Climbing Up the Walls [BBC Radio One Evening Session]
Exit Music (For a Film) [BBC Radio One Evening Session]
No Surprises [BBC Radio One Evening Session]
2009 expanded deluxe three disc (two CDs + NTSC/Region 0 DVD) edition of this 1997 album from one of the biggest and most critically successful UK bands of all time. From their beginnings sandwiched between the Grunge and ... more »Britpop music scenes to their groundbreaking internet releases, Radiohead has consistently and successfully challenged themselves musically with each album and continue to raise the bar with every passing year. Disc One contains the original album while Disc Two is filled with rarities, B-sides, BBC sessions and more. The DVD contains promo videos, live footage, television appearances and other surprises. Features 33 tracks (27 audio tracks and six videos). EMI.« less
2009 expanded deluxe three disc (two CDs + NTSC/Region 0 DVD) edition of this 1997 album from one of the biggest and most critically successful UK bands of all time. From their beginnings sandwiched between the Grunge and Britpop music scenes to their groundbreaking internet releases, Radiohead has consistently and successfully challenged themselves musically with each album and continue to raise the bar with every passing year. Disc One contains the original album while Disc Two is filled with rarities, B-sides, BBC sessions and more. The DVD contains promo videos, live footage, television appearances and other surprises. Features 33 tracks (27 audio tracks and six videos). EMI.
CD Reviews
Hey man slow down
Let S Listen | TN | 03/29/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I am reacting to the negative reviews calling for remastering. Be careful what you wish for. 90ies technolgy already was highly advanced and Rhs CDs in general sound very good. You can play them loud and at lower volume and they sound good. I've gone through updating many of my 50-60 jazz CDs and in those cases it is amazing what could be done since they were first thrown on the market in the late 80ies. But what should a remastered Rh Cd sound like? Stronger bass, greater volume at high frequencies? I don't think you'd be looking for that. Thing is, Rh came along when the technology was advanced and they utilized it to their ability and artistic views. I am very pleased with what we have and find these expanded reissues a welcome, albeit costly addition. Yes, money is being made of us, but with these reissues something of value is being offered. And it is up each individual to make his or her mind to go for it. Don't dish this just because you have a hangup.
For anyone liking OK Computer and wondering if the extra CD is worth it: The music collected from contemporary EPs is very good, not quite as great as the original album, but very enjoyable."
Why aren't these titles remastered?
James F. Mcdermott | Brooklyn NY United States | 03/26/2009
(2 out of 5 stars)
"I cannot believe that the 3 Radiohead "Collector's Edition" titles are NOT remastered. CD remastering technology has come a long way since these CDs were initially released. OK Computer is twelve years old! It would have been nice to hear these titles with improved sound quality, but instead EMI (assumably with the band's consent) have just repackaged the same CDs with the various B-sides.
To be fair, the price is good versus having to buy all the EPs and singles to get these tracks. But these days, when classic albums are reissued, it is expected that they are remastered (The Cure, Depeche Mode, New Order, Pearl Jam, etc.)
These non-remastered titles just make Radiohead look as out of touch as The Beatles."
Remasters are not always needed
slowdeath04 | Grand Prairie,Texas | 04/07/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I have heard some bad remasters. I have already mentioned those in other reviews I have done here, so I won't re-hash that here. You guys gotta realize that remasters and or remixes of albums are not always essential. The older RH albums sound just fine. Last but not least some remasters done these days have the mix volume turned up way way too loud. When in mixers do this to older albums it kind of ruins them. All I can say is appreciate what has been released for you the fans!
Maybe RH don't want their albums messed with just yet. Who knows in the next 20 years maybe they will change their minds and have their catalog remixed. I believe in 20 years time the albums will be in need of a remix and or remaster as the tapes will start to show their age on CD's being made in 20 yrs.
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Great if you don't own EPs
D. Bagley | AQ, NY | 03/25/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This release is great but buyer beware. It's not remastered and most of the extra tracks; which are excellent are on the Airbag "How's My Driving" EP. If you do not own those; or the My Iron Lung EP in regards to the The Bends Collector's Edition then I highly recommend these releases.
However if you have the singles or EPs from the respective albums you won't find much new material here unfortunately.
Still I'm glad this will be available for the newer generation of Radiohead fans to enjoy. Songs like "Pearly", "A Reminder" and "Meeting in the Isle" are must haves for any Radiohead fan."
Almost great - could have been more
John Carswell | Franklin, TN | 08/14/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Radiohead
OK Computer Collector's Edition Disc 2; 2009
Capitol Records
My Rating: 71/100
OK, we get it now. Radiohead is a great b-side band. With this round back in 97/98, Radiohead proved themselves to be a fanboy's dream. The three P's - "Pearly," "Polyethylene", and "Palo Alto" - are fabulous cross-eyed rock songs, while "A Reminder" is one of the most gorgeous tracks the band has ever recorded. They showcases a penchant for the quiet and powerful on "Melatonin" and "How I Made My Millions," and "Lull" is just a brilliant little throwaway. Still, what this disc shows more than anything is that Radiohead was experiencing the kind of once-in-a-lifetime inspiration that most bands never experience. My only gripe with the collection over all is that it covers previously released material. Surely there's something lost in the vaults from the OKC sessions that could stand the light of day? "Big Boots?" "Lift?" "Follow Me Around?" "I Promise?"
PS The live tracks are pretty great as well.
PPS The ZERO 7 remix is worth it, the FILA BRAZILA remix is dull.
Track Listings (12) - Disc #1