XL Records have made 'first step' in transferring Radiohead's catalogue from Parlophone

The Beggars Group imprint, which released Thom Yorke’s solo albums, has made ‘first step’ in ownership move, raising speculation about the band’s next album

XL recordings has taken the first step in the transfer of Radiohead’s catalogue from Parlophone to the Beggars imprint, a spokesperson for the label has confirmed.

Speculation surrounding the group’s catalogue activity started on Monday, when fans noticed that a number of Radiohead B-sides and rarities had disappeared from streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music. In addition, all albums up to and including Hail to the Thief listed on streaming sites are attributed to XL Recordings. According to XL, the “main albums” are being made available in their original form to begin with, “before non-LP material is reconfigured.”