THE ADAM BUXTON PODCAST EP.256 - COLIN GREENWOOD
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Sep 5, 2025 
Colin Greenwood, the talented bassist for Radiohead and Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, discusses his journey through music and photography. He shares fascinating insights about the eerie locations where Radiohead recorded iconic albums, his favorite basslines, and the thrill of live performances. Colin also highlights the emotional connections tied to photographs, reflecting on his new photo book 'How to Disappear.' Their conversation builds excitement for upcoming European shows while revealing the band's evolution and creativity.
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Five-Star Introductions, Small Club Gigs
- Colin recalls Radiohead's early US touring after 'Creep', staying in big hotels but playing small clubs.
- He describes the thrill of queues around venues and a luxury-meets-grassroots American experience.
Loops Made From Real Tape Work
- Radiohead blend old-school tape techniques with modern digital looping to craft unique rhythms.
- Nigel Godrich often builds drum machines from live recordings rather than relying on off-the-shelf loops.
Rehearse Together Intensely
- If you want to be in a band, rehearse intensively together and secure a regular practice space like a village hall.
- Colin warns modern bands struggle without affordable, shared rehearsal rooms and frequent in-person practice.
