In an exciting turn of events for music fans, the iconic band Radiohead is hinting at a return to the stage in 2025. Confirmation comes in the form of a recent auction run by Palisades High School in Los Angeles, where Radiohead's management company, Blueyed Pictures, donated four coveted tickets to a concert of the winner's choice. The auction closed on March 17, 2025, with bidders eager for a glimpse of the bands' soon-to-be-announced tour schedule.
The auction listing excitedly noted that the highest bidder would have the unique opportunity to attend any Radiohead show, further solidifying rumors that the band has plans for a tour later this year. Such speculation is supported by reports from Resident Advisor, which revealed that an anonymous source close to the band mentioned that Radiohead has placed holds in select European cities for residency gigs this autumn. If these reports hold weight, it would mark the first significant live performances by Radiohead since their last show on August 1, 2018, in Philadelphia as part of their A Moon Shaped Pool tour.
This news comes shortly after the band formed a new limited liability partnership (LLP) named RHEUK2025. Formalizing their business endeavors, this trademark move has historically hinted at significant upcoming projects. All five members of Radiohead, including Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Colin Greenwood, Ed O’Brien, and Philip Selway, registered the entity, suggesting that they are gearing up for something big. Previous partnerships have preceded their notable releases, making this development particularly promising.
Colin Greenwood had hinted at the band’s future during a public appearance last September, where he revealed that the band had got together a couple of months prior to that for rehearsals. “We did some rehearsals about two months ago in London, just to play the old songs. And it was really fun, had a really good time,” Greenwood remarked. This indication of rekindled musical activity had fans hopeful for new material or live performances, as the members are all known for their previous extensive solo projects.
However, Thom Yorke's past comments have kept expectations in check. In an interview with Double J, he downplayed the rumors about a return, saying, “I am not aware of it and don’t really give a flying fuck,” a statement that solidified the band's infamous reputation for keeping fans guessing about their next moves. He emphasized, “I think we’ve earned the right to do what makes sense to us without having to explain ourselves.” Despite Yorke’s nonchalant approach, the recent auction activity shows palpable excitement regarding the band’s future.
Curiously, moments after the auction closed, it was removed, and the listing was adjusted to a more generic offer of “4 Premier Concert Tickets,” raising suspicions about the management’s decision to initially promote the specific Radiohead concert offering. While this change was contradictory, the online world still holds cached information proving the auction’s original details. This has added fuel to the fire of speculation regarding fresh tour dates.
The auction raised $4,000 for the fire relief funds, which further underscores the emotional connection fans have with the band and helps explicate the heart of the group's enduring legacy in helping those in need.
As each member of Radiohead continues to explore individual projects—such as Yorke's collaborative album with Mark Pritchard titled Tall Tales, set to release on May 9—the band's collective future remains keenly anticipated. Notably, the group also commemorated the 30th anniversary of their breakthrough album, The Bends, this past March, coinciding with the release of a B-sides and remixes playlist to stir up nostalgia among fans.
Fans are brimming with anticipation, wondering if the stars might finally align for Radiohead's long-awaited return to the stage. With auction confirmations and an LLP formation behind them, all eyes will be on the band as they potentially prepare for what many hope will be a triumphant tour.
As the music world buzzes about Radiohead's prospective tour, the overarching question remains: Are we finally going to witness the magic of Radiohead’s live performances again? With such compelling signs aligning, this could very well be the year where the enigmatic band returns to captivate audiences once more.
