THE BENDS

A non-prog masterpiece with very well written songs, this is Radiohead's best step. They became the imaginative rock band we will all remember for, and this album opened many doors for many alternative rock bands. Not only this album is full of emotion (prog bands, take notes), but it is very consistent (except for the three minute R.E.M-ish Bones). From the anthemic (The Bends, Fake Plastic Trees, Black Star, Fade Out), to the heavier (Just, My Iron Lung, Planet Telex) and the softer (High And Dry, Nice Dream, Bullet Proof, Sulk), they were better than any rock band around because of their innovative thoughts. So if you want to expand your horizons and you listened to other Radiohead albums, choose this one.