Tom York Musician, vocalist of the band 'Radiohead' Date of Birth: 07.10.1968 Country: Great Britain

1. Biography of Tom Yorke
2. Music
3. Personal Life
4. Current Endeavors
5. Discography

Biography of Tom Yorke

Born in 1968 in Wellingborough, England, Tom Yorke is an English musician and the lead vocalist of the band 'Radiohead'. He is considered one of the most influential and creative figures in the modern music world. As a child, Yorke's family moved frequently, which made it difficult for him to form lasting friendships. Additionally, he faced vision problems due to a defect in his left eye, which resulted in partial blindness. Yorke underwent multiple surgeries and by the age of 6, he was partially blind and unable to fully open his left eyelid. It wasn't until the age of 10, when he attended a private boys' school, that he formed his first real friendships and discovered his passion for music.

Music

Inspired by British rock classics such as Queen and The Beatles, Yorke honed his skills as a guitarist and songwriter. He played a significant role in the formation of the band On A Friday, where he wrote philosophical and introspective lyrics, composed music, played guitar, and handled vocal duties. After completing school, Yorke enrolled in university to study art and English literature. During this time, the members of On A Friday went their separate ways, but eventually reunited and signed a record deal in 1991. Thus began the official biography of the legendary alternative rock band Radiohead. Radiohead achieved commercial success with their album "OK Computer" in 1997, winning Grammy awards and earning widespread acclaim from both critics and fans.

Personal Life

Yorke's muse and long-time partner was artist and researcher Rachel Owen, with whom he shared 23 years of his life. They met in 1992, and Yorke's love for Owen influenced much of his music, with references to her found throughout his lyrics. The couple had two children together, Noah (2001) and Agnes (2004). In 2015, Yorke, who prefers to keep his personal life private, separated from Owen. Sadly, Owen passed away from cancer a year and a half later. In 2017, Yorke began appearing in public with Italian actress Dajana Roncione, who is 16 years his junior. Their serious relationship was confirmed in the music video for Yorke's track "Anima" in 2019, directed by American filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson. In September 2020, the couple officially tied the knot.

Current Endeavors

Currently, Yorke continues to write songs and create music both as a solo artist and with Radiohead. In 2019, Radiohead was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, joining the ranks of their once-idols. The same year, Yorke released his solo album "Anima" which showcased his experimental sound and lyrical style. To support the album, Yorke embarked on a series of concerts in North America. While Yorke maintains an Instagram account, it is dedicated solely to his artistic endeavors and does not feature personal photos. He rarely gives interviews, making each one a special gift for his fans. Yorke's unassuming nature, standing at a modest height of 166 cm, is devoid of pretentiousness, ambition, and vanity.

Discography

Solo Albums:
- 2006: "The Eraser"
- 2014: "Tomorrow's Modern Boxes"
- 2018: "Suspiria (Music for the Luca Guadagnino Film)"
- 2019: "Anima"

With Radiohead:
- 1993: "Pablo Honey"
- 1995: "The Bends"
- 1997: "OK Computer"
- 2000: "Kid A"
- 2001: "Amnesiac"
- 2003: "Hail to the Thief"
- 2007: "In Rainbows"
- 2011: "The King of Limbs"
- 2016: "A Moon Shaped Pool"