"The Bends" (album)

"The Bends" is the second studio album by the English rock band Radiohead, released in 1995. It showcases a shift toward a more experimental and textured sound compared to their debut, blending alternative rock with atmospheric and electronic elements. The album features introspective lyrics and complex arrangements, highlighting themes of anxiety, alienation, and existential reflection. Praised for its inventive production and emotional depth, "The Bends" is considered a significant work in 1990s alternative music, marking Radiohead’s evolution into a band known for artistic innovation and experimentation.