OK Computer was recorded in Jane Seymour's 15th century mansion that Thom claimed was haunted. About the recording in the house, Thom told Spin in 1998: "When we actually stopped playing music there was just pure silence. Open the wind - nothing. A completely unnatural silence. Note even birds singing.: The band stated that something in the house began interfering with their recording, rewinding and turning on and off tape machines.
It is known that a "mysterious lady in blue" scared one of the gardeners off the property, and that reportedly there is also a ghost dog who barks and brushes up against people in the house. Perfect setting for the lovely, haunting feel of OK.
He also claimed that "Morning Bell" was inspired by living in a haunted house.
"a bump on the head
howling down the chimney
release me. . . release me. . ."
There are also a host of other Radiohead songs that inspire the shivers. One of my favorites of these is "The Gloaming":
"Genie let out of the bottle
It is now the witching hour. . ."
Also, the dark, atmospheric sound and lyrics of "Climbing up the Walls" are deliciously spooky:
"I am the key to the lock in your house
that keeps your toys in the basement
and if you get too far inside
you'll only see my reflection. . ."
Boo to you, Mr. Yorke!
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