“End of an Era: Thom Yorke Confirms Permanent Departure from Radiohead”

•  “End of an Era: Thom Yorke Confirms Permanent Departure from Radiohead”

In a move that has sent shockwaves across the global music community, Thom Yorke—the unmistakable voice and creative heartbeat of Radiohead—has announced his permanent departure from the band after nearly four decades.

The 56-year-old frontman issued a heartfelt statement via social media on Thursday morning, confirming what many had feared during the band’s long hiatus: “Radiohead has been my home, my family, and my freedom for most of my life. But the time has come to step away and allow the others to chart their own course without me. I will always carry it with me.”

Yorke emphasized that there was no drama or conflict behind the decision. Instead, he cited an overwhelming desire to focus fully on his work with The Smile and solo explorations, as well as personal growth. “The music isn’t stopping,” he added. “It’s just shifting into a different shape.”

Radiohead, formed in 1985 in Oxfordshire, redefined modern music with albums like OK Computer, Kid A, and In Rainbows, and was hailed as a band that never repeated itself. Yorke’s lyrics—often cryptic, wounded, and prophetic—resonated with generations searching for meaning in an increasingly digital, disconnected world.

Bandmate Jonny Greenwood shared a bittersweet message shortly after, writing: “We owe everything to Thom. His voice, his mind, his intensity—it shaped who we are. This isn’t goodbye to the music, only to what it once looked like.”

While no official word has been given on whether Radiohead will continue as a group or disband entirely, insiders suggest the remaining members may explore new collaborations under a different name.

For fans, it’s a deeply emotional farewell to a voice that defined a musical era.

“Everything in its right place”—but never quite

“End of an Era: Thom Yorke Confirms Permanent Departure from Radiohead”

In a move that has sent shockwaves across the global music community, Thom Yorke—the unmistakable voice and creative heartbeat of Radiohead—has announced his permanent departure from the band after nearly four decades.

The 56-year-old frontman issued a heartfelt statement via social media on Thursday morning, confirming what many had feared during the band’s long hiatus: “Radiohead has been my home, my family, and my freedom for most of my life. But the time has come to step away and allow the others to chart their own course without me. I will always carry it with me.”

Yorke emphasized that there was no drama or conflict behind the decision. Instead, he cited an overwhelming desire to focus fully on his work with The Smile and solo explorations, as well as personal growth. “The music isn’t stopping,” he added. “It’s just shifting into a different shape.”

Radiohead, formed in 1985 in Oxfordshire, redefined modern music with albums like OK Computer, Kid A, and In Rainbows, and was hailed as a band that never repeated itself. Yorke’s lyrics—often cryptic, wounded, and prophetic—resonated with generations searching for meaning in an increasingly digital, disconnected world.

Bandmate Jonny Greenwood shared a bittersweet message shortly after, writing: “We owe everything to Thom. His voice, his mind, his intensity—it shaped who we are. This isn’t goodbye to the music, only to what it once looked like.”

While no official word has been given on whether Radiohead will continue as a group or disband entirely, insiders suggest the remaining members may explore new collaborations under a different name.

For fans, it’s a deeply emotional farewell to a voice that defined a musical era.

“Everything in its right place”—but never quite

the same again.

the same again.