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Kid A Mnesia

Radiohead · 2021

147 min · 38 tracks · alternative rock

An ethereal blend of electronic soundscapes and introspective lyrics that redefine rock's boundaries and engage the listener in a surreal experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Everything in Its Right Place Start here — This opener sets the tone for the album with its hypnotic electronic rhythms and disorienting yet captivating lyrics that evoke feelings of uncertainty and alienation.
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    Idioteque — A standout track that combines anxious electronic beats with urgent social commentary, showcasing Radiohead's prescient awareness of climate change and societal breakdown.
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    How to Disappear Completely — This haunting ballad captures the essence of existential despair through its lush instrumentation and deeply personal lyrics, representing a high point in emotional depth for the band.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
73 /100
Alpine
Higher than 96% of albums we've rated

The album's blend of reimagined tracks and ambient interludes showcases Radiohead's innovative approach to sound.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks are reimagined versions, such as 'Like Spinning Plates ('Why Us?' version)' and 'Pyramid Strings', which provide new interpretations of existing material.
  • The sequencing includes ambient interludes like 'Treefingers' that create a reflective pause between more structured songs.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
9/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • immersive sonic landscapes for exploration
  • haunting melodies for introspective moments
  • patient listening that rewards focus
  • late-night solitude with ethereal sounds
  • experimental transitions that surprise

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A reissue that expands on pivotal works, appealing to dedicated fans of the original albums.
Themes
societal collapse· digital alienation· post-9/11 anxiety
Career context
Released on November 5, 2021, 'Kid A Mnesia' serves as a reissue and expansion of two pivotal albums from Radiohead's career: 'Kid A' and 'Amnesiac', both originally released in the early 2000s. At this point, Radiohead had transitioned from their Britpop roots into experimental rock, solidifying their status as innovators in music. This collection not only highlights their artistic evolution but also celebrates the legacy of these groundbreaking works.
Stylistic neighbors
Sigur Rós· Interpol· The National
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Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Everything in Its Right Place Start here 4:11
  • 2 Kid A 4:44
  • 3 The National Anthem 5:51
  • 4 How to Disappear Completely 5:56
  • 5 Treefingers 3:42
  • 6 Optimistic 5:15
  • 7 In Limbo 3:31
  • 8 Idioteque 5:09
  • 9 Morning Bell 4:35
  • 10 Motion Picture Soundtrack 6:59
  • 11 Packt Like Sardines in a Crushd Tin Box 4:00
  • 12 Pyramid Song 4:49
  • 13 Pulk/Pull Revolving Doors 4:07
  • 14 You and Whose Army? 3:11
  • 15 I Might Be Wrong 4:53
  • 16 Knives Out 4:15
  • 17 Morning Bell/Amnesiac 3:14
  • 18 Dollars and Cents 4:51
  • 19 Hunting Bears 2:01
  • 20 Like Spinning Plates 3:57
  • 21 Life in a Glasshouse 4:34

Disc 2

  • 1 Like Spinning Plates (‘Why Us?’ version) 5:04
  • 2 Untitled V1 1:48
  • 3 Fog (Again Again version) 2:25
  • 4 If You Say the Word 4:21
  • 5 Follow Me Around 5:19
  • 6 Pulk/Pull (True Love Waits version) 2:46
  • 7 Untitled V2 0:46
  • 8 The Morning Bell (In the Dark version) 2:00
  • 9 Pyramid Strings 1:18
  • 10 Alt. Fast Track 1:32
  • 11 Untitled V3 1:16
  • 12 How to Disappear Into Strings 5:32
  • 13 Kinetic 4:06
  • 14 Fast‐Track 3:17
  • 15 Cuttooth 5:23
  • 16 The Amazing Sounds of Orgy 3:38
  • 17 Trans‐Atlantic Drawl 3:01

What to play next

Amnesiac
Listen next

Amnesiac

2001

Continues the exploration of experimental sounds and themes from Kid A.
Kid A
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Kid A

2000

Direct precursor to Kid A Mnesia, sharing a similar sonic landscape.
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