Thom Yorke Dismisses Radiohead Reunion Rumors: “I Don’t Give a Flying F—”
For years, Radiohead fans have eagerly speculated about a potential reunion, hoping for new music or even a tour. However, frontman Thom Yorke has made his stance on the matter crystal clear—he simply doesn’t care. In a recent interview, the singer dismissed the persistent reunion rumors with an expletive-laced response, stating: “I don’t give a flying f— about the reunion rumors. No offense to anyone.”
His blunt remark highlights a recurring theme with Radiohead: they move at their own pace, refusing to conform to outside pressures. While many bands from the ‘90s have reunited for nostalgia-driven tours or comeback albums, Radiohead has remained elusive, avoiding any forced revival simply for the sake of it.
A Band on an Indefinite Hiatus, Not a Breakup
Radiohead has not officially broken up, but they’ve been on an extended hiatus since completing their A Moon Shaped Pool (2016) tour. In recent years, the band members have focused on individual projects, leaving fans uncertain about the group’s future. Despite Yorke’s dismissive comments, there have been signs that the band isn’t completely inactive.
In 2024, bassist Colin Greenwood revealed that the band had been rehearsing old songs, describing the sessions as enjoyable but stopping short of confirming any concrete plans. More recently, Radiohead quietly formed a new legal entity, RHEUK2025, fueling speculation about upcoming activity.
Adding to the mystery, the band recently curated a new playlist celebrating the 30th anniversary of The Bends, featuring B-sides and remixes from that era. While it’s not a full-fledged comeback, it’s a subtle nod to their legacy and an indication that they’re still engaged with their past work.
Yorke’s Focus on The Smile and Other Projects
While Radiohead remains on pause, Yorke has been heavily invested in his side project, The Smile, which he formed with guitarist Jonny Greenwood and jazz drummer Tom Skinner. The trio has released two critically acclaimed albums, embracing a more experimental and stripped-down sound compared to Radiohead’s recent work.
Yorke’s dedication to The Smile, along with his film score compositions and solo projects, suggests that he’s content exploring different creative avenues. In his interview, he hinted that the beauty of Radiohead’s dynamic is that they don’t feel obligated to constantly return to the band. Instead, they each follow their own artistic instincts, coming together only when it feels right.
Will Radiohead Ever Reunite?
Despite Yorke’s blunt dismissal, fans remain hopeful that Radiohead will eventually reconvene. Historically, the band has taken long gaps between albums, with years of silence before unexpectedly returning. Their 2011 album The King of Limbs and 2016’s A Moon Shaped Pool both arrived after prolonged breaks, suggesting that a future reunion isn’t entirely out of the question.
For now, Yorke’s message is clear—he isn’t concerned with what fans or the industry expect. However, with the band’s recent business moves and nostalgic projects surfacing, it wouldn’t be surprising if Radiohead makes a return when the time feels right. As with everything they do, it will be on their own terms, not anyone else’s.
Leave a Reply