Thom Yorke Debuts 'Space Walk' at Ivor Novello
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- Thom Yorke received the Academy Fellowship at the Ivor Novello Awards, presented by Harry Styles.
- Thom Yorke performed his new solo piano track “Space Walk” and an acoustic rendition of Radiohead’s “Jigsaw Falling Into Place.”
- Thom Yorke used his acceptance speech to denounce streaming services and playlists, calling the music industry’s revenue model unsustainable.
- Thom Yorke warned that devaluing emerging artists will kill the industry, urging labels and platforms to change their practices.
- Thom Yorke may release a solo album in 2026, possibly featuring “Space Walk,” his first solo LP since 2019’s Anima, according to Ed O’Brien.
Why it matters: Emerging musicians stand to gain if streaming platforms adjust royalty structures, while labels risk losing relevance if they ignore Yorke’s call for transparent, sustainable payouts.
