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Kid A Mnesia
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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 89 Ratings

  • Summary: The reissue of Radiohead's 2000 album Kid A and 2001's Amnesiac includes a disc of alternative takes and B-sides as well as two previously unreleased tracks.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. The Observer (UK)
    Nov 8, 2021
    100
    [The two previously unreleased songs] comprise a fascinating companion piece for two classic albums.
  2. Mojo
    Nov 4, 2021
    100
    Both of these albums twisted machines to Radiohead's will, to their need to hear soulful songs singing in their wires. And they're resonating still. [Dec 2021, p.102]
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  3. Under The Radar
    Nov 5, 2021
    100
    Long-awaited, Kid A Mnesia is a testament of Radiohead’s phenomenal abilities, and stands as one of this year’s most exciting reissues. Fans of the group may rejoice, while newcomers will receive the full experience of two of the 21st century’s major creative achievements.
  4. Uncut
    Nov 4, 2021
    90
    Extra disc Kid Amnesiae mostly puts a fresh spin on pre-existing material, with just a handful of previously unheard compositions. Hearing them again two decade later, the shock of the new has faded, but the sonic richness and meticulous attention to detail endures. Behind the fizz and crunch and crackle lies a surprisingly lush, soulful beauty. [Dec 2021, p.40]
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  5. AllMusic
    Nov 29, 2021
    90
    As a snapshot of this crucial turning point in the Radiohead discography, Kid A Mnesia presents a band taking its first steps into a thrilling new phase, one that would alter their trajectory and push them further into the unknown.
  6. Classic Rock Magazine
    Nov 5, 2021
    90
    The instrumental How To Disappear Into Strings adds a stentorian dimension to How To Disappear Completely, while Fog ascends to a whole new level of mystery in its Again Again version. Radiohead’s loving tending of their back catalogue wins out again.
  7. Paste Magazine
    Nov 4, 2021
    55
    The third disc, annoyingly titled Kid Amnesiae, starts off promisingly enough with a straight piano version of “Like Spinning Plates.” ... Only four of the 12 tracks here stretch past four minutes, with the majority of them clocking in at under two. That would be excusable if these leftovers revealed anything about what it must have been like to be in the room while making a pair of classic albums.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 19
  3. Negative: 4 out of 19
  1. NWLondon
    Nov 5, 2021
    10
    Perfect! 2 hours of ethereal bliss. Just close the door and switch out the lights.
  2. Jhonnata
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    A splendid album as a work of art. Radiohead is one of the few bands that hasn't sold their soul in order to stay relevant. They deliveredA splendid album as a work of art. Radiohead is one of the few bands that hasn't sold their soul in order to stay relevant. They delivered the best album this year… Expand
  4. fuor22
    May 31, 2023
    10
    the melody is good, the lyrics is beautiful, it is literally a good albums. 10/10
  5. HH1L
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    I suppose this should deserve 100 as OKNOTOK. A superb release! I listened to Kid Amnesiae with great pleasure. Kid A and Amnesiac, like theI suppose this should deserve 100 as OKNOTOK. A superb release! I listened to Kid Amnesiae with great pleasure. Kid A and Amnesiac, like the rest of Radiohead's music, are timeless.… Expand
  6. Ricko
    Dec 13, 2021
    9
    The original "Kid A" and "Amnesiac" albums have already been rated and are classics in their own right. Taking this as the 3 discs togetherThe original "Kid A" and "Amnesiac" albums have already been rated and are classics in their own right. Taking this as the 3 discs together I'd give this a 9/10 release. The 3rd disk is what I will be talking about here though and is a 7/10. The additional material contained in the album "Kid A Mnesia" has a few gems for the completist but it does feel a bit of a missed opportunity. Almost half of the tracks are interlude type tracks that would have worked nicely in between more substantial tracks but on their own sound lacklustre. "Pulk/Pull True Love Waits Version" is one of the real highlights showing one of the bands attempts to nail the song. "If You Say The Word" is another but there were ample tracks from the era that were have been omitted. Any extra Radiohead material is a good thing in my world but having gone to the trouble of going through the archives they could have done a better or at least a more comprehensive job.… Expand
  7. All_ButTrU4
    May 21, 2022
    9
    Almost as good as the original. This reissue is a joy as it compiles most of the Kid A recording sessions into a document of unbridled brilliance.
  8. Bluegaga
    Mar 20, 2022
    0
    One of the worst albums I ever heard, sound like a trash truck, a complete meh

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