Thom Yorke (Radiohead, The Smile, you know who he is) has delivered the enchanting and hauntingly beautiful opening theme for Apple TV+’s forthcoming series Smoke. The single, called ‘Dialing In’ features Thom’s vocals alongside fragile glass-like bells, dancing like flames, unaware of the brooding atmosphere building like a steadily consuming fire beneath.
Existing Thom Yorke fans may recognise the track as one he’s previously performed live, now available for the first time on streaming platforms. Originally titled ‘Gawpers’, the unreleased track contained parallels with the themes of Smoke, having been fine-tuned to underscore the show’s themes even further. Pre-save it here.
“Working with Thom Yorke was as much an honour for me as working with Clint Eastwood, Martin Scorsese or Richard Price,” says Smoke creator and executive producer Dennis Lehane. “I’ve somehow been blessed with collaborating with living legends who were also formative influences on my own creative life. Thom is definitely that. In addition, he took a basic concept I gave him and delivered a song that perfectly embodies the show and absolutely crushes.”
‘Dialing In’ is out now in both standard and Atmos formats – hear it in the official Apple TV+ trailer for Smoke, also out today. Smoke launches globally on Apple TV+ June 27, 2025.