TKOL RMX 1234567
Radiohead · 2011
105 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock
A kaleidoscopic reimagining of Radiohead's sound, blending experimental electronica with intricate remixes from a diverse array of artists.
Top tracks — play these first
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Little by Little (Caribou rmx) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Lotus Flower (Jacques Greene rmx) — Greene's remix transforms the original into a hypnotic dance track, emphasizing rhythmic pulsations that enhance the song's themes of liberation and desire.
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Separator (Four Tet rmx) — Four Tet's interpretation adds layers of glitchy textures and ethereal sounds, creating an immersive experience that expands upon the emotional depth of the original.
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Bloom (Harmonic 313 rmx) — This remix recontextualizes Bloom through a bass-heavy lens while maintaining its atmospheric quality, showcasing how electronic elements can reshape a familiar melody.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases diverse interpretations but lacks strong cohesion due to its remix nature.
What we noticed
- The album consists entirely of remixes, with each track reinterpreting a song from The King of Limbs by different artists.
- Several tracks feature overlapping elements, such as multiple remixes of 'Bloom' and 'Lotus Flower', creating a thematic continuity.
- The remixes vary in style and tempo, with some tracks maintaining the original's mood while others take a more experimental approach.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- kaleidoscopic sound exploration
- headphone detail hunting
- late-night experimental immersion
- rhythmic variations and surprises
- playful reinterpretations of originals
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Showcases a deliberate departure into remix culture and electronic soundscapes.
- Themes
- experimental soundscapes· electronic reimaginings· avant-garde collaboration
- Career context
- Released in early 2011, TKOL RMX 1234567 followed Radiohead's critically acclaimed album The King of Limbs from 2011. This remix album showcased the band's willingness to explore new sonic landscapes by collaborating with cutting-edge electronic artists, marking a continued evolution in their sound post-OK Computer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sigur Rós· Interpol· The National
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Little by Little (Caribou rmx) Start here 5:40
- 2 Lotus Flower (Jacques Greene rmx) 7:10
- 3 Morning Mr Magpie (Nathan Fake rmx) 4:52
- 4 Bloom (Harmonic 313 rmx) 5:04
- 5 Bloom (Mark Pritchard rmx) 6:07
- 6 Feral (Lone rmx) 5:18
- 7 Morning Mr Magpie (Pearson Sound Scavenger rmx) 4:39
- 8 Separator (Four Tet rmx) 7:03
Disc 2
- 1 Give Up the Ghost (Thriller Houseghost rmx) 6:14
- 2 Codex (Illum Sphere rmx) 4:34
- 3 Little by Little (Shed rmx) 4:50
- 4 Give Up the Ghost (Brokenchord rmx) 5:05
- 5 TKOL (Altrice rmx) 6:03
- 6 Bloom (Blawan rmx) 7:29
- 7 Good Evening Mrs Magpie (Modeselektor rmx) 7:44
- 8 Bloom (Objekt rmx) 5:21
- 9 Bloom (Jamie xx rework) 2:29
- 10 Separator (Anstam rmx) 4:50
- 11 Lotus Flower (SBTRKT rmx) 5:22
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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