, something the somewhat erratic and slapdash immediacy of 'Hail to the Thief' was guilty of in
    places showing that even at their 15 year stay, at this point, as one of rock music's biggest names, they were still improving, still innovating and refining their ever-changing sound. This album will surely place Radiohead on a well deserved pedestal, if it hasn't already.    … Expand
  45. Fati95
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    One of the best albums that I have ever listened to in my life. Such a brilliant composition by an amazing band. I love listening to it every time I can.
  46. EmmeKira
    May 16, 2015
    8
    The most amazing album Radiohead have put out in the most recent years and the proof that the band even after decades of career is still going strong. The record presents itself as a more intimate and even more dramatic group of songs than Hail to the Thief. The songwriting is very mature and the style resembles the mellow and pessimistic tunes of The Bends or even Pablo Honey, but withThe most amazing album Radiohead have put out in the most recent years and the proof that the band even after decades of career is still going strong. The record presents itself as a more intimate and even more dramatic group of songs than Hail to the Thief. The songwriting is very mature and the style resembles the mellow and pessimistic tunes of The Bends or even Pablo Honey, but with tons of experience to back it up. Truly a masterpiece of our time, although not quite as incredible as The Bends, Ok Computer or Kid A.… Expand
  47. eldude
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    Detailed to perfection, fast tracks slow tracks al flawless, my 2nd favourite from them. Reckoner, 15 Step, Bodysnatcher, Weird fishes, Al I Need, House of cards & Jigsaw falling into place, all instant classics to me.
  48. Boatfromthesea
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    IN RAINBOWS IN RAINBOWSIN AMAZING GREAT MODERN THINKING yayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy 555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555
  49. CromaColors
    Jan 20, 2017
    10
    Life, death and love.
    This album is for me the masterpiece of radiohead, the incorporation of art rock elements makes this album a symphony and a sing of the beauty of the world in life and how this end so fast.
  50. cjam
    Feb 18, 2016
    10
    Finest Radiohead album and possibly the best album of the last decade. One of the warmest Radiohead albums with standout tracks including 15 Step, Weird Fishes/Arpeggi and Reckoner.
  51. thegetaway
    Apr 15, 2021
    10
    Radiohead's most cohesive album. It combines their, The Bends era pop sensibilities, with the more eclectic and experimental nature of later albums like Kid A. It sounds like you're floating in space, enjoying the emptiness around you, as a virus has wiped out the entire civilisation.
  52. PunkNu-Wave
    Sep 4, 2016
    10
    If you only know Radiohead for 'Creep' and 'High and dry' then you should listen to this album. Also if you like all of Radiohead's discography, including 'Kid A' and 'Amnesiac' and their other more experimental work you should listen to this album. If you have no idea what a Radiohead is, you should listen to this album. Basically, you should listen to this album.
  53. elhenzo
    May 14, 2017
    10
    Great album, most of the transitions work very well and all of the songs are great. It didn't overstay its welcome, and I see and agree with people liking this album.
    Favorite tracks: 15 Step, Bodysnatchers, Nude, All I Need, House of Cards
    Least favorite track: Reckoner:
    Rating: 10/10
  54. Gamesearcher1
    Aug 29, 2019
    8
    While, in my eyes, it doesn't live up to all its praise, it's still a wonderful album. The poppier sound and the warmer guitars make the album feel so vibrant, especially on the opener. The album does get a bit less interesting as it goes on, but it keeps Radiohead's amazing consistency. The lyricism is also extremely strong, as to be expected, and Thom's vocals are at a career-high.While, in my eyes, it doesn't live up to all its praise, it's still a wonderful album. The poppier sound and the warmer guitars make the album feel so vibrant, especially on the opener. The album does get a bit less interesting as it goes on, but it keeps Radiohead's amazing consistency. The lyricism is also extremely strong, as to be expected, and Thom's vocals are at a career-high.
    Favourites: Nude, 15 Step, Bodysnatchers (The first 3 songs. Hmmm)
    Least Favourites: Faust Arp    … Expand
  55. sratomasfer
    Apr 6, 2017
    10
    One of the biggest AOTY Grammy snubs of recent memory. Radiohead never stop surprising their listeners. 100 years from now, this album will be remembered.
  56. Eduardomm1
    Sep 13, 2020
    10
    This is the best album of all time and nothing can convince me wrong.......
  57. tino_bandito
    Jan 23, 2017
    9
    Typical ingenious Radiohead writing. Absolutely love the 15/4 feel of 15 Step to start off the album and the typical craziness / falsetto combo of Yorke in songs like Faust Arp.
  58. vojtamarek
    Sep 18, 2020
    10
    This is how a perfect album sounds like. There isn’t much music in this world that you could compare to In Rainbows. This record’s just... Oh my god, why would I even try to explain? Give this one a listen. Or rather a hundred. Experience it. Study it. Keep playing it over and over. This album changed my life & it may change yours, too.
  59. poetsofswift
    Jun 26, 2017
    10
    One of their best albums (and personally my favourite). It's consistent, blissful and emotional. Songs like Nude, Reckoner and Weird Fishes are incomparable to anything that I've ever listened to.
  60. cadet
    Jul 31, 2017
    10
    my personal favorite in the whole Radiohead discography its an album feels like home and that is why the production feels so organic its not too clean or raw its a perfect album that uses both electronic and rock and the album gives out such a unique sound and it also one of their most explosive releases they have ever done. 15 step is a fun song even though Thom vocals are calm and bodymy personal favorite in the whole Radiohead discography its an album feels like home and that is why the production feels so organic its not too clean or raw its a perfect album that uses both electronic and rock and the album gives out such a unique sound and it also one of their most explosive releases they have ever done. 15 step is a fun song even though Thom vocals are calm and body snatchers feels like a updated version of a song from Pablo honey when it comes to instrumentation, nude is a beautiful song and when i said the production feels more organic it really shows in this song when you can here buzz frets from Colin bass and thats like 3 out 10 other amazing and well written songs in this album i cant talk about its one of my favorite albums of all time and it shows how good of an album it is.… Expand
  61. TomekDarda
    Mar 17, 2018
    10
    I remember all the hype when it was released, I was just beginning college back then. Back then it was a cool new offering of a famous alt rock band. Now 10 years after it has grown to become a classic (for that time and listener's pespective are crucial ingredients) and it sound both fresh like today and classic as their other big ones: OKC and Kid A. They've done it and I am proud II remember all the hype when it was released, I was just beginning college back then. Back then it was a cool new offering of a famous alt rock band. Now 10 years after it has grown to become a classic (for that time and listener's pespective are crucial ingredients) and it sound both fresh like today and classic as their other big ones: OKC and Kid A. They've done it and I am proud I could be part of this becoming an evergreen.

    Top: Strange to write that, but everything here seems perfectly fit. Not a single worse moment, which in my books surpasses even OK Computer (Electrioneering sometimes is annoying). Broghtest moment might include coming of the guitar in 15 Step (reminding me a bit of some cool Frusciante RHCP hooks), Bodysnatchers break, Nude's bass, Weird Fishes arpeggis and vocal canon, All I Need Melody and glockenspiel, Faust Arp folky nature, Reckoner's beat, riff and angelic vocals, House of Cards straightforward melody, Jigsaw turning from said story to belting out the vocals, Videotape's funeral piano hook and somberness. And it's all so crisply produces.    … Expand
  62. All_ButTrU4
    Feb 12, 2022
    8
    lacks any pretense: their aesthetic is organic and fluid, indicating a band that responds honestly and artistically to circumstance, rather than one that imposes a rigid, stagnant aesthetic for more idealistic purposes
  63. deadbank
    Mar 24, 2019
    9
    Favorites: 15 Step, Bodysnatchers, Nude, Weird FIshes/Arpeggi, All I Need, Faust Arp, Reckoner, House of Cards, Jigsaw Falling Into Place, Videotape
  64. zJake
    Apr 26, 2019
    10
    A truly beautiful album. Radiohead are a band known for changing things up and creating memorable music. This is one of my favourites from them, only bested by their masterpiece ‘OK Computer’. In Rainbows consists of 10 perfect songs, personal standouts being Nude, Weird Fishes and Jigsaw Falling Into Place.
  65. clem666
    Jan 21, 2022
    9
    Radiohead manage to get further than usually and offer us better lyrics and tracks that benefit from more original structures. Some songs remain classic compared to rock standards, and the others shine by the amazing crescendos they include. The band pays attention to the silences and the instrumental moments are often the most poetic and brilliant of the record. This album feels veryRadiohead manage to get further than usually and offer us better lyrics and tracks that benefit from more original structures. Some songs remain classic compared to rock standards, and the others shine by the amazing crescendos they include. The band pays attention to the silences and the instrumental moments are often the most poetic and brilliant of the record. This album feels very particular, like it was thought to be made on measure to fit perfectly. It proposes raw tracks in addition to soft and dreamy ones. Highly versatile but also very consistent !

    I can't help but make the comparison: I find Tom Yorke's voice and performance very similar to Matthew Bellamy's (from Muse), especially on the end of "Nude".    … Expand
  66. Josuerl2808
    May 10, 2020
    10
    Listen to 'In Rainbows' is an experience introspective, relaxing, comfortable, and so sweet, than you could ignore the sadness and depressing lyrics that this have.
    An album about the meaning of being alive.
  67. bmcdonald1413
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    This album is a 10.0. I’d say it occupies 25% of my music listening. The other 75% by Anima, Kid A, and Doolittle lol.
  68. sklltr
    Apr 20, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best albums ever made. Highly disappointed by All I Need and House Of Cards, but I know others love them so I can excuse it.… Expand
  69. cevans
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    All time favorite, best album I’ve heard literally, radiohead is the GREATEST
  70. wondering
    Sep 25, 2019
    10
    My personally favorite Radiohead album.
    Don't get me wrong, OK Computer is gorgeous but i personally enjoy more this album than any RH album
  71. Para_Lance
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    Amazing record! Possibly my favorite in Radiohead’s discography. It’s much less dreary than their previous albums and the listen is smoother in a sense. Also Nude is one of the most beautiful songs ever recorded.
  72. Codeling
    Sep 8, 2021
    10
    It's perfect. I love how it's experimental like Kid A and OK Computer but still stays rockish.
  73. Paodanto
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best album of ever. It's contains everything i love in the music.
  74. ElFranklo
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    It's easily one of their best albums, 'In rainbows' is a perfect collection of art rock, alternative rock and electronic sounds.
  75. SherlockKiweez
    Oct 23, 2021
    10
    To put it simple: nothing bad to say about this album. every song is great.
  76. Loudontsurf
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    Speechless. In between rainbows. Omg I just can't believe what I heard. OMGGGGGG
  77. NicolasLock
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. just f***ing precious. this album varies greatly in terms of genres, starting with the cheerful 15 step, moving onto that beautiful arpeggi from weird fishes, to the masterpiece jigsaw falling into place, finishing up with the syncopated rhythm videotape. each track from this album has its own soul and originality. radiohead's best album in my opinion… Expand
  78. Dalmx
    Mar 26, 2021
    9
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  79. Junkiest
    May 17, 2021
    10
    This album is amazing. From the chilling transition into the 3rd verse on Bodysnatchers, to the electronic production on All I Need, to Thom's amazing vocals on Reckoner, truly one of the best albums of the 2000's.
  80. Chris182
    Apr 25, 2021
    8
    While i do think this album is pretty overrated, i can't deny how good it is. Tons of great songs are littered across this 10 album. I cant believe they gave this album out for free when it came out.
    Best Songs: Bodysnatchers, 15 Step, Nude, House of Cards
    Worst Songs: Faust Arp
  81. Ignatioss
    May 5, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My favorite album of all time by far with 3 songs that are just unbelievably good. 15 steps, weird fishes , and jigsaws falling into places… Expand
  82. nekyo
    May 16, 2021
    10
    As some may say this is OK Computer II, well it's definitely not. In Rainbows is a whole new world, and I know it can be a little unsettling with all the different genres they explore in it, but that's the magic of the album, which up to date still sounds utterly original and modern. In my opinion Radiohead's greatest work.
  83. pivallejo11
    Jun 20, 2021
    10
    Only 10 alongside with Turn on the Bright Lights. Just a perfect album with absolutely no flaws.
  84. mystified
    Jul 13, 2021
    10
    Brilliant. One, if not the best album of 2007, and a highlight on their discography.
  85. JackY_GriLLs
    Sep 11, 2021
    10
    Right now, this one and "Hail To the Thief" are two of my fav Radiohead albums. Just brilliant.
  86. Gliphy
    Nov 17, 2022
    9
    Not my favourite album, but really good. I so love it. The songs in this album are just a banger by a banger.
  87. Cyzzyx
    May 18, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In Rainbows cannot be described as anything other than a colorful, blissful and powerful experience. With a line of tracks that has no fault (the only one I could possibly consider is Faust Arp due to its less interesting development, but with the context of the album it fits right in), I have no choice other than to give it a 10. 15 Step is a powerful yet melancholic introduction to the project, and it just keeps building up from there until the latter half of the album, where it slows down and ends with one of the saddest songs of all time, Videotape. This project is a journey from the instrumentation to the surprisingly depressing lyricism.

    Favorite Tracks: All of them

    Least Favorite Tracks: None of them    … Expand
  88. fahim98
    Jun 14, 2022
    10
    I love this record so much. My jaw drops after listening to "Reckoner" or "Weird Fishes". God bless this album. Stunning songwriting and performances. "Nude" is a modern classic. Please listen to this album. This is a rock or pop masterpiece. Genre-bending genius. One of the best of their career.
  89. frightopia
    Mar 6, 2023
    8
    A very good album! It'll probably end up growing on me as time passes as a lot of albums do!
  90. Diego_19
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
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  91. Saihodonttop
    Jun 9, 2023
    7
    15 step is awsome

    although bodysnatcher has a great instrumental, i do think thom's vocals arent good. Nude sends you to heaven weird fishes is my fav track in this album, the drums nake it for me All i need is a gigatrack Faust arp is a nice little interlude Reckoner is my least favourite, something about the pairing of thoms vocals and the fast paced instrumental just makes the track    15 step is awsome

    although bodysnatcher has a great instrumental, i do think thom's vocals arent good. Nude sends you to heaven weird fishes is my fav track in this album, the drums nake it for me

    All i need is a gigatrack

    Faust arp is a nice little interlude Reckoner is my least favourite, something about the pairing of thoms vocals and the fast paced instrumental just makes the track less good than the rest of the tracklist

    House of cards is a great tune

    Jigsaw isnt falling into place

    And videotape is probably too minimalistic for me    … Expand
  92. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album mt bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  93. missoshiro
    Jul 1, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. in rainbows is a sensational album from start to finish, by far one of the best experiences I've had listening to radiohead.… Expand
  94. DBowieStan
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    This album is not at top 1 because of cringy TS fans, has to be the best alternative album of this century, a message on every song, this record saved lives, you are another person before hearing this. Radiohead changed the music with this one, weird fishes/arpeggi has to be one of the most beautiful song of all time, composition at what is called perfection. Pure art, 10 out of 10.
  95. Cheeseburgerwit
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album has changed my perspective on music ngl,the meaning of all of the lbum being the fear of death and how to surpase It is beautiful, best song imo nude… Expand
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Metascore
88

Universal acclaim - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. BBC collective
    90
    In Rainbows really does present Radiohead at their most full-blooded and confident.
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  2. Billboard
    80
    Overall, the material feels more human, more honest, more assured.
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  3. Dot Music
    80
    Happily, In Rainbows is pretty, pretty good.
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