Kid A Mnesia: A Book of Radiohead Artwork

Kid A Mnesia: A Book of Radiohead Artwork brings together the visual world of Radiohead’s albums Kid A and Amnesiac in a single digital volume. Created by Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood, this PDF presents the artwork that defined a pivotal moment in the band’s career. You can download the book instantly after purchase and explore it on your preferred device.

More than a collection of images, the book pairs the artwork with a conversation between Yorke and Donwood about the era, the creative process, and the cultural shifts that shaped their work. It also includes contributions from Nigel Godrich, Shynola, Chris Bran, and an essay by Gareth Evans.

Kid A Mnesia Book Overview

This 360-page volume features the artwork Stanley Donwood and Thom Yorke created for Radiohead’s Kid A and Amnesiac albums, along with additional computer rendering by Nigel Godrich and video work by Shynola and Chris Bran. The book was first published in Great Britain, the USA and Canada in 2021 by Canongate Books.

The centrepiece is a long conversation between Donwood and Yorke, recalling their travels, their studio experiments, and the impulse to make large, epic landscapes after seeing a David Hockney exhibition in Paris. The essay “Kid Alphabet” by Gareth Evans adds further context to the work.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Artwork from the Radiohead albums Kid A and Amnesiac, created by Stanley Donwood and Thom Yorke
• A detailed conversation between the two artists about the making of the imagery
• The essay “Kid Alphabet” by Gareth Evans
• Additional computer rendering by Nigel Godrich
• Additional video work by Shynola and Chris Bran
• Design and cover illustration by Rafaela Romaya and Stanley Donwood

Why This Book Matters

Kid A Mnesia records a unique moment in contemporary music and visual art. The artwork and discussion capture the mood of the early 2000s, including the disillusionment with Cool Britannia and the anxieties that preceded the events of 9/11. The artists describe working in a time before instant news, when their imagery of fires and nuclear explosions over America was created before the Twin Towers fell.

For fans of Radiohead, students of album art, and anyone interested in how musicians and visual artists collaborate, this book offers a first-hand account of a landmark creative period.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so no physical item will be shipped. After your purchase, you will receive instant access to the PDF file.

The PDF can be viewed on desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and any device with an appropriate PDF reader or Kindle app. It works with popular reading applications and is ready to enjoy across your collection of devices.

FAQ

How quickly will I receive my download?
Access is available immediately after purchase, so you can download the PDF without waiting for shipping.

Is a physical copy shipped?
No. This listing is for a digital edition only. You will receive the PDF file directly.

Which devices can I use?
The PDF works with tablets, desktops, mobile phones, and compatible reading apps, including Kindle apps that support PDF files.

Order Kid A Mnesia today and keep this essential piece of Radiohead and contemporary art history on your digital bookshelf.