For the first stop on their US tour, Radiohead stormed Boston’s cutting edge alternative radio station FNX, taking part in what the station has dubbed “Hostile Takeover”. They arrived in the early evening
looking surprisingly rested and with entire suitcases of music in tow, eager to take part in the tradition.
Hostile Takeover, a concept unique to WFNX, places a visiting band in control of the studio to play exactly what they’d like, from Bob Marley to Beth Gibbons to the Meters. IPods and laptops were hooked up while Thom, Phil, Ed, and Colin sifted through CDs and explored the station (Johnny, unfortunately, was not in attendance). The band members seemed to be thoroughly enjoying themselves as they introduced songs between bites of vegetarian sushi, and Thom Yorke was even spotted cutting loose and dancing.
Paul Driscoll, FNX DJ and mastermind behind the show “Alter-Ego”, reflected, “The whole thing was very surreal. I’ve been a fan of theirs since 1993… It’s hard to put the experience into words.” He went on
to say how refreshing it was that they were so down to earth and fun to have in the studio. Alter-Ego, a new and unique show which strives to push the boundaries of corporate radio, has previously hosted Hostile Takeovers for bands such as the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Supergrass, The Music, and Feeder.
The UK superstars only stayed a couple hours but left lasting impressions. Besides their winning demeanors,the lads of Radiohead brought their impeccable and broad tastes in music, delighting both DJ’s and listeners. The band appeared to appreciate the novelty of the Hostile Takeover experience, especially when they have to endure so many interviews. It gave the listeners a taste of what it is like to witness a band hanging out and listening to their own favorite music, an activity usually reserved
for the privacy of the home or tour bus. Their stay at FNX, ending only after the band stopped
to admire the many years of stickers plastered to a filing cabinet next to the elevator, will not soon be forgotten.
Rowe
RADIOHEAD FNX HOSTILE TAKEOVER 9 TRACKLISTING
Beth Gibbons – MYSTERIES
Mclusky – THE HELL WITH GOOD INTENTIONS
Outkast – HEY YA!
Apex Twin – ZKTHR
Bob Marley – PUT IT ON
The Meters – JUST KISSED MY BABY
Tindersticks – UNTIL THE MORNING COMES
Odd Nosdam – LE MIXTAPE DELUXE
Gilberto Gil – AQUELE ABRACO
The Black Keys – HOLD ME IN YOUR ARMS
Autechre – P.:NTIL
Swervedriver – DUEL
??? – MARTS
Mahalia Jackson – AMAZING GRACE
[thanks Paul, Doug]
Radiohead news on this day..
- Radiohead’s Wall Of Ice EP: more clues – 2009
- Jonny Greenwood: Cut, Copy and Paste – 2009
- Radiohead Live in Mansfield [live report] – 2008
- Couleur3 broadcasts Rock’oz Arenes – 2006
- Thom Yorke in Australia’s Sun-Herald – 2006
- Thom posting from Lausanne – 2006
- YOUR QUESTIONS FOR RADIOHEAD – 2003
- RADIOHEAD KICK OFF N-A TOUR WITH DIFFERENT SET – 2003
