Radiohead are gearing up to play 20 shows per year on different continents in the coming years, guitarist Ed O’Brien told Rolling Stone in an interview published late Monday, with the group’s 20 European shows last year apparently being the first in the plan., per Variety Music.
Ed O’Brien shared his debut solo album Earth in April of 2020 — not the best timing, it turned out. He released it under the moniker EOB, and today the Radiohead guitarist is announcing his sophomore effort Blue Morpho under his full name. The title track is out now. separately, Stereogum reported.
The Radiohead guitarist will unveil his second solo album on May 22nd. (Consequence)
What This Means Locally
Radiohead’s renewed commitment to extensive touring, including their past European dates, hints at a potential return to the iconic venues of Southern California. The band’s enduring popularity in the region, fueled by decades of classic rock radio play and memorable past performances, makes any announcement of new shows a highly anticipated event for Los Angeles and San Diego audiences alike.
Last updated March 18, 2026.