Released on May 8, 2016, A Moon Shaped Pool marked Radiohead’s ninth studio album and presented a subdued, orchestral-leaning direction following the rhythm-focused approach of The King of Limbs. Produced by Nigel Godrich, the album drew from material developed over several years, including songs that had existed in earlier forms but were reworked into more restrained and atmospheric arrangements. The sessions emphasized space, minimalism, and the integration of string arrangements, many of which were composed by Jonny Greenwood and performed by the London Contemporary Orchestra. Burn the Witch opens the album with a tense string-driven arrangement built around rhythmic patterns, setting a controlled but uneasy tone. Daydreaming follows with a slow, layered structure centered on piano and subtle electronic textures. Decks Dark introduces a fuller arrangement with vocal harmonies, while Desert Island Disk strips the sound back to acoustic elements. Ful Stop builds gradually with a repeating bass pattern and increasing intensity, contrasting with the quieter and more minimal Glass Eyes. Identikit blends electronic rhythm with layered instrumentation, while The Numbers features acoustic guitar and orchestral backing. Present Tense continues the restrained approach with rhythmic guitar patterns and subtle percussion. Tinker Tailor Soldier Sailor Rich Man Poor Man Beggar Man Thief expands the arrangement with orchestral textures, leading into True Love Waits, which closes the album with a sparse piano-driven performance. The track had existed in earlier live versions and appears here in a minimal, reworked form. A Moon Shaped Pool emphasizes atmosphere, orchestration, and restraint. The album blends acoustic instruments, electronic elements, and string arrangements into a cohesive sound. With its slower pacing and reflective tone, the record presents a more subdued and introspective direction while maintaining Radiohead’s focus on texture and structure.