Overview
- Thom Yorke said he would “absolutely not” perform in Israel, adding he wouldn’t want to be “5,000 miles anywhere near the Netanyahu regime,” in comments to The Sunday Times Magazine.
- Yorke described activist backlash as a “witch‑hunt” that disturbs his sleep and recalled walking off a 2024 Melbourne solo show after a pro‑Palestinian heckle.
- Jonny Greenwood publicly disagreed with boycotts, defended collaborating with Israeli and Arab musicians, and noted he is unashamed of such work despite criticism.
- Greenwood’s joint project with Dudu Tassa canceled two UK dates earlier this year citing credible threats, underscoring ongoing safety concerns around performances.
- Radiohead’s 20‑date tour across Madrid, Bologna, London, Copenhagen, and Berlin begins Nov. 4 and is sold out, as BDS‑aligned groups renew boycott calls; the interview was conducted before the October ceasefire.