After a seven-year hiatus that left fans wondering if they would ever return to the stage, Radiohead has announced their first live shows since 2018, scheduled for November and December 2025.
The legendary Radiohead breaks their silence with European tour dates after leaving the music world stage for seven years.
The tour will begin on November 4 in Madrid at Movistar Arena and conclude on December 12 in Berlin at Uber Arena, with additional stops in Bologna, London, and Copenhagen along the way.
The band has chosen to perform multiple consecutive shows in each city, with four to five nights planned per location, signaling their anticipation of high demand from their dedicated fanbase.
News of the tour initially surfaced through mysterious flyers that appeared at venues across Europe and through website source code that eagle-eyed fans discovered, creating significant buzz on social media platforms and fan communities.
Drummer Philip Selway had previously hinted at this return, confirming that the band rehearsed together in 2024 after their extended break.
“We’ve reconnected with our musical identity and rediscovered the joy of playing together,” Selway stated, though the band has remained cautiously optimistic by announcing only this European leg of shows for now.
Fans hoping to secure tickets must register through Radiohead’s official website, with the registration window opening Friday at 10 a.m. BST and closing Sunday at 10 p.m. BST.
This system replaces a traditional general sale and appears designed to prioritize access for dedicated fans, though complete ticketing details are still forthcoming.
The announcement follows several indications of renewed activity, including the release of their first live album and the formation of a new business entity.
London fans are particularly excited as the band will perform at the Barbican Centre for four consecutive nights in November, with performances on the 21st, 22nd, 24th, and 25th.
Sources close to the band reveal they have been conducting intensive sound checks at various venues to ensure their distinctive sonic experience translates perfectly in each location.
While the current schedule focuses exclusively on European venues including London’s O2 Arena, Copenhagen’s Royal Arena, and Bologna’s Unipol Arena, no plans for North American or other international appearances have been announced.
For fans who have waited seven years for this moment, the compact winter tour represents not just a return but potentially a new chapter for the influential band.
Despite O’Brien expressing uncertainty about Radiohead’s future in 2022, the band members have maintained strong personal relationships throughout their time apart.
The band has been meticulously planning this release with a focus on strategic timing to build maximum anticipation among their global fanbase.
