Ed O'brien

Blue Morpho Ed O'brien

Ed O’Brien, the acclaimed guitarist and singer-songwriter known for his role in Radiohead, announces Blue Morpho, his absorbing second solo album and first under his own name. Named after the iridescent butterfly, Blue Morpho was written during lockdown and recorded at The Church Studio in London and Seven Sound in Wales.

The tranquil Welsh countryside proved inspirational, capturing a sense of reflection, healing, and acceptance. Musically, the album blends a collage of hypnotic psych-folk, jazz, trip-hop, radiant guitars, and rhythm sections. Blue Morpho marks a fresh and deeply personal chapter in O’Brien’s musical journey.

The album was produced by Paul Epworth (Adele, Coldplay), with additional production from Riley MacIntyre (Ezra Collective), and mixed by Ben Baptie (Sault, Little Simz). The album features an array of musicians, including Shabaka Hutchings (flute), Dave Okumu (guitars, bass), Philip Selway (drums), and The Tallinn Chamber Orchestra.