The Eraser by Thom Yorke (CD, Jul-2006, XL Recordings/Beggars Group)

Love him or hate him, if there is one thing that can collectively be said for Thom York, it is that he evolves musically. No one can ever accuse him of being stagnant or not keeping up with the times. I’ve read reviews on this album that complained that it is too reminiscent of Amnesiac and not as cutting edge as his usual endeavors. I would have to disagree completely. Where this album does bring someone to think that it is flavored with Amnesiac influence, it is also completely all its own. It’s a darker, more intimate album, with lyrics that are both abstract and relatable. Piano, electronic sounds, and the beloved instrumental voice of Yorke make this album completely amazing. Beautifully written, haunting songs, moving lyrics and, as usual, the cutting edge sound you’d come to expect from a musical genius like Thom. This is the direction that Thom York has been leading Radiohead in for years, and I found the album to be ground breaking and everything I’d been waiting for! I HIGHLY recommend it.