As varied as the rainbow it depicts, the seventh album from Radiohead reminds us all why this is one of the most influential bands of our time. While the songs that make up the record were introduced to the public through several concerts and a range of video content, the musicians, then free from all binding contracts with any record companies, decided to mix things up by launching their baby via participatory distribution. Meanwhile, the solo career of Thom Yorke, which was launched at the same time, seemed to give a new lease of life to the artists already sitting at the summit of their success. Beauty is central to In Rainbows, just listen to Reckoner, House Of Cards, Videotape, or All I Need ... And while Nude seems like its come out of Kid A, Bodysnatchers brings out the old Radiohead rock: pure and untarnished. As further proof of their musical maturity, space abounds on this record, as the artists let the music - and each other - do their thing without overegging the pudding. That being said, the standout performer remains Jonny Greenwood and his rythmic guitar hooks. To conclude, on this 2007 release, the English legends produced a hotter-than-usual record, and once again diversified their legacy. © AR/Qobuz