Behind the Scenes: Radiohead 'Lotus Flower'

You might recall that Austin City Limits had the pleasure of taping Radiohead back in March. As a taste of what to expect when their episode airs in the fall (on PBS, of course -- check your local listings when the leaves start turning brown), check out this preview created by our videographer, Jonathan Jackson.

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[misterrrj]

Radiohead is the most amazing band that has ever existed

[brunobb]

Sure, Thom could have sung better, but the reason he didn't is simply because he's dancing all of the time, and I prefer him like this instead of him being robotic and sounding perfect.

[eddiemiller]

Radiohead is one iconic Rock band, thom yorke is amazing.

[supersticion]

Clive Deamer, an excellent musician! Really brings new sounds to radiohead

[JoroHedgie]

Not his best vocal performance but the fact that he was loving every second of it made me adore the whole thing.

[batman]

5:03 wow! the talent of this band! ed had a les paul for 2 seconds before quickly switching back to a jag! unbelievable!

[cemcfarlin]

I was so lucky and grateful to be at this show (front row!!). One of the best shows I've been to.

[jasonluse]

My god! Incredible. This song is a work of art!

[davidwantsahug]

I could write an essay on what I think of Radiohead, but I'm going to shorten it by saying..
Radiohead are so fucking awesome!

[monolithgeometry]

Standing o ...in Austin no less..that's good too see.What a crowd, makes me want to go sometime.

[aintapuppy]

Radiohead and Grizzly Bear. Two fantastic bands on ACL in the same year.

[blinker]

Love when Thom experiences with his vocals live: 5:17

[cali-B.the.G]

The Optimistic version of this song-
Happy Power -

I am thankful for this life universe,
Alleivate,
cure all my faults,
Cure all my faults,
I will try to do better again,
I will try to be the best
That I can be
That I can be,


a brand new day every other day,
Where journeys can change,
So you all have the keys,
To set you free
a brand new day every other day,
Where journeys can change,
So now please use the keys,
To set you free

Entire ways can switch
Any single day
Cause all I want is the world to love itself
Just to spread some peace
Just to spread some warmth
We can spread the habit
Just to heal the fast ballooning hate
Open up your hearts


I’ll try to think and then apply myself,
We’ll get where We need to be,
Cure all your faults
Cure all your faults

a brand new day every other day,
Where journeys can change,
So you all have the keys,
To set you free

Cause all I want is the world to love itself
Just to spread some peace
Just to spread some warmth

That thought that’s flown into my head
Entire ways can switch
Any single day
Cause all I want is the earth to love itself

I pray inside thyself, the brightness is relief,
We can spread the habit
Just to heal the fast ballooning hate
Open up your hearts

-I’ve been making Warzone parodies for about 6 months. Decided to switch it up. Hopefully my version doesn’t offend you. It’s just for fun. The original song is a masterpiece. One of my favorite Radiohead songs/one of my favorite artist. Truly a masterpiece. Mine is just for fun. Imagine Thom Yorke singing it and it jams. Positive energy, peace and blessings to you/everyone!

[alexandrerighi]

only 126k views? I'm going to share on fb so all my friends with good taste can appreciate it too. meaning 2 or 3 more views :/

[jakethehuman]

Where's the behind the scenes part...

[TheMrQwertyify]

Should have performed Weird Fishes for ACL

[Rooster]

Studio is better, but cool to see this one.

[drstrangelove]

Wait is that a johnny marr signature Jaguar?

[hihan]

per el nombres de la bandera cale jimbo, fuckin big track, want ever strong sounds, i find, bisoous from FRANCE, peace