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Radiohead - Karma Police Live Performance at Glastonbury Festival

Venue: Worthy Farm Location: Pilton, England, United Kingdom Date: June 28, 1997

In June 1997, Radiohead delivered a mesmerizing performance of "Karma Police" at Glastonbury, a pivotal moment in their career following the release of their critically acclaimed album, "OK Computer." This album, which came out just a year earlier, solidified their status as pioneers in alternative rock, blending haunting melodies with thought-provoking lyrics. By the time of this live recording, Radiohead was beginning to embrace their experimental sound, moving away from the grunge-infused rock of their earlier works like "Pablo Honey" and "The Bends." The energy of the Glastonbury crowd and Thom Yorke's introspective delivery made this performance a memorable highlight, symbolizing the band's transition into a more complex and sophisticated phase. Interestingly, "Karma Police" ended up becoming one of their defining anthems, reflecting their knack for capturing the zeitgeist of a generation.

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