Radiohead

In Rainbows

First released2007

In Rainbows was recorded primarily at Radiohead's own studio, Radiohead HQ, located in Oxford, England, between 2005 and 2006, with additional sessions at other facilities. The band worked with producer Nigel Godrich, who had collaborated with them since OK Computer, and employed a more hands-on, experimental approach compared to their previous work, utilizing both analog and digital recording techniques. The album featured a notably live and organic sound, with band members often recording together in the same room rather than layering individual tracks, representing a deliberate shift away from the heavily processed production of Hail to the King. Released in October 2007 via an innovative pay-what-you-want digital distribution model on their website, In Rainbows marked a significant departure from traditional record label structures. The production process emphasized improvisation and spontaneity, with songs often built from jam sessions and live instrumentation, contributing to the album's warm, cohesive aesthetic.