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Universal acclaim- based on 1244 Ratings
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Mixed: 20 out of 1244
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Negative: 90 out of 1244
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krakensidMar 13, 2006i didn't think they could go any further. i was proved very wrong.
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Mr.BeastMar 15, 2006You can't 'Rate' this thing. It is insane. It makes other stuff sound shallow and unsophisticated. It takes 'The Top 100 Albums Of All Time' and thrusts it to one side, maybe entering it at an easy Rank 0.
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PoppyMar 2, 2006The best
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-Blank-Mar 24, 200610 doesnt even seem to give this album a sufficient rating. !
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LachlanWApr 5, 2006One of the best CDs of all time. Not as good as OK Computer, but nothing is.
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MacarionMacarionJun 11, 2006The reviewers who gave this less than a 10 do not understand the point of music. I have no idea why this is rated lower than Hail to the Thief, although both are great.
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SteveFJul 10, 2006Amazing record, nothing short of genious
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DrewJul 10, 2006Amazing how this release polarizes Radiohead fans. I "liked" OK Computer, but Kid A wasn't something that you can compare to other releases...even by Radiohead. It is something that is in it's own space and time. If you are looking for these guys to "rock", don't bother. Listen to this with open ears, and you will be amazed. For those who like to be challenged by music.
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MorrisLJul 23, 2006
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AndyAug 22, 2006Some memorable tracks but not as important as OK Computer or the Bends.
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PoppyAug 25, 2006The best
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CapuSep 13, 2006
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DaveNSep 22, 2006Radiohead's first electronica CD is absolutely brilliant. Spawned by their discovery of Sigur Ros, Radiohead decided to become even more unique than they already were. This isn't as good as The Bends or Ok Computer, but any fan of electronica music or Radiohead in general should check this out.
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DavidHSep 5, 2006
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JimboNov 1, 2007Absolutely stunning I think resonance might need to give it another listen! WANKERS.
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trojanponyOct 13, 2007Simply the best album I've ever had the privilege of hearing. Re-defined my idea of music.
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RobbieCDec 9, 2007An historic and seminal piece of work.
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nsmithJan 5, 2007yeah, it may be like 6 or so years since this album was releases. i just want to stick my middle finger up to every one who dissed this album. not experimental?!?! preschool?!?! jesus christ you people need to quit listening to k fed and fall out boy and understand true greatness when it punches you in the face.
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NeilRMar 18, 2007I've listen to this album in its entirety at leat 150 times. This album is truly a great work of art. It is not for everyone but neither is caviar and/or Dali.
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BrianBMar 26, 2007In what universe is The Moon and Antarctica better than this album?
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DeezlPApr 23, 2007
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JasonBApr 29, 2007A modern classic. Original and thought provoking with loads of depth. Not to be judged until after two or three listens at minimum.
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ErikHSep 9, 2007Is this album as good as the decade-defining OK Computer? No, but it's a lot closer than people think. I honestly listen to this album substantially more than either OKC or The Bends.
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GrantC.Nov 29, 2008
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BenFJan 28, 2008
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JuLM-Jan 6, 2008One of the best albums of the history
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NoahH.Mar 2, 2008
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LeeteF.Apr 18, 2008
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mikecJun 9, 2008To give this album anything less than a ten begs the question, "Did you even listen to it?" This album is unbelievable, one of the best records ever released.
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NiallMSep 10, 2008With OK Computer Radiohead managed to break into the mainstream with intelligent and magnificent alternative rock. With Kid A they spectacularly broke out of it, seemingly much to the confusion of the mainstream press who in the two days they had to review it, really didn't get it. Anyway listen to it for two months and you'll realise how great it is.
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SamerMSep 30, 2008
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fcofOct 15, 2009After universal acclaimed "OK Computer" Radiohead turned out with a genius follow up... Of course they changed the formula, for better. Kid A is a representation of a worl-wide arena filler band, that turns out with their most groundbreaking still natural album to date.
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JohnRApr 20, 2009A very good album by Radiohead but sparse in some parts which works for some songs and not for others. A great follow up to OK COMPUTER.
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FionnKApr 27, 2009this is an album that any one who plays music should be proud of they didn't only push them selfs but music as a whole its just a shame more don't fallow DON'T DO WHAT YOU THINK EVERYONE WANTS YOU TO DO DO WHAT YOU WANT TO.
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leighmJun 24, 2009The timing, the tone, and the music are perfect. one of the best records ever.
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TannerC.Jul 17, 2009The greatest album ever made.
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GaryT.Aug 27, 2001
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J.KnoxNov 8, 2003I am not a writer but this album is brilliant....see Pitchfork's review
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ZohaibAJan 24, 2004This CD is good to listen in the car loud.
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alfonsofFeb 12, 2004they remind me of the beatles...
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NathanUJul 29, 2004
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noiseboyFeb 11, 2006
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jdgMar 31, 2006A f*cking masterpiece.
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PatrickOMay 14, 2006
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SAVAGETOASTJun 13, 2006Radiohead is CAH(cool). This CD is great if you listen to it a lot. It is a classic Radiohead album with its own individual eerie feel to it. Idioteque and Optimistic own and all in all...so does this album.
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GeoffSAug 14, 2006This album reminds me of floating on a cloud... a cloud of EXTREME PARANOIA!! ABAHABALALH!!!
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shaungAug 27, 2006
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sethisawesomeNov 5, 2007This is one of those rare things that divides people like the little debbie pastry line. people seem to either love it or hate it. i happen to love it. a lot. i literally FELT the music here, the strange and unexpected sonic intricacies seemed to coarse through my very soul upon first listen, and they still do today.
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TimrOct 18, 2007If i could, i would if it an 11. there is a beauty one cannot discribe. morning bell chimes to me every time i hear of radiohead.
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poopheadJan 25, 2007resonance? yeah, so this is one of the most groundbreaking albums of the 21st century.
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AyrtonL.Oct 26, 2007The best record of the century. (This is non-negotiable boyos).
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FillyMar 21, 20077 years and the cd keeps getting better.
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SeanP.May 22, 2007The apotheosis of "grower" and "before-its-time." I'm still in the process of "getting" this album, and their other albums, for that matter.
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NEJun 17, 2007
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MaxMJun 21, 2007This is my favorite album next to Amnesiac. It's hard to believe Radiohead can create two great albums within two years.
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ChadM.Feb 13, 2008
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DanHJun 23, 2008The aural equivalent of a James Joyce novel. "Treefingers" is weak for me, as is "In Limbo"; everything else is stunning. Hence the 9. If you liked this, get "Neon Golden" by the Notwist - its actually better than Kid A.
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TheConglomerate*Mar 16, 2009
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chrisnMay 25, 2009For everyone who's criticising this album, i would love to see you do better with the help of 5 other people. chances are you will never, ever accomplish anything close to kid a. that is why radiohead have the recognition and you don't. i'd rather it stayed that way.
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LeahTJul 28, 2009Radiohead's third straight masterpiece after The Bends and OKC. Simply stunning - a grower for some. But can anyone here claim to have ever heard a song more beautiful than "how to Disappear Completely"? I challenge it. Radiohead takes risks and consistently redefines genres. No one's ever written anythinglike The National Anthem. Yorke is a genius.
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ChaiseWSep 14, 2009
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PatrickK.Dec 22, 2001
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RobertPDec 24, 2006haha... Who the hell are "Resonance"?
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Sep 5, 2010thus album moves you from start to finish. it tells a rich story. it is radioheads finest and no album will ever top this. Some like Sgt. peppers lonely hearts club band and ok computer got close, to name a few, but not this good. A+ job. the best album ever.
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Sep 7, 2010An absolutely groundbreaking effort and quite a gutsy change of direction after the phenomenal success of OK Computer (1997). I actually think Amnesiac is a bit of an improvement, but let's be honest, with a Radiohead album, there usually isn't much room for that. A lovely record.
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Oct 30, 2010An album at the forefront of its time & a complete work of art. The first time I heard it it was like nothing I had heard before. The influence of this album will resonate for generations...
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Nov 19, 2010This album is quite literally perfect. I can't honestly think of anything bad to say about it, except that Treefingers should be a little bit shorter.
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Jan 7, 2011Kid A is a very playful album. all sorts of musical elements in this album. Thom Yorke's voice soars high in this album. "The National Anthem" sounds like a track that is spiralling out of control. The opener "Everything In It's Right Place" sounds distorted, and "Idioteque" is like an electronic funk song that sounds amazing. All In All, Kid A is a very good album. B+
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May 6, 2011If I had the choice, I would give up this album just so as to stop Amnesiac spawning, though I would miss great songs like Everything In Its Right Place, Optimistic, Idioteque and Morning Bell (which directly led to Morning Bell/Amnesiac, which was weak compared to the original, to say the least).
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Jul 21, 2017Only scored an 80, yet it was the most popular pick for album of the decade. Obviously, it needed some hindsight, but I found it to be a classic the first time i heard it. I think this one is better than ok Computer.
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May 25, 2011It's a beast for sure, but one that will reward you with time.
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Aug 6, 2011Along with Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, this album defined the 2000s. Thom Yorke is an unnerving genius. Probably their best record. Perfect for losing your mind.
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Oct 6, 2012Kid A, can't nobody top that. Better than Rush, better than Coldplay, and better than Soundgarden, Radiohead brings the mixture of alternative indie rock and UK grunge to another level. Quite possibly one of the greatest albums of all time.
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Sep 14, 2011Radiohead continues being a great band by changeing their sound and its for the best. Bands have to evolve or they will become stale and boring but thankfully that won't happen to radiohead. Also this is my favorite album by them.
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Oct 6, 2011Amazing album. It may not be the most accessible album (It took me a few listens to get into it), but it certainly is one of the best. Not like their earlier albums, but then again, every Radiohead album is different.
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Nov 15, 2011This is the greatest album of all time, in my opinion.
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Nov 15, 2011Easily an album that helped shape the music scene as we know it now. With the leap from the critically and commercially successful sound of OK computer they made what in my opinion is the greatest album of the 00's. Absolute perfection.
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Jul 21, 2012A strange blockbuster. Like getting a completely new yet intelligent perspective on the world you've come to sense in the same old light. I've always thought that the insecurities and pressure on the band was present beneath the perfect production, and it comes to draw focus from the sharp world-diagnoses Radiohead crafts so well.
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Jan 28, 2012A perfect fantasy. Radiohead album created a surreal concept of eternal confusion in our minds. The imaginary and where least expected, "Everything In It's Right Place" takes us crashing to the beginning of a disturbing soundtrack. The best album I heard in my life.
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May 14, 2012i cannot describe this album accurately with words, but if i had to try, i'd say it's the incarnation of bliss. this is one of the three or four albums that completely warped my perception of music and pushed me into a deeper, fuller, greater appreciation of music.
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Feb 22, 2013Radiohead's magnum opus and their most ambitious, risky record yet. It came at a time when the pressure to follow-up a monumental album was monstrous, and the result was this drastic change in aesthetic and attitude that marks the band's celebrated ideal of reinventing themselves on every new record they release. a masterpiece from start to finish.
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Jul 30, 2012This is one of those albums that grow on you. When I first heard this, I hated it... I strongly recommend this now. This is actually a quite diverse album, songs range from slow, percussion-less, moody songs like "Treefingers" through more standard songs like "Optimistic" to dance-able songs like "Idioteque".
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Oct 9, 2012without a doubt one of the greatest albums i've ever listened to. the entire thing has such a great electronic flow and blends together so nicely. great to listen to on a rainy day.
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Jun 3, 2013It amazes me how low the scores are fort radiohead albums. Radiohead have some of the most amazing, mind opening music in the world, just listen to the song Kid A and try and imagine stuff. its insanely good.
As with all Radiohead albums, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Its clear its not for everyone though, just by some of these reviews. Try hard and you wont be disappointed. -
Dec 18, 2017A beautifully haunting, distopian and chilling album from Radiohead. Making my vinyl collection for sure, I'm just here to show appreciation for this album.
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Jan 4, 2014Underrated at its time, this is by far the best and most innovative album of the decade 2000's (2000-2009). This is a reborn Radiohead and a band at its best.
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Comparing this to other albums is like comparing an aquarium to blue construction paper.... It's the sound of a band, and its leader, losing faith in themselves, destroying themselves, and subsequently rebuilding a perfect entity. In other words, Radiohead hated being Radiohead, but ended up with the most ideal, natural Radiohead record yet.
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SpinRadiohead have completely immersed themselves in the studio-as-instrument--signal processing, radical stereo separation, and other antinaturalistic techniques. Even the precious Guitars--saturated with effects and gaseous with sustain--resemble natural phenomena rather than power chords or lead lines. Essentially, this is a post-rock record.... Kid A is not only Radiohead's bravest album but its best one as well. [Oct 2000, p.172]
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For an album that apparently grew out of the band trying to get away from melody, there's a lot of it here. They can't help themselves. They try to do a song with a robotic dance beat, load it up with bleak phrases like "laughing till my head comes off" and "take the money and run" and "this is really happening," call it "Idioteque" for chrissake, and what stands out are not the beat and not the phrases or the apparent concept of dance music being silly when horrible things are happening in the world, but the seven or eight different heartwrenching vocal lines and the amazing way they intertwine.