Guide Note

The experimental British rock band Radiohead launched a social network site called W.A.S.T.E Central in early 2008.

The site is characterized by dark colors and a straight-edged, basic design. After signing up, users can upload a profile picture, post photos and video clips, invite friends to join, arrange to attend or discuss Radiohead gigs and add friends.

Fast Facts

1. Powered by the Ning platform
2. Sign up supplies the user with a special Radiohead email address
3. Main service is the gig-meet-up feature, a forum for fans who want to meet at gig venues

1. Official Site: Radiohead.tv
2. Launched Waste Central, a social media site for fans in April, 2008
3. Genre: Experimental Rock
4. Origin: Oxford, England
5. Formed: 1991
6. Albums: 7
7. Discography
8. Name is taken from a Talking Heads song