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Ed O'Brien Announces Solo Album, Plans 20 Shows Yearly

3/23/2026

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Ed O'Brien of Radiohead says he felt done with the band after the 2018 tour.
He later joined the band's return to live performances in 2025, calling it emotional.
O'Brien plans 20 shows annually starting in 2027, following the 2025 tour.
He announced Blue Morpho, a solo album set for May 22, and stated solo work is essential, 'If I don’t do this, a part of me will die'.

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Ed O'Brien of Radiohead says he felt done with the band after the 2018 tour.
He later joined the band's return to live performances in 2025, calling it emotional.
O'Brien plans 20 shows annually starting in 2027, following the 2025 tour.
He announced Blue Morpho, a solo album set for May 22, and stated solo work is essential, 'If I don’t do this, a part of me will die'.