Radiohead shatters Metallica's attendance record at London's O2 Arena, solidifying its status as a global live music phenomenon. The Oxford-based band recently completed an unprecedented four sold-out shows at the iconic venue, each drawing in excess of 22,200 fans and culminating in a record-breaking crowd of 22,355 on the final night.
According to Christian D'Acuna, senior programming director at the O2 Arena, these historic performances will be etched into the venue's history as Radiohead broke attendance records every night. The band, which had previously taken a seven-year hiatus from touring, embarked on a sold-out European tour in November and made their London residency one of the highlights.
For drummer Philip Selway, reuniting with his bandmates was a therapeutic experience after an extended break. "It felt really good to play the songs again and reconnect with a musical identity that has become lodged deep inside all five of us," he reflected. This sentiment is likely shared by the entire band, as they have been apart for nearly eight years, save for a brief rehearsal in 2022.
Radiohead's decision to resume touring has paid off spectacularly, as their London shows far surpassed Metallica's previous attendance record set at the same venue in 2017. With their extensive discography on display throughout the residency, the band proved why they remain one of the most beloved and respected acts in the music world.
The group's hiatus following the release of their critically acclaimed album A Moon Shaped Pool marked a rare break from their tireless touring schedule. The album itself was a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the UK Official Albums Chart and earning them a coveted headlining slot at Coachella in 2017. With this latest resurgence, Radiohead is once again reclaiming its place as a live force to be reckoned with.
According to Christian D'Acuna, senior programming director at the O2 Arena, these historic performances will be etched into the venue's history as Radiohead broke attendance records every night. The band, which had previously taken a seven-year hiatus from touring, embarked on a sold-out European tour in November and made their London residency one of the highlights.
For drummer Philip Selway, reuniting with his bandmates was a therapeutic experience after an extended break. "It felt really good to play the songs again and reconnect with a musical identity that has become lodged deep inside all five of us," he reflected. This sentiment is likely shared by the entire band, as they have been apart for nearly eight years, save for a brief rehearsal in 2022.
Radiohead's decision to resume touring has paid off spectacularly, as their London shows far surpassed Metallica's previous attendance record set at the same venue in 2017. With their extensive discography on display throughout the residency, the band proved why they remain one of the most beloved and respected acts in the music world.
The group's hiatus following the release of their critically acclaimed album A Moon Shaped Pool marked a rare break from their tireless touring schedule. The album itself was a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the UK Official Albums Chart and earning them a coveted headlining slot at Coachella in 2017. With this latest resurgence, Radiohead is once again reclaiming its place as a live force to be reckoned with.
I mean four sold-out shows at O2 Arena? that's insane! and Philip Selway said it felt therapeutic to play again after all those years, i can imagine how emotional that must be for him 
I'm loving how well Radiohead is doing out there. They're really solidifying their status as one of the best live acts around, and it's amazing to see them back on stage after that long hiatus. Philip Selway's statement about reconnecting with their musical identity makes total sense - when you've been away from something for so long, you forget just how much you love doing it.
And yeah, it's awesome to see them reclaiming their place as a live force to be reckoned with after that break. They've always been known for being one of the best, and now they're showing everyone why.
. And can we talk about how epic it was to see them perform four sold-out shows at O2 Arena? I've been a fan since my teens and it still gives me chills thinking about those shows 
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meanwhile metallica gets away with charging half that and still breaking records lol also idk if im the only one who thinks their merch is super overpriced 
anyway congrats to Radiohead for pulling off an epic residency! that crowd of 22k+ is just insane 
. and omg 22,355 people in one night?! the o2 arena must've been electric! 
and now I see that radiohead smashed metallica's attendance record at the o2 arena 
those 4 sold-out shows were insane! it's crazy to think they haven't toured in years and just came back and broke all these records 
phil selway sounds so down-to-earth about it too, i love how chill he is 
. It's remarkable to see them come out of a seven-year hiatus so strong, especially considering Philip Selway's emotional reflection on reconnecting with his musical identity 
. The band's extensive discography was perfectly showcased throughout the residency, and it's clear that they're still pushing the boundaries of their sound and live experience 
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i think that's what fans were missing most during their hiatus 
they're not just a band, they're an experience 
so yeah radiohead's shows were fire lol they literally broke attendance records every night at the o2 arena i mean it's no surprise tho they're one of the best bands out there, been listening to them since high school 
anyway, it's great to see radiohead back on tour and killing it 
I mean, don't get me wrong, they're an iconic band and all, but have we been waiting seven whole years for them to get their act together again? 
It feels like a PR stunt to me. And what about the fans who've had to wait this long? Did they even feel like attending these shows or were they just relieved to see Radiohead back on stage in any form? 
. They're back and better than ever! Their discography on display throughout the residency was everything - classic tracks to new vibes. I'm not surprised they smashed Metallica's record, tbh 
can't wait to see what they do next 
And to think they're only one of the most beloved acts in music, it's clear they're still got it