Radiohead dismiss breakdown rumours

Radiohead have dismissed reports they are buckling under the strain of writing their first studio album in three years, insisting they are committed to producing a great record.

Frontman Thom Yorke sparked panic among fans when he posted an emotionally-charged message on the band's website, suggesting they were "cracking up".

However, Yorke's most recent blog reveals a happier side to the band.

He writes: "Listening back to things we are doing and looking through the lyrics today and stuff it feels like we are finally getting somewhere. There are lots of songs. Too many to get together straight away. So we will be furiously rehearsing and writing as we go.

"I think we've always worked best when we aren't bothered about making mistakes. There's a lot of baggage about the old way of doing things that is hard to get over... all the 'album' c**p."