Apple Music recently launched a special music collection called Essential Anniversaries, which includes OK Computer released 25 years ago by British rock band Radiohead. Apple Music has always had some music collections, officially called “Essentials” playlists, featuring masterpieces by artists/bands. These songs are not hit songs, they are collected by official Apple staff and represent the best music of the artist.
In addition to the “Essentials” playlist, Apple has now launched a special music collection of “Essential Anniversaries”, the former being the artist’s representative singles and the latter being the artist’s representative albums.
Regarding “OK Computer”, Apple’s official description is as follows
“OK Computer” is undoubtedly one of Radiohead’s classics, the epitome of the band’s early style. They redefine the band itself with eclectic styles, sophisticated song structures, and Thom Yorke’s lyrical and vocal charm, making the album both artistic and experimental.
Most of the songs on the album were recorded in the legendary remote villa of St Catherine’s Court, and the band’s entire album was first penned by Queen Producer Nigel Godrich, who has been a long-term partner of Radiohead since 1994.
In terms of album style, the band incorporates influences from a variety of musical artists: Miles Davis’ avant-garde jazz album Bitches Brew in the 1970s, and the avant-garde colors of rock band Can are all on display.
“Karma Police” opens with a mysterious piano accompaniment. The lyrics helplessly reveal the indifference of the employment relationship. The mechanized and icy voice broadcast in “Fitter Happier” makes people think deeply about the way of life of human beings in the computer age.
“No Surprises” continues Yorke’s usual self-defeating and negativity, and there’s no shortage of Radiohead’s bold take on blues and noise rock. The album was a lasting influence in the UK and around the world, bringing Brit-rock to a more somber, alienating, isolated listening experience that became the style guide for many indie bands in the years that followed.