Stop Making Sense to Be Re-Released in Theaters for 40th Anniversary

David Byrne dons his oversized grey suit in a new trailer for the 4K restoration

DB x The Science of Happiness podcast

Episode 87: David Byrne on How Music Connects Us

Watch American Utopi‪a‬ on Broadway from home!

AMERICAN UTOPIA is now available in the US and Canada for digital rental and digital purchase/download on major internet VOD platforms (such as iTunes, Amazon, Vudu, & Google Play) and major cable VOD platforms (such as AT&T Uverse, DirecTV, Verizon Fios, & Cox).

Dingbats For Sale!

The idea for the dingbat drawings came about when my colleagues at Reasons to Be Cheerful suggested I might make a series of illustrations to accompany the articles published as part of the We Are Not Divided project. I said I couldn’t draw to order, but I could provide a library of images to draw from.
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David Byrne’s ‘American Utopia’ Will Return to Broadway Next Fall

The theatrical concert has been a critical and commercial success. A film version by Spike Lee is also on the way.

Spike Lee to Direct Film Version of David Byrne’s ‘American Utopia’ Broadway Show

“Pinch me. This couldn’t have worked out better for this project,” singer says of cinematic take on stage show

NYT Review: ‘American Utopia’ Is David Byrne’s Neighborhood

This jubilant production, choreographed by Annie-B Parson, transforms an icon of alienation into a cosmically cozy senior statesman.

David Byrne Wins Helpmann for Best International Contemporary Concert

David Byrne has won a Helpmann Award in Australia for the Best International Contemporary Concert.

Cursed Child and Counting & Cracking dominate this year’s Helpmann nominations

The Helpmanns will be presented in Melbourne this year – after more than a decade in Sydney – across two events on July 14 and 15. See the full list of nominees below.

On the Horizon: The Shows Heading to Broadway in the 2019–2020 Season

As the curtain comes down on the 73rd annual Tony Awards, here's what's set to take the stage next.

How to Watch the Tony Awards and What You Need to Know

When and how to watch Broadway’s biggest celebration, plus the best New York Times journalism on the nominees and contests.

Tony Awards FAQ! Everything You Need to Know About Broadway’s Biggest Night of 2019

The 73rd annual Tony Awards is almost here! We've pulled together some frequently asked questions about Broadway's starriest ceremony so you can find all of the answers in one place. Happy Tonys, everybody!

Music legend David Byrne is coming to Broadway

Now the former Talking Heads frontman is leaning into his flair for the dramatic and adapting his roadshow for the Great White Way. After a two-week pre-Broadway stint in Boston, American Utopia is slated to debut at the Hudson Theatre October 4 and run through January 19.

David Byrne Releases June Radio Presents Playlist “The Funky Broadway”

David Byrne is bringing his American Utopia tour to Broadway later this year (and early next year), and to celebrate that fantastical news, it looks like his June playlisttakes a unique journey through songs that remind him about his first memories of that famous street in New York City.

David Byrne advocated for NYC arts funding, is unsure about De Blasio presidential bid

NYC Patch reports that Byrne called for action from Mayor Bill de Blasio, saying, “culture helps your whole city, your whole community, even if you don’t partake in it.”

Talking Heads frontman David Byrne joins chorus for NYC library funding

Byrne joined a chorus of voices at City Hall Tuesday demanding better funding for city libraries and cultural institutions as the de Blasio Administration and City Council negotiate the Fiscal Year 20 budget.

David Byrne will take his ‘American Utopia’ show to Broadway

Broadway and Boston will get to see the Byrne show in Autumn of 2019.

Talking Heads founder David Byrne opposes spending cuts for New York City’s cultural institutions

David Byrne of the Talking Heads headlined a rally on the steps of City Hall on Tuesday calling for $23.7 million more for cultural institutions in the city budget and blasting the reduction in spending on them.

David Byrne: De Blasio’s presidential run is on road to nowhere

Byrne, wearing a salmon-colored suit and black Chuck Taylors, was attending a rally on the steps of City Hall to oppose de Blasio’s plan to cut $6 million from public cultural institutions.

19 of the best Boston shows on stage this summer

DAVID BYRNE’S AMERICAN UTOPIA: In a pre-Broadway engagement, innovative pop/rock icon David Byrne shares the spotlight with a diverse ensemble of 11 musical artists from around the globe, at the Emerson Colonial Theatre Sept. 11-28.

DAVID BYRNE ANNOUNCES ‘AMERICAN UTOPIA’ BROADWAY RUN

David Byrne announced that his acclaimed American Utopia live show would be adapted for a Broadway run later this year. The performances will take place in the 1,500-capacity Hudson Theatre for 16 weeks, from Oct. 4 to Jan. 19.

Bringing down the house? David Byrne’s “American Utopia” tour coming to the Broadway stage this fall

Ex-Talking Heads frontman David Byrne is adapting the theatrical concert performance he developed for his tour promoting his 2018 solo album, American Utopia, for the Broadway stage.

David Byrne announces American Utopia residency in New York

David Byrne will settle his American Utopia touring down for a 16-week residency at New York’s Hudson Theatre from October.

Do Yourself a Favor and Catch David Byrne’s ‘American Utopia’ Show on Broadway This Fall

Late last week, it was announced that David Byrne is taking his American Utopia live show to Broadway for a limited-engagement run at the Hudson Theatre in New York City, running from October into January.

David Byrne’s American Utopia Comes To Life On Broadway At The Historic Hudson Theatre

David Byrne the talented performer and former lead singer of the Talking Heads will be performing American Utopia on Broadway at the Hudson Theatre from October 4 through January 19, 2020 and 18 performances at Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre from September 11 through September 28, 2019.

And You May Find Yourself Seeing David Byrne on Broadway!

If you were too cheap to fork over some cash to see David Byrne’s American Utopia tour, a.k.a. Stop Making Sense 2.0, last year, be prepared to fork over even more cash now: He’s coming to Broadway, baby!

David Byrne is bringing his American Utopia to Broadway

But rather than going for something stripped down and intimate, in the style of Bruce Springsteen’s monumentally successful Springsteen On Broadway, Byrne is pursuing the spectacle, bringing his expansive, highly mobile American Utopiatour to a limited-run theatrical residency.

DAVID BYRNE’S AMERICAN UTOPIA IS BROADWAY BOUND

If anyone is wondering where one can find Utopia in America, try checking on Broadway this fall.

David Byrne’s American Utopia to Head to Broadway and Boston

The live show features Alex Timbers as Production Consultant with choreography and musical staging by Annie-B Parson.

David Byrne to Bring American Utopia to Broadway and Boston

The Scottish-American singer-songwriter heads to the New York theatre stage himself after penning the scores of Here Lies Love and Joan of Arc: Into the Fire.

Breaking: David Byrne’s AMERICAN UTOPIA Will Come to Broadway This Fall!

After a sold-out, year-long critically acclaimed international tour, David Byrne's American Utopia will play a strictly limited engagement on Broadway at the intimate Hudson Theatre from October 4, 2019 through January 19, 2020, with the official opening set for October 20, 2019.

David Byrne’s Theatrical Concert American Utopia to Play Broadway Run

After a year-long, acclaimed international tour, Scottish-American singer-songwriter David Byrne's acclaimed theatrical concert American Utopia will arrive on Broadway this fall.

David Byrne Announces ‘David Byrne’s American Utopia’ Broadway Show

David Byrne shared plans Friday for "David Byrne's American Utopia," a Broadway show that officially opens at the Hudson Theatre on October 20.

David Byrne Announces American Utopia Broadway Residency

David Byrne is heading to Broadway. The celebrated musician is bringing his American Utopia live show to the Great White Way this fall, under the extremely dramatic name David Byrne’s American Utopia: A Once in a Lifetime Theatrical Event.

‘David Byrne’s American Utopia’ coming to Broadway in October (tickets on sale)

David Byrne‘s acclaimed American Utopia tour is indeed coming to Broadway for 16 weeks at the Hudson Theatre from October 4, 2019 – January 20, 2020 (the official opening is October 20).

David Byrne Announces ‘American Utopia’ Broadway Residency

Because of how theatrical the show is, others started telling me ‘this needs to go to Broadway.’ Why not?” singer writes of production in support of 2018 LP.

David Byrne Announces Broadway Residency

The American Utopia event comes to New York in October.

David Byrne’s ‘American Utopia’ Sets Broadway and Boston Dates

The former Talking Heads frontman's critically acclaimed show will make its way to the Big Apple in October.

David Byrne bringing ‘American Utopia’ to the Colonial for a pre-Broadway run

“David Byrne’s American Utopia” is headed to Broadway this fall, but not before the former Talking Heads frontman stages 18 performances of the hybrid theatrical concert at Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre.

David Byrne Is Coming to Broadway

The pop artist is retooling his “American Utopia” show for a 15-week run from October to January.

David Byrne’s American Utopia will officially bow on Broadway

The Broadway premiere begins performances at the Hudson Theatre on October 4, 2019.

David Byrne’s ‘American Utopia’ Coming to B’way

After a sold-out, year-long international tour, David Byrne’s American Utopia will play a strictly limited engagement on Broadway at the intimate Hudson Theatre from Oct. 4 through January 19, 2020, with the official opening set for October 20, 2019.

David Byrne To Bring American Utopia To B’Way For A Residency

David Byrne is bringing his American Utopia show to New York for a Broadway residence.

‘David Byrne’s American Utopia’ Set For Boston, Broadway

Following a critically acclaimed year-long tour, David Byrne’s American Utopia will makes its way to Broadway for a run of performances at New York City’s Hudson Theatre, set for October 4th through January 19th, 2020.

David Byrne bringing American Utopia show to Broadway

The iconic musician has announced he’s bringing his American Utopia show to Broadway later this year for a strictly limited engagement

David Byrne’s ‘American Utopia’ Is Coming To Broadway Later This Year

After a year-long international tour, David Byrne announced today that he will be bringing his American Utopia project/show to Broadway. "People ask me will I be darting into a town car after these shows or taking a flying leap onto my bicycle…take a wild guess," Byrne said in a statement.

David Byrne to Rock Broadway This October with American Utopia Theatrical Event

The inimitable mega-talent David Byrne is ready to blow minds on Broadway. Byrne is prepping his stellar American Utopia show for a limited engagement at NYC’s famous Hudson Theatre starting Oct. 4, followed by an official opening Oct. 20 and closing out Jan. 19, 2020.

David Byrne Announces Broadway Residency

Over the past year, David Byrne has been taking his American Utopia tour across the world; now, he’s bringing it to Broadway for a limited engagement at the Hudson Theatre, with Broadway veteran Alex Timbers as a production consultant.

David Byrne to bring ‘American Utopia’ to Boston, Broadway

Pitchfork confirmed Friday the 67-year-old singer will perform the show in Boston in September ahead of a Broadway residency in New York beginning in October.

David Byrne is taking his ‘American Utopia’ show to Broadway

The former Talking Heads frontman will kickstart a residency at New York's Theatreland in October.

David Byrne to Bring ‘American Utopia’ Show to Broadway

The production will play a pre-Broadway stint at Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston in September before heading to New York in October.

Watch David Byrne perform Talking Heads’ ‘Slippery People’ with Mavis Staples

Staple Singers covered the 'Speaking In Tongues' track back in the '80s.

Mavis Staples Shows Off Range, Relevance at 80th Birthday Apollo Show

The singer welcomed a slew of guests, from David Byrne to Valerie June, during a celebratory, career-spanning set.

Mavis Staples played the Apollo w/ David Byrne, Jason Isbell, Norah Jones & more

The legendary Mavis Staples turns 80 this year, and she’s celebrating with guest-filled birthday shows, the first of which was at Harlem’s historic Apollo Theater last night (5/9).

Watch David Byrne & Mavis Staples Sing The Talking Heads At Her 80th Birthday Show At The Apollo

David Byrne and Mavis Staples are two legends who come from vastly different musical traditions, but they’ve got a long history with each other. And it’s a history built around one song: “Slippery People,” a twitchy and gospel-influenced jam from the 1983 Talking Heads album Speaking In Tongues.

David Byrne, Warren Haynes, Jason Isbell & More Honor Mavis Staples At Apollo Theater

Legendary vocalist Mavis Staples celebrated her forthcoming 80th birthday, which takes place on July 10, with the first of three all-star concerts. Last night’s performance was held at the iconic Apollo Theater in Harlem and featured David Byrne, Warren Haynes, Jason Isbell and more.

Artists, celebs combine to make Beyond Trend a hot night in Oakland

David Byrne and Mindy Cohn among the stars attending this runway event featuring Creative Growth artists.

SoundExchange Announces New Additions to Board of Directors

RIAA's Mitch Glazier, Universal Music Group's Alasdair McMullan, entertainment attorney Laurie Soriano and Sony Music's Jeff Walker have joined the organization.

Watch: David Byrne’s “Grown Backwards: A Visual History”

David Byrne's Nonesuch Records debut album, Grown Backwards—which Pitchfork said "fits alongside the best of his career"—turned fifteen in March and made its vinyl debut then. We've put together a brief visual history of the album with archival audio, prototype album art, songwriting inspirations, and a timeline of milestone moments. 

From BB King to Kate Bush: our critics pick their favourite ever gigs

Fiona Sturges, Mark Beaumont, Lucy Jones, Chris Harvey, David Lister, Patrick Smith, Elisa Bray, Alex Pollard, Roisin O’Connor and Martin Chilton pick the greatest gigs they've ever been to.

HBO Releases Trailer for 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Special: Watch

The clip features the night's star-studded inductees, performances and events, including David Byrne introducing Radiohead, Harry Styles performing with Stevie Nicks, Janelle Monae honoring Janet Jackson, Trent Reznor on the Cure and much more.

See Trailer for HBO’s 2019 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Special

The Brooklyn induction ceremony honored Radiohead, Janet Jackson, Stevie Nicks, Def Leppard, the Cure, Roxy Music and the Zombies.

David Byrne Inducts Radiohead Into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

David Byrne gave a speech inducting Radiohead into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 

Watch David Byrne pay tribute to Radiohead at their induction to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

"They’ve both changed our idea of what popular music can be and how it can be released and marketed to us."

Read David Byrne’s Full Speech Inducting Radiohead Into Rock Hall 2019

“I was surprised and very flattered when Radiohead stated they named themselves after a song that I had written. I did ask myself, ‘Why that song?’”

David Byrne Inducts Radiohead Into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame

So it’s appropriate that Byrne, himself a member of the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame along with his fellow Heads, would be the one to induct Radiohead into the hall.

Read David Byrne’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Tribute to Radiohead

David Byrne fittingly paid tribute to Radiohead, the band that got its name from one of his songs.

Mavis Staples Reveals 80th Birthday Celebration Guests: David Byrne, Jason Isbell, More

On Thursday, Mavis Staple unveiled the star-studded lineups for her upcoming celebratory concerts. On May 9th, Mavis will be joined by David Byrne, Jason Isbell, Jon Batiste, Lake Street Dive, Nicole Atkins, Norah Jones, The Lone Bellow, Valerie June, and Warren Haynes at New York City’s Apollo Theater.

Mavis Staples Reveals 80th Birthday Concert Lineups

Mavis Staples will celebrate her 80th birthday with a trio of concerts billed as “Mavis & Friends” in New York City, Nashville and Los Angeles this May. The initial round of guests for all three shows has been announced.

Flashback: Radiohead Play a Haunting ‘Karma Police’ at Glastonbury

Since they won’t be performing their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction this week, check out this vintage clip from 2003.

David Byrne at SXSW 2019: True stories of hope

“Occasionally I’d read something that seemed hopeful and encouraging,” the Grammy, Golden Globe, and Academy-award winning musician told a packed hall at Reasons To Be Cheerful with David Byrne, presented at South by Southwest Conference and Festivals (SXSW) 2019 in Austin.

So, What’s Going on With Radiohead’s Rock Hall Induction?

Who’s inducting them? David Byrne is confirmed. Great choice! A fun piece of trivia is that Radiohead renamed themselves after the Talking Heads song “Radio Head” from their 1986 album, Truer Stories.

David Byrne’s Nonesuch Debut Album, “Grown Backwards,” Now Available on Vinyl with Six Bonus Tracks

David Byrne's Nonesuch Records debut album, Grown Backwards, first released on March 16, 2004, makes its vinyl debut today, one day before the album's fifteenth anniversary.

SXSW Music News: De La Soul, J Balvin, and T Bone Burnett Headlined Hump Day

Sage advice from David Byrne followed up at his own session, highlighting positive advocacy efforts worldwide for his Reasons To Be Cheerful project. 

David Byrne celebrates the specialness of small-town Texas at SXSW

David Byrne joined cast and crew from “True Stories” at the Paramount Theatre on Wednesday evening for a SXSW screening of Criterion’s 4K restoration of the 1986 film.

David Byrne Details Reasons to Be Cheerful at SXSW

David Byrne came to South By Southwest on Wednesday (March 13) to talk about his Reasons To Be Cheerful project and, in the evening, to screen and answer questions about his 1986 film True Stories.

Harry Styles, Trent Reznor, David Byrne to Present at Rock Hall of Fame Inductions

Brian May, Janelle Monáe, Susanna Hoffs, John Taylor and Simon Le Bon will also be on hand to induct the new class.

David Byrne, Queen’s Brian May, others tapped to welcome 2019 Rock Hall of Fame inductees

David Byrne will handle the welcoming in of English rock band Radiohead and Queen’s Brian May will do the same for English heavy metal band Def Leppard at the ceremony at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

Rock Hall 2019 Presenters: David Byrne to Induct Radiohead, Trent Reznor for The Cure, More

Radiohead will be inducted by David Byrne, and The Cure by Trent Reznor.

Rock Hall 2019 Induction Speakers: David Byrne for Radiohead, Trent Reznor for the Cure

Presenters for this year’s inductees include David Byrne (for Radiohead), Trent Reznor(for the Cure), Janelle Monáe (for Janet Jackson), Harry Styles(for Stevie Nicks), Duran Duran’s John Taylor and Simon Le Bon (for Roxy Music), Queen’s Brian May (for Def Leppard), and the Bangles’ Susanna Hoffs (for the Zombies).

Rock Hall Names 2019 Induction Speakers: Trent Reznor, David Byrne, Janelle Monaé

Among this year’s speakers’ there are two who are already in the Hall Of Fame. David Byrne, a Hall Of Famer as a member of the Talking Heads, will induct Radiohead, though there’s at least a chance that nobody from Radiohead will be there to accept the induction.

David Byrne and Harry Styles Are Among This Year’s Very Hip Rock Hall Presenters

Per Rolling Stone, the musicians getting ready to reminisce onstage about their heroes will be the following: Harry Styles for Stevie Nicks, Queen’s Brian May for Def Leppard, Trent Reznor for the Cure, Janelle Monáe for Janet Jackson, David Byrne for Radiohead, the Bangles’ Susanna Hoffs for the Zombies, and Duran Duran’s John Taylor and Simon Le Bon for Roxy Music.

Rock Hall of Fame 2019: David Byrne to present Radiohead, Trent Reznor to introduce The Cure

Janelle Monáe introduces Janet Jackson; Harry Styles welcomes Stevie Nicks; and Duran Duran presents Roxy Music

The 6 best acts we saw in the first half of SXSW 2019

The 34th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony has announced their 2019 presenters. Talking Heads’ frontman David Byrne will induct Radiohead and Nine Inch Nails’ Trent Reznor will induct The Cure at the ceremony held at Brooklyn, NY’s Barclays Center on March 29th.

True Stories Of Meeting David Byrne, With Stephen Tobolowsky

And that is how Stephen Tobolowsky found himself sitting next to David Byrne of the Talking Heads.

SXSW 2019: 14 Must-See Films at This Year’s Festival, From ‘Us’ to ‘Booksmart’

From returning Austin favorites to newbie talents to watch out for, we've got over a dozen new films you can't miss at this year's festival.

SXSW Conference Announces Keynote Speakers Brandi Carlile, Nile Rodgers, More

Other SXSW speakers will include Beastie Boys' Michael Diamond and Adam Horovitz, T Bone Burnett, David Byrne, and Shirley Manson of Garbage.

David Byrne’s Grown Backwards to receive first-ever vinyl pressing for 15th anniversary

Featuring six additional tracks, including a collaboration with Caetano Veloso.

SXSW: Stacey Abrams, John Boehner, Beastie Boys, T Bone Burnett Join Speaker Lineup

Featured speakers will include David Byrne, Elizabeth Banks, Ethan Hawke and Gwyneth Paltrow, among others.

SXSW 2019 Speakers: David Byrne, Beastie Boys, Brandi Carlile, Nile Rodgers, More

South by Southwest (SXSW) has announced more speakers for its annual conference/festival in Austin, Texas. Featured speakers now include David Byrne, Ad-Rock and Mike D of Beastie Boys, Brandi Carlile, Nile Rodgers, and more.

American Utopia World Tour Photos!

Our favorite photos from the American Utopia World Tour—all in one place!

Announcing American Utopia World Tour Opening Acts

All the artists who are joining me on my tour have been chosen by me. It’s a privilege to share the stage with these artists—I hope you’ll catch some of them at the dates below or at least check them out.

Watch: David Byrne And Choir! Choir! Choir! Perform David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’

Last month, during the Under the Radar Festival in New York City, David Byrne joined Choir! Choir! Choir! to perform a rendition of the David Bowie/Brian Eno penned tune ‘Heroes.’

David Byrne Covers David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’: Video

Former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne has released a cover version of David Bowie’s classic “Heroes.”

David Byrne teamed up with Choir! Choir! Choir! to cover Bowie’s ‘Heroes’

At the Under the Radar Festival in New York City earlier this month, a crowd of soon-to-be singers rehearsed "back ups" for David Bowie's "Heroes."

David Byrne Writes About & Shares Video Of Choir! Choir! Choir! Collaboration

Earlier this month, Talking Heads frontman David Byrne honored his friend David Bowie by performing The Thin White Duke’s “Heroes” with about 100 vocalists via Canadian project Choir! Choir! Choir! in the lobby of New York City’s Public Theater.

David Byrne Uses Crowd Sourced Choir To Cover David Bowie’s Heroes

David Byrne found an interesting way to pay tribute to David Bowie.

David Byrne Releases Official Video for His Choir-Backed Cover of David Bowie’s “Heroes”

Former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne has released an official video for his live cover of David Bowie’s “Heroes” with Choir! Choir! Choir! in New York.

David Byrne shares official video for his Choir! Choir! Choir! cover of David Bowie’s “Heroes”

Earlier this month, David Byrne teamed with Choir! Choir! Choir! for a performance as part of New York’s Under the Radar Festival.

Was für ein Tag!

Noch in diesem Frühjahr erscheint das neue Soloalbum von David Byrne, doch der Mann ist jetzt schon auf Europatour. Nur nicht mit Musik, sondern mit einer Vortragsreihe gegen den Pessimismus, Reasons to be cheerful.

WATCH: David Byrne Singing David Bowie, Madonna Tunes With Choir

Former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne made a surprise appearance with the Canadian collective Choir! Choir! Choir! in New York.

DAVID BYRNE: REASONS TO BE CHEERFUL

Fondazione Prada will host at its Milan Cinema a special presentation of David Byrne’s Reasons to Be Cheerful, an ongoing series of hopeful writings, photos, music and lectures curated by Byrne himself.

Manden bag Talking Heads samlede 700 tilhørere til optimist-foredrag

Men i stedet for mentalt at gå i sort har han som en slags terapi over længere tid samlet på positive historier og opløftende nyheder, som har kunnet minde ham om, at der rent faktisk foregår en masse godt rundt om i verden.

Roskilde-aktuel rockstjerne vil gøre dig glad

David Byrne har nemlig sat sig for at gøre verden til et bedre stede at leve.

David Byrne Announces ‘Reasons To Be Cheerful’ Lecture Tour

David Byrne has announced a short run of free lectures to take place across Europe over the coming days. Entitled "Reasons to Be Cheerful," it’s a continuation of a concept that he says informed American Utopia, his first album in 14 years, which arrives in March.

David Byrne’s Free European Lecture Tour

Reasons to be cheerful one, two, three, four and five...

David Byrne Brings “Reasons To Be Cheerful” to Europe

David Byrne, whose new album, American Utopia, is due March 9 on Todomundo/Nonesuch Records, begins a five-city European tour of his ongoing Reasons To Be Cheerful project.

David Byrne præsenterer gratis og opløftende historier i København

1980’er-ikonet og Talking Heads-forsangeren David Byrne – ham med ”Burning Down the House" og ”Psycho Killer” – har samlet gode nyheder fra hele verden, der minder ham om: »Hej, der foregår faktisk nogle positive ting!« Dette har inspireret ham til et nyt projekt på tværs af platforme, som han kalder ”Reasons To Be Cheerful”.

Sick of bad news? David Byrne launches Reasons To Be Cheerful, a website for good times only

In the face of a world in toil, David Byrne has launched a website for his well-doing initiative ‘Reasons To Be Cheerful’.

Tishaura Jones Gets a Shout-Out on David Byrne’s ‘Reasons to Be Cheerful’

What gives musician David Byrne hope, even in a dark time? How about the political success of Tishaura Jones?

WATCH DAVID BYRNE LEAD A CHOIR TO SING DAVID BOWIE AND MADONNA

David Byrne, the enigmatic lead singer of Talking Heads, is gearing up to release his solo LP American Utopia on March 9th, but has still found time to make a performance group’s dreams come true.

David Byrne leads Choir! Choir! Choir! in covers of Bowie and Madonna

On Saturday night, the Talking Heads founder joined Choir! Choir! Choir! for a performance in the lobby of New York’s Public Theater as part of Under the Radar Festival.

Reasons To Be Cheerful In Europe

David Byrne will be presenting his Reasons To Be Cheerful in Europe!

David Byrne & Choir! Choir! Choir! coveredd Bowie & Madonna @ Public Theater (pics, video)

David Byrne was the surprise “VIP guest” of Choir! Choir! Choir!‘s free-with-RSVP performance on Saturday at the Public Theater as part of the 2018 Under the Radar Festival.

David Byrne Launches the “Reasons to Be Cheerful” Web Site: A Compendium of News Meant to Remind Us

Whatever your ideological persuasion, our time has no doubt given you more than a few reasons to fear for the future of civilization, not least because bad news sells. Musician, artist, and former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne has certainly felt the effects.

David Byrne gives us reasons to be cheerful — announces new album and tour

The news organizations love to remind us of all the ways we’re heading down via handbasket, but we amplify the sentiment even more through our social platforms. David Byrne wants you to give it a rest.

Dreading 2018? Don’t - David Byrne just gave a seminar on these Reasons To Be Cheerful

Essentially, the Talking Heads legend has made a proactive choice not to wallow in the bad news, but search for the glimmers of light. Over the past few years, he’s been collecting inspiration. Think of it as a scrap book, where all the cuttings are about hopeful, encouraging, constructive stories.

Reasons To Be Cheerful Talk, January 8th!

David Byrne believes there are actually a LOT of encouraging things going on around the world—they’ve given him hope and inspired a new record and he’d like to share them with you at...

At Ailey, a Dance Set to Coltrane Finds a Somber Radiance

John Coltrane and David Byrne aren’t casual choices for a choreographer looking for dance music — at least they shouldn’t be. Yet last week, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater proved that there’s a place for both. Twyla Tharp’s “The Golden Section,” set to music by Mr. Byrne and returning to the repertory this season, still shimmers. True, the dancers need more time to live in the groove of her tricky coordinations — the movement needs to look as though it’s melting off the body — but nothing checks that box faster than performance time.

Once more in a lifetime: David Byrne to return to UBCFA

The last time David Byrne, his band and a troop of dancers performed at the University at Buffalo's Center for the Arts, I scrawled a note in my journal after filing my review and returning home. "One of the ten best shows, no question," I gushed to no one but myself. I stand by that assessment, and fully expect to scrawl something similar when Byrne and his band return to the CFA for a show at 7 p.m. March 6.

David Byrne Tour comes to Count Basie Theatre

David Byrne is coming back to Red Bank. Byrne, the boundary-pushing art-rock iconoclast, announced Tuesday that he'll return to the Asbury Park Press Stage at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank on Saturday, March 3, 2018.

Talking Heads frontman David Byrne to perform at Hershey Theatre in 2018

It seems as if central Pennsylvania has caught David Byrne's eye. The former Talking Heads frontman blogged in October about the Rock Lititz campus where he was preparing for a tour. Now, that tour is coming to Hershey.

Former Talking Heads David Byrne to Perform at Hershey Theatre

Former Talking Heads lead singer David Byrne is coming to Hershey in 2018.

David Byrne To Embark On First Solo Tour Since 2009

This March, legendary performer David Byrne will do something he hasn’t done since 2009: he will embark on a solo tour. Byrne, who fronted Hall Of Fame act Talking Heads from the group’s formation through their 1991 breakup, is also expected to release a new album to accompany the March 2018 tour.

David Byrne of Talking Heads, Comedian Eddie Izzard to play UPAC

An English comedian long known for his eccentric style and the former lead singer of the Talking Heads will perform shows at UPAC in Kingston in early next year. Comedian Eddie Izzard will take the stage Feb. 16, and rock star David Byrne will perform on March 10.

David Byrne to play Solo Show at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre

David Byrne, the musical auteur who helped transition punk rock to new wave with the seminal band Talking Heads, then expanded to world music and other genres, will play F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre, it was just announced.

David Byrne Will Offer Some Free ‘Reasons to Be Cheerful’ at New Museum’s Ideas City

David Byrne, the legendary frontman of Talking Heads, is hopping off his bicycle long enough to share some “Reasons to Be Cheerful” at New Museum’s upcoming Ideas City festival.

New Museum Presents IdeasCity New York

The New Museum is pleased to announce the fourth edition of IdeasCity New YorkRelated Content for New York, taking place Saturday, September 16, 2017, at Sara D. Roosevelt Park on Chrystie Street, one block from the New Museum.

David Byrne Says ‘Remember These Faces, Remember Their Names’ in GOP Health Care Bill Protest

David Byrne wants you to remember their faces and names.

David Byrne Personally Approved Selena Gomez’s “Psycho Killer” Sample

Art-pop icon "heard it, loved it and approved it"

Selena Gomez’s New Single “Bad Liar” Already Has David Byrne’s Approval

The new track debuted Thursday, and indeed, it shares that buoyant thumbed bass line that distinguishes "Psycho Killer"—because they're actually the same bass line, though "Bad Liar" is transposed down a few notes.

Selena Gomez’s New Song Samples Talking Heads’ “Psycho Killer” and It Slaps

David Byrne approves too!

Selena Gomez Samples Talking Heads on New Song “Bad Liar”: Listen

Selena Gomez has released a new song, “Bad Liar.” It features a prominent sample of Talking Heads’ 1977 single “Psycho Killer.”

How Selena Gomez’s New Single ‘Bad Liar’ Got a Thumbs-Up From David Byrne

Gomez's label Interscope reportedly played the track for David Byrne who, according to a source, liked the track so much he gave authority for its use.

40 Years Ago: Brian Eno Meets David Byrne, Changing the Talking Heads’ Career Path

Brian Eno‘s remarkable six-album collaboration with David Byrne began with a chance meeting at London’s Rock Garden.

A BRILLIANT RETURN FOR A TALKING HEADS ALBUM

David Byrne joins Angélique Kidjo onstage at Carnegie Hall for "Once in a Lifetime".

Watch David Byrne Join Angélique Kidjo For “Once In A Lifetime” At Carnegie Hall

On Friday night, the Grammy-winning Beninese singer Angélique Kidjo hosted a tribute to the Talking Heads’ classic album Remain In Light at Carnegie Hall.

Review: Angélique Kidjo Takes ‘Remain in Light’ Back to Africa

Africa rapturously reclaimed rock when Angélique Kidjo, from Benin, performed all the songs from Talking Heads’ album “Remain in Light” on Friday night at Carnegie Hall, along with a few of her own.

Watch David Byrne and Angélique Kidjo Perform Talking Heads’ “Once in a Lifetime”

The Beninese singer performed the entirety of Talking Heads’ 1980 album Remain in Light at Carnegie Hall

David Byrne gave us “Reasons to be Cheerful” at BRIC OPEN Festival kickoff Read More: David Byrne g

Offering dozens of examples of “good, inspiring things happening in our community, and in the world” in these “troubling times” — one day after the Trump Administration announce a massive tax cut benefiting the wealthiest folks in the country (including Trump, his family and businesses) — Byrne’s presentation gave much-needed perspective, if not a complete antidote, for the depression felt by so many since November.

A toast to cheer: David Byrne to lecture on why we should be cheerful

Cheer up and hear all about it.

A toast to cheer: David Byrne to lecture on why we should be cheerful

“My perspective is that what is happening now is the result of policies and forces that have been going on for decades, and to some extent, what is happening therefore shouldn’t be such a surprise,” said Byrne. “Which is different than saying everything is acceptable — and rather than pointing fingers and blaming, which I too love to do, I am thinking that, if we find some hopeful signs, that we might move forward.” - David Byrne

Talking Heads’ David Byrne to Speak at Seattle’s MoPOP Conference

April 20, 2017, will see the beginning of the 16th Annual Pop Conference held at the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) in Seattle, Washington, over 4 days.

David Byrne’s ‘Live From Austin, TX’ to Get Vinyl Release

A 2007 David Byrne live album is set for a June 2 release on vinyl. New West Records initially released the Talking Heads co-founder’s Live from Austin, TX: David Byrne on CD/DVD in 2007.

David Byrne joins NYC rally to save the arts from Trump cuts

Cutting funding to the arts is a road to nowhere, former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne said at a rally at City Hall Monday.

Trump protest in NYC over arts funding cuts headlined by David Byrne, Scott Stringer, more

President Donald Trump has launched an assault on the arts, politicians, executives and artists, including Talking Heads founder David Byrne, said at a City Hall rally on Monday.

“It’s Complete Stupidity”: Hundreds Rally at NYC City Hall to Oppose Trump’s Arts Cuts

A capacity crowd of 400 rallied at the steps of City Hall in downtown Manhattan on Monday to speak out against proposed cuts to public funding of arts and culture by the Trump administration.

David Byrne Among Those Set to Rally Against Trump Cuts to Arts Funding

Hundreds of residents, elected officials, cultural groups and artists — including Talking Heads frontman David Byrne — will rally in Manhattan Monday to protest President Donald Trump's proposal to gut federal funding for the arts and humanities.

FILM HOUSE: The Talking Heads at a most fertile time

If there is one term that makes a new wave musician squirm, even more than being referred to as a new wave musician, it’s quirky.

BRIC Announces Free Public Arts Fest in Brooklyn with David Byrne, Historic Video Art, and More

BRIC, a Brooklyn-based non-profit media and arts organization dedicated to free public programming in New York, announced the lineup today for its first-ever BRIC OPEN Festival, a weekend-long series of public talks and performances to be held at its downtown Brooklyn headquarters April 27 through 30.

A New Documentary Conceived by David Byrne Explores the Wonder of the Color Guard

"...concert footage... blended with interviews and candid moments that reveal the passion and emotional drama behind color guard performances."

Here Lies Love is Coming to Seattle Rep!

I’m thrilled this is happening, and... we've got a LOT of the original NY cast!! Huge thanks to Seattle Rep—their commitment and perseverance have been above and beyond. Click here to get…

Ballroom Marfa 2016 New York Gala Honors David Byrne and Jill Soloway

Ballroom honors David Byrne for his extraordinary work with The Talking Heads, and for his visionary contributions to opera, film, performance, and visual art.

David Byrne’s Science Experiment With Art, Theater

“The good news is that, from what I can tell, it’s not absolutely fixed. Our biases have changed. Our reaction to women having a vote, or slavery, or all of these things, you name it, have changed completely in the space of, whatever, 100 years or less. ... We’re not doing lessons, but that’s what I’m getting.”

David Byrne Will Debut New Immersive Theatrical Experience, Neurosociety

Byrne and Gaonkar said in a statement, “Experiments, we feel, are a form of theater. We have adopted elements of art installation and immersive theater to present these experiences in ways we think will be as engaging for others as they have been for us."

David Byrne announces art exhibition on neuroscience

“We wanted to share these concepts with as many people as possible.”

DAVID BYRNE ANNOUNCES “IMMERSIVE THEATRICAL” ART EXHIBITION ON NEUROSCIENCE

As described in the press release, “each interaction will reveal how the brain builds a subjective measure of the world and is fundamentally guided by pragmatic concerns anchored in personal experiences.”

David Byrne Is Putting Together an “Immersive Theatrical Experience” About Neuroscience

David Byrne and Mala Goankar team up for Neurosociety!

David Byrne readies ‘Neurosociety’ theatrical experience; Joan of Arc musical debuting in NYC

That is not the only big-scale project Byrne is working on. He’s also developing a musical about Joan of Arc.

Listen to Jamie xx and Floating Points’ New Mix Featuring David Byrne and more!

David's music pops up in the mix, along with songs by Gerry Rafferty, Moodymann and Theo Parrish, Armand Van Helden, Eddie Kendricks, and more.

David Byrne Debuts New Song on Pitchfork Radio

David and Luaka Bop colleague Eric Welles Nyström host an hour of songs recorded on phones.

David Byrne speaking at Good Room, then Brooklyn Museum

Catch David talk "Music Discovery" and "Weird America" at two upcoming discussions in Brooklyn.

David Byrne’s ‘Contemporary Color’ Documentary Heading To Theaters

Contemporary Color for all! Contemporary Color slated for wide-release in 2017.

David Byrne Pens Gun Control Essay: “Guns Are About Freedom: Our Freedom To Live”

“Everyone should not have the right to risk everyone else’s life and take away the freedom of others.”

Hot Trend: Hating YouTube

“We are essentially partners with the labels, and should be treated that way,” Byrne said. “Artists and labels have many common interests—both are appalled, for instance, by the oddly meager payments from YouTube (more people globally listen to music free on YouTube than anywhere else).”

7 Films To Catch At This Year’s Oak Cliff Film Festival

"The Oak Cliff Film Festival, once the little cinema-loving, upstart on Dallas' festival scene, turns a mature five-years-old this year."

Flashback: Talking Heads Reunite At 1989 Tom Tom Club Show

Head back to the 80's to jam with Talking Heads one last time.

Danny Brown’s New Album Inspired By Talking Heads

"He was interested by how he could implement the band's visual presentation into rap music."

David Byrne, John Mayer Join The Roots Picnic NYC

“New York is a second home to us,” Roots drummer Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson said in a recent interview.

David Byrne Issues Vote Register Plea To American Fans

Go forth and vote.

David Byrne No Fan Of ‘16 Election, Calls For Efforts To Bolster Voter Enfranchisement

"I am saddened by the low level to which U.S. politics has sunk."

Roots Picnic New York 2016 Lineup: David Byrne, D’Angelo, Wu-Tang Clan, And More

"Bryant Park will host some serious talent this October."

The Roots, D’Angelo, David Byrne, Wu-Tang Clan, More To Play First Ever Roots Picnic NYC

Get up and get down at the Roots Picnic this fall in Bryant Park!

The Activist Who Saved My Life, And Other Contrarians

On love and resistance.

Watch Arcade Fire And David Byrne Play Talking Heads Songs

Canada and America unite! Arcade Fire and David Byrne unite to perform Talking Heads covers.

When Stephen Tobolowsky Met David Byrne

Hello, my name is...

David Byrne Writes Joan Of Arc Musical

"This show is about Joan of Arc, a story everyone sort of knows, or knows something about, anyway. Everyone certainly knows how it ends, which I like - it means that everything that happens will feel like an irrevocable tragic advance toward a preordained ending."

David Byrne Presentará Una Comedia Musical Basado En La Vida De Juana De Arco

Byrne hizo hincapié en la elección de esa figura histórica por tratarse de “una adolescente que inspiró a otras a actuar, a derrocar a sus opresores y hacerse cargo de sus vidas”.

DAVID BYRNE WILL PUT HIS OWN TWIST ON THE STORY OF JOAN OF ARC

"A jack of all trades, it's no surprise that David Byrne plans to channel his talent into a new project. From working on musicals to collaborating with St. Vincent, Byrne always has his own creative juices flowing."

David Byrne Ha Scritto Un Musical Su Giovanna D’Arco

"S'intitola Saint Joan e verrà messo in scena per la prima volta al New York Public Theater il giorno di San Valentino 2017."

David Byrne Estrenará Musical Sobre Juana De Arco

"El músico y líder de Talking Heads ingresa al rubro del teatro musical con la historia de una guerrera francesa."

David Byrne Writing Musical Based On The Life Of Joan Of Arc

"Joan’s story is about the power of the individual to make a difference and (for me) the hubris and sometimes oversteps that often go along with that. In other words – it’s completely relevant."

Watch David Byrne On Unifying, Convincing Power Of Music

How music brings us together.

De La Soul’s Upcoming Album Features Damon Albarn, David Byrne + More

And the Anonymous Nobody... guest artists are no longer anonymous...

Public Theater Season To Include Work By David Byrne And Richard Nelson

Get ready to rock with Joan of Arc.

Tribeca Review: Infectious And Joyful Dance Documentary ‘Contemporary Color’ Featuring David Byrne,

"I spent most of the film trying to blink back tears, close my gaping mouth and smile all at the same time, a combination that seems far less impressive when you’re watching the coordination of these multi-talented performers."

David Byrne’s Attempt To Predict The Future Of Computers Shows Why Rock Died

"All that said, Byrne was right in that computers would be good for bookkeeping. Nailed that one."

How David Byrne Recruited St Vincent And Dev Hynes For An Epic Color Guard Stadium Showdown

"The former Talking Heads frontman premiered 'Contemporary Color,' an unmissable documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival that followed the making of his wildly imaginative color guard spectacular at the Barclays Center last summer."

David Byrne To Headline PS122’s 2016 Spring Gala

"I especially like their use of vernacular movement, taken from the most diverse sources imaginable - Beyoncé, Okinawan street dancers and Kabuki actors-but without referencing those contexts."

Color Guards Rock Out In David Byrne Doc ‘Contemporary Color’ – Tribeca Studio

“I was kind of curious. Months passed and they sent me a DVD of the world champions, and I thought, ‘What the hell is this stuff and why haven’t I heard of it?’ Their performances are done to music and I thought…I know some musicians.”

Here Lies Love to Play West Coast’s A.C.T.

Technicolor disco fever hits San Francisco Spring 2017!

‘Contemporary Color’ Follows David Byrne Down A Rabbit Hole

David has never found Alice at the end of a rabbit hole, but he found "Contemporary Color" at the end of one.

Nico Muhly And Ira Glass Collaborate With Color Guard Team For David Byrne’s Contemporary Color

Get a sneak peak of Contemporary Color!

David Byrne, The Roots, And Kimbra Pay Tribute To David Bowie At 2016 Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame

Get glamorous with this trio's cover of "Fame."

David Byrne’s “How Does the Brain Wave” Remix Benefits P-Funk’s Bernie Worrell’s Cancer Treatment

Cancer sucks. Friends can help.

MAGHREB FUNK, PHIFE DAWG AND MUSCLE SHOALS: LISTEN TO THE 5 BEST MIXES THIS MONTH (MARCH)

No one to make mixes for you? No problem. The Vinyl Factory has you covered.

Where were you December 14, 1983?

A fan remembers the first time he saw Talking Heads, which was also the first time he ever heard them.

“Contemporary Color” World Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival!

A documentary of last summer's musical color guard extravaganza, directed by Western filmmakers Bill Ross and Turner Ross, will open the World Documentary competition at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival.

TRIBECA 2016 ANNOUNCES LINEUPS FOR COMPETITION PROGRAMS

"Discover all of the can't-miss storytelling that's featured in the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival's US Narrative Competition, International Narrative Competition, World Documentary Competition, and Viewpoints lineups."

David Byrne Figured Out Why Your Facebook Friends Love Donald Trump

Break ups are hard, America. But let's face it, it's time to dump Trump.

David Byrne Pens Essay On The Unexpected, Terrifying Political Rise Of Donald Trump

"The Talking Head blames America's distrust in the government and rise of social media."

STAR TALK: The Science of Creativity, with David Byrne

What is the relationship between art, science and creativity?

The 12 Best Things To Do In NYC This Summer

Need a cool idea for a hot summer? Look no further.

David Byrne’s Library

You thought the Beast gave Belle a tight library? Check out David Byrne's library at Meltdown.

David Byrne + Young Jean Lee: We’re Gonna Die

"David Byrne joins Young Jean Lee and Future Wife as the lead singer in We're Gonna Die—a life-affirming, humorous show about the thing everyone has in common: we're gonna die."

6 Music Celebrates David Byrne

"Curating is maybe overused, or we think it’s overused...but the question is, am I better than an algorithm or am I not?"

David Byrne: come borrow a book from my Meltdown library

"The Talking Heads frontman and 2015 Meltdown curator has shipped 250 of his own music books from New York - margin notes and all - for festival-goers to read."

David Byrne Found A Way To Make Color Guard Cool

"David Byrne's 'Contemporary Color paired Color Guard with live music, producing an astounding spectacle."

David Byrne’s Contemporary Color Makes Urgent Art Out of Pageantry

"In the December 1989 issue of Details, then a magazine of downtown style and culture, a host of artists, writers, and celebrities answered questions about the future: “What do you think the 90s will be like?” asked the cover. Wonderful/terrible, everyone answered. Inside, Details posed this one: “What do you think David Byrne will be doing in the year 2000?”"

Live Review: David Byrne’s Contemporary Color At Brooklyn’s Barclays Center

"As someone who grew up in a rural New England town, I used to find that the words “color guard” sounded strange together, like some type of creativity protection group. It wasn’t until I visited a football game in Austin, Texas that the words come to life — and oh, do they have a life of their own."

David Byrne Teams Color Guard Squads With Indie Musicians

"‘Contemporary Color’ gives the kinetic mix of dance, acrobatics and precision drill an arty edge."

David Byrne: Flying The Flag For Colour Guard

"When the Talking Heads legend saw a high school team twirling flags he felt that it was an undiscovered folk art – so he got a collection of musicians to perform with the teams in a rare, exciting performance."

David Byrne’s Road To Somewhere

"Musical creator and Talking Heads co-founder brings his music-colour guard mash up, Contemporary Color, to Luminato."

We Are David Byrne, Lucius, How To Dress Well, And Tune-Yards Of Contemporary Color! AUAA!

For all you non-stop, forever internet searching redditors out there, don't miss this interview!

David Byrne Reveals He Is Working On A New Stage Musical

"Talking Heads frontman previously brought Imedla Marcos life story to stage in 'Here Lies Love.'"

Unlocking the Mystery of Benjamin Clementine

"David Byrne sits down with Benjamin Clementine in the public library in Edmonton—which is located in a shopping mall!"

The Music of David Byrne and Talking Heads at Carnegie Hall

20 artists perform the music of David Byrne and Talking Heads to benefit Music Education for Underprivileged Youth.

David Byrne’s Nonesuch Debut Album, “Grown Backwards,” to Get First Vinyl Release with Six Bonus Tra

David Byrne's Nonesuch Records debut album, Grown Backwards, first released on March 16, 2004, will make its vinyl debut almost fifteen years later, on March 15, 2019. The vinyl edition comprises the original album plus six additional tracks, including a duet with Caetano Veloso on their song "Dreamworld." 

SXSW 2019 adds John Boehner, Beastie Boys, Gwyneth Paltrow, more

South by Southwest announced another round of names Tuesday, an it looks like there are some real political and cultural heavyweights coming to Austin for the 2019 conference.

Brandi Carlile, David Byrne & T Bone Burnett Among Newly Announced SXSW Keynote & Featured Speakers

Among those giving keynotes are award-wining producer, musician and songwriter T Bone Burnett and a conversation with Adam Horovitz and Michael Diamond of Beastie Boys with Amazon's Nathan Brackett. Included on the featured speakers lineup are David Byrne, Nile Rodger, and a conversation with Brandi Carlile and Elisabeth Moss.

10 Sessions From Grammy-Nominated ‘World Cafe’ Guests

In the world of alternative and rock, both David Byrne, whose American Utopia earned a nomination for Best Alternative Music Album and St. Vincent, whose Masseduction is nominated in two categories, joined us in the Cafe last year.

2019 Grammy Awards takes place Sunday, with Barbra Streisand, David Byrne, Sting vying for honors

Byrne’s most recent solo record, American Utopia, is up for the Best Alternative Music Album prize, while Sting’s collaborative album with Jamaican-born artist Shaggy, 44/876, will vie for the Best Reggae Album award.

Texas Monthly Recommends: Selena and David Byrne Recorded a Song Together and It’s So Good

Byrne says it was the last thing Selena recorded before her death.

True story: USA Film Festival honors David Byrne for Dallas-shot film

The USA Film Festival will honor David Byrne with a 33rd anniversary screening of True Stories, which was shot in the Dallas area, on March 14 at Angelika Film Center in Dallas.

David Byrne Reflects On Recent Trip To India’s Chennai Music Festival In New Blog Post

Following the completion of the lengthy global tour in late-November, Byrne made his way over to India...The singer was there to check out the performances as part of the Chennai Music Festival, also known as Chennai Music Season, a 10-week marathon of concerts which take place throughout the city of Chennai in November-January.

Grammys’ Alternative Slate: Byrne and St. Vincent Rocked It, but Björk Needs to Graduate From Susan

At heart, he remains a very cerebral artist, seemingly creating “American Utopia” as an offshoot of his “Reasons to Be Cheerful” multimedia project. The album came to life in theater settings in tour through choreographed performance with his band that teetered between marching-band precision and off-kilter performance art.

SXSW 2019 announces film and TV lineup: Jordan Peele’s Us, NOS4A2, Teen Spirit, and True Stories

As expected, the lineup has a strong focus on music features, specifically The Boy Band Con: The Lou Pearlman Story, The Gift: The Journey of Johnny Cash, Boy Howdy! The Story of CREEM Magazine, and a special screening of True Stories with David Byrne.

SXSW film festival 2019 lineup ++ featured/keynote speakers

David Byrne will appear in-person for Q&A following screening of new 4K restoration.

David Byrne Channels the Weird and the Ordinary in ‘True Stories’

As a piece of both cultural history and film history, David Byrne's True Stories takes its place alongside two other films from the mid-'80s that are also steeped in a surrealistic other-worldly place, Repo Man and Blue Velvet.

True Stories Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review

Describing TRUE STORIES is a little challenging. It is partly a satire, partly a comedy, partly a musical, and at plays like the wildest mockumentary ever filmed.

DAVID BYRNE DISCUSSES HIS GRAMMY NOMINATED ‘AMERICAN UTOPIA’

Byrne stopped by SiriusXM VOLUME last year to take part in a Town Hall, where he discussed his album, tour, and history with Talking Heads. In honour of American Utopia’s Grammy nominations, we’re rebroadcasting this compelling discussion with his Kurt Loder.

David Byrne, ex-vocalista dos Talking Heads, diz que Portugal mostrou que austeridade não é resposta

O músico David Byrne apontou Portugal como exemplo de que a austeridade não é a única resposta possível à crise económica e financeira global desencadeada em 2008, numa publicação num ‘blog’ pessoal hoje divulgada.

Portugal é “alternativa bem-sucedida” à austeridade: palavra de David Byrne

Antigo vocalista dos Talking Heads apresenta o país como uma resposta "bem-sucedida" à "única alternativa" que diziam ser a austeridade que se seguiu à crise financeira de 2008.

Review: David Byrne “…The Best Live Show of All Time” — NME EP

Even given the tongue-in-cheek hyperbole of the title, this six-track live EP fails to live up the former Talking Heads frontman’s former heights.

David Byrne Breaks Down Groundbreaking ‘American Utopia’ Tour In New Interview

David Byrne spent much of his 2018 back on the road with a ground-breaking world tour themed around his latest solo album, American Utopia.

David Byrne keeps on the sunny side

There's plenty to be cheerful about, says the socially-conscious singer, songwriter and performer. He talks with John Horn about the theme of his album, "American Utopia," the technological marvel of the accompanying tour, and receiving his first-ever Grammy nomination.

Blu-ray Review: Criterion Tells TRUE STORIES

Mr. Byrne, I hope you're happy with what you've made/In the land of the free and the home of the brave. There are so many stories in Virgil, Texas. This Blu-ray has some of them. And who can say it isn't beautiful?

The best albums of 2018 were ...

David Byrne, "American Utopia" (Todo Mundo/Nonesuch): The former Talking Heads leader's musicality, and sense of irony, are needle-sharp on his first proper solo album in 14 years. This, and the jaw-dropping shows to promote it, gave everyone reason to come to his "House" again.

Best of pop/rock/jazz/folk 2018

Byrne called for a better America in a compelling theater piece, music pumping principle and overpowering funk. He and 11 players and singers roamed an open stage with precise but relaxed-looking choreography, booming big, percussion-heavy riffs; some new, some Talking Heads-familiar

DVR Rewind 2018: 10 Memorable Live Television Performances

Talking Heads frontman David Byrne’s acclaimed American Utopia Tour was previewed during an appearance on The Late Show. Byrne’s highly choreographed performance was a sample of the intricate shows he staged around the globe this year.

Top 10 Atlanta concerts of 2018: Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Pink

At 66, the Talking Heads icon created a show that was exhilarating in its creativity. For the duration of the concert, Byrne, six percussionists, a bassist, guitarist and keyboard player moved in rhythm around a stage devoid of any accoutrements. Art rock at its finest.

Tampa Bay’s best concerts of 2018: David Byrne, Janelle Monae, Lorde and more

David Byrne’s Sept. 30 concert at the Mahaffey Theater was a transcendent experience, a conceptual stage spectacle combining live music, dance, performance art, marching band choreography, practical light effects and more.

Interview: David Byrne

It just made me think: there’s lots of ways to make a thread that goes through something, that helps engage us, and it doesn’t have to follow the same rules all the time.

Ottawa’s best performances of 2018: From Foo Fighters to Hockey Sweaters

The silver-haired Talking Heads’ visionary delivered an unconventional and brilliantly conceived concert that featured an 11-person line of musicians who could also dance and were unfettered by microphones, amps or even wires.

David Byrne, Ringo Starr and Connor Kennedy: A look back at music in 2018

One show I was able to make (and I am so glad I did because it was life-changing) was David Byrne of Talking Heads fame in Kingston in March.

Andrew Dansby: The best concerts of 2018

Honestly, this show could be Nos. 1-10. I’m prone to hyperbole about a concert, as we all can be. And I saw many this year that were brilliant. But this one was the only time I left a show content if it ended up the last concert I ever saw.

This Three-Year-Old Imitating David Byrne in ‘Stop Making Sense’ on Christmas Will Make You Smile

The children are the future, after all, so why not tell them all about David Byrne and Talking Heads? Seems like a great idea to us.

This Adorable 3-Year-Old David Byrne Fan Got The Ultimate Talking Heads Christmas Gift

A three-year-old boy in Madison, Wisconsin, who is obsessed with Talking Heads singer David Byrne, got the ultimate Christmas gift.

New Blu-ray Releases: ‘Venom’, ‘2001’, ‘The Predator’, ‘Starman’, ‘True Stories’

Blending offbeat scenes with strange musical numbers, True Stories is an absolute delight. I only wish Byrne had made a few more films like this, but the fact that this is his one and only movie makes it extra special.

Gigs and albums of the year

Byrne is quite simply up there with Kate Bush as one of the greatest live performers of our age.

Year in review: 18 things we loved in the San Diego arts scene in 2018

Seemingly every note played and sung was matched by a corresponding series of motions. The dazzling results set a heady new standard — visually and sonically — that should stand for years to come.

Best of 2018: Singer/songwriters proved as vital — and topical — as ever

Playful as always, brilliant as ever, Byrne applies his disarming, alien-in-his-own-backyard perspective across 10 captivating songs, from the proud-to-be-nerdy opening track “I Dance Like This” to “Bullet,” an intricate play-by-play of violence and destruction.

Celebrating the Year in Nonesuch Music: 2018

American Utopia has been nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Album and has been included on year's best lists from NPR, NME, Uncut, Mojo, Rolling Stone, Daily Telegraph, WFUV, PopMatters, The Line of Best Fit, Fopp, and NPR Music listeners. The album track "I Dance Like This" was named among the Best Songs of 2018 by NPR.

Jon Bream’s top 10’s: Women ruled the world of pop music in 2018

No one wowed more in concert than David Byrne, whose arty high-concept staging was one of the most innovative music presentations in a theater since, well, his Stop Making Sense Tour with Talking Heads back in 1983.

Riemenschneider’s top 10’s: David Byrne headed up Twin Cities concerts in 2018

Only one concert this year exceeded on all those fronts, though: David Byrne’s American Utopia Tour stop at the State Theatre was like watching a high-­concept dance performance, tightly synchronized marching band and just really electrifying and funky rock concert all in one.

The Week In Music: The Best Albums, Songs, Performances and More

To coincide with the re-release of True Stories by Criterion Collection, the full package—True Stories, A Film By David Byrne: The Complete Soundtrack—is finally here. And what a glorious package it is.

GIGS OF THE YEAR // 2018

2018: the year that changed the way we look at live shows. We take a look back at some of our favourite live performances from David Byrne, Christine & The Queens, Janelle Monáe and more.

From The 1975’s hit album to Florence & The Machine and Rod Stewart, we countdown the top 50 albums

It served as a soundtrack to our complicated world of 2018, and formed part of a wider project called Reasons To Be Cheerful, which is filled with quirky ruminations.

How was it for you?: Ellie O’Byrne selects her highlights of 2018

A lifetime of reconstructing what music is and what performing should achieve crammed into one choreographed show with outstanding musicianship and cutting edge, near-invisible high-tech wizardry. Mindblowing.

Bob Boilen’s Top Albums And Songs Of 2018

David Byrne's album American Utopia, his best in decades, had all of these elements, being thoughtful, funny and, at times, subtle.

Top 10 Concerts of 2018

David Byrne did what he has always done—reinvent the rock concert as theatrical spectacle—and made it look effortless.

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Byrne’s modest voice made use of subtle changes in inflection and tone; he is so precise that any slight shift was high drama. And the musicians built one churning, danceable groove after another as they enlivened Talking Heads chestnuts and more recent Byrne solo material. It was easily the most buzzed-about Jazz Fest show in years, and deserved to be.

Various Artists: True Stories, A Film By David Byrne: The Complete Soundtrack Review

This year, those lovers of the cult classic have finally gotten their wish. To coincide with the re-release of True Stories by Criterion Collection, the full package—True Stories, A Film By David Byrne: The Complete Soundtrack—is finally here.

Off you pop: The highs and lows of music in 2018

The former Talking Heads frontman deserved all the hype he got for his unforgettable reimaginging of the live music experience. Together with choreographer Annie-B Parson, he set a new benchmark for what can be achieved outside of the arenas.

Best of the Year: Top 10 Concerts of 2018 by Kyle

The second best show I saw this year — an amazing production visually and musically from top to bottom.

The Best Concerts Of 2018

Aside from amazing stage design (or lack thereof), Byrne is still a charismatic and alluring performer at 66 years old, and still capable of whipping a crowd into a frenzy. As he walked his bare feet all around the stage, it was clear that he hasn’t lost a step. It was a unique show in 2018, and it felt like a performance that only a talented, seasoned innovator like Byrne could have delivered.

THE TOP 50 ALBUMS OF 2018

It is amazing that David Byrne’s music still feels so fresh and inspired this late into his career, and that on American Utopia he has somehow redefined himself once again. It is an extraordinary album, serving as a testament to his Byrne’s power and highlighting his unflappable spirit.

Here are the 10 best songs of 2018, from Carly Rae Jepsen to Childish Gambino

The world-beat anthem calls to mind Byrne’s stint in Talking Heads as he crafts his response to the ongoing immigration debate. His call for inclusion also highlights the benefits: “Everybody’s coming to my house and I’m never going to be alone.”

David Byrne’s alternative guide to 2018

In a year marked by family separations and the Tide Pod Challenge, David Byrne recaps the news stories that will make you feel good about the world.

NME’s Albums Of The Year 2018

Here, he revels in wonder and astonishment at the beauty and bizarreness of the world around him, his wonky art-pop more skewed than ever. This left-field approach (some tracks sound like alternate universe show tunes) is best realised on ‘Everybody’s Coming To My House’, an eccentric ode to the power of community.

Indiecisive’s Top 10 Gigs of the Year, 2018

Not a single beat was missed and neither was a single step, and the fact they managed to pull off near-studio quality arrangements of even some of the most complex Talking Heads tracks is nothing short of an on-stage miracle. This may be the most creative, exciting tour of all time. I pray he brings it around again.

(Some Of) The Best Blu-rays Of 2018

Before the Coen brothers and David Lynch really hit their stride, Talking Heads frontman David Byrne's one and only feature directorial effort examined small-town America and its attendant music as a collection of eccentrics free to let their freak flags fly alongside the stars and stripes, and just as proudly, so long as they don't hurt anybody.

12 Days Of Phishmas 2018: David Byrne Conducts Wide-Ranging Interview With Phish In 1998 [Watch]

If we’re being totally honest, the interview itself doesn’t illustrate much that wasn’t already known by fans. What makes this clip so interesting is the mutual respect and curiosity that’s clearly apparent on both sides of the conversation. The subtext of the often-tense interview speaks volumes.

Pockets of Utopia: TRUE STORIES

This movie has been a favorite of mine since I saw it in 1986. Kristin gave me a 16mm print for a long-ago birthday. I’ve wanted to write about it for years, and the Criterion release provides a nifty opportunity.

MUSIQUES, LE GRAND MEA CULPA

Sa tournée American Tour, chorégraphiée par l’Américaine Annie-B Parson, a offert à Paris deux des concerts les plus émouvants de l’année, à la Philharmonie de Paris en juillet puis au Zénith de Paris en novembre, jusque dans ses imperfections synchrones. 

The Playlist: David Byrne’s Paranoid Party, and 10 More New Songs

Even without visuals, “Everybody’s Coming to My House” sheds the nervous, paranoid overtone of the studio version on Byrne’s 2018 album, “American Utopia.” While the lyrics envision ceaseless surveillance and interaction, the sheer funkiness makes it sound like one big house party. 

True Stories Studio: The Criterion Collection

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Though it isn’t quite the accessible treat some were anticipating, for others, American Utopia is one of Byrne’s best; heavily electronic, the record boasts production by Thomas Bartlett, Daniel Lopatin and Rodaidh McDonald, among others, and there are pleasing touches of the global, electronic funk Byrne has regularly released on his Luaka Bop label. 

David Byrne names his live EP after quote from NME review

David Byrne has anointed his new live EP ‘The Best Live Show of All Time’ after a quote he got from a NME review.

50 Best Albums of 2018

It’s the hope in his voice (even if it’s a little delusional) that makes it uplifting. It’s a blissful break from the real world.

A SURVEY OF DAVID BYRNE’S FASCINATION WITH LIVE PERFORMANCE

While you can’t see the striking visuals on this latest live recording, the energy is palpable in the music. The EP also brings to mind Byrne’s longtime fascination with the way live performance affects how we receive music.

Columnist Rachel Goodman’s favorite concerts of 2018

Always one to push the creative envelope, David Byrne did not disappoint. Byrne took the stage donning a gray suit reminiscent of the one he wore during the “Stop Making Sense” tour. The backing band members entered one at a time, like a marching band, playing their instruments.

Best concerts of 2018: pop, rock, rap and country

Leave it to David Byrne to reinvent the wheel. The art-punk icon arrived at the Benedum on the American Utopia Tour with a production unlike any we’ve ever seen before. No cords, no amps, no kits, no tethers.

David Byrne’s unveils new live EP titled …The Best Live Show of All Time

David Byrne has released a new EP of live performances from his American Utopia tour humbly titled …The Best Live Show of All Time

TRUE STORIES Criterion Blu-ray Review

True Stories has now officially received the Criterion treatment, and deservedly so, with a new and gorgeous 4K restoration. This director-approved Blu-ray is loaded with features and, perhaps most notably, contains an audio CD with “Dream Operator” and others that are available for the first time.

DAVID BYRNE HAS CREATED A THREE-HOUR ECLECTIC PLAYLIST TO SOUNDTRACK YOUR HOLIDAYS

David Byrne has curated a three-hour long playlist, 'Eclectic for the Holidays' featuring Hobo Johnson, Mitski, Rosalia and more.

A FILM ABOUT A BUNCH OF PEOPLE IN VIRGIL, TEXAS: TRUE STORIES GETS THE CRITERION TREATMENT

I’ll never forget renting “True Stories” back in the spring of 1987, bringing it to a friend’s house and watching it with him and one other person. None of us really knew what this was going to be. I heard mainly positive things about it (especially from Roger) and I was growing more and more curious about “arthouse” films back then. I was 14.

Hear David Byrne’s American Utopia live EP

Features six songs recorded at New York's King's Theatre in September.

listen to David Byrne’s new live EP recorded at Brooklyn shows

Perhaps trying to catch a little of that lighting in a bottle, he’s putting out a live EP that was recorded at his Kings Theatre shows in Brooklyn back in September, featuring three songs from his new album, Talking Heads songs “I Zimbra” and “This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody),” plus “Toe Jam” from the BPA record he made with Fatboy Slim.

David Byrne Releases New Live EP, ‘The Best Live Show Of All Time’ [Listen]

David Byrne reads the reviews outlets write about his shows. He must have read at least one, anyway, as he just released a new live EP whose title is borrowed from a line in an NME write-up of his American Utopia tour: The Best Live Show Of All Time.

David Byrne Releases ‘The Best Live Show Of All Time – NME’ EP

Byrne just released an EP featuring six live tracks recorded at Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre in September entitled The Best Live Show Of All Time – NME via Nonesuch/Todomundo.

David Byrne on the live EP he’s named after an NME review quote

The art-pop icon celebrates his American Utopia tour with a six-track live release, '"The Best Live Show Of All Time" – NME'

David Byrne Treats “The Best Live Show of All Time” to EP Release

David Byrne knows a little something about putting on a spectacular live show, so it only makes sense that his new live EP is titled "…The Best Live Show of All Time" — NME. As it implies, the name is lifted straight out of the U.K. music mag's live review of Byrne's recent tour in support of American Utopia.

Listen to David Byrne’s New EP “...The Best Live Show Of All Time” —NME

Yes, that is the actual title of the EP.

Best of 2018: A Year In Review

Best of 2018: A Year In Review This year went by quick; lots of great albums, movies, games, etc came out. The staff at Kill The Music have posted their individual lists which is compiled…

David Byrne revisits his 1986 film ‘True Stories’ at IFC Center

The movie has been remastered along with a new album featuring all the songs from the film.

Several Nonesuch Albums Nominated for 61st Grammy Awards

David Byrne's album American Utopia has been nominated for Grammy Award for Best Alternative Album. The album fits hand-in-hand with the vision for his series "Reasons To Be Cheerful" (named for the Ian Dury song), for which he has been collecting stories, news, ideas, and other items that inspire optimism. 

Barbra Streisand, David Byrne, Sting among veteran artists receiving Grammy nominations

The nominees for the 61st Grammy Awards were announced today and among the nominees are a handful of veteran artists, including Barbra Streisand, David Byrne, Sting, Alice Cooper and Boz Scaggs.

David Byrne’s AMERICAN UTOPIA Nominated For Best Alternative Album Grammy Award

David Byrne's American Utopia album, released earlier this year on Todomundo / Nonesuch Records, has been nominated for Best Alternative Album at the 61st Grammy Awards.

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Best Metal Performance noninees include Deafheaven, High On Fire, Between the Buried and Me, and more. St. Vincent and Arctic Monkeys are also up for Best Alternative Music Album, against Beck, Bjork, and David Byrne.

Grammy nominations 2019: Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar and Drake lead the pack

After controversy about the Grammys’ failure to recognise women’s achievements at the 2018 ceremony, female artists dominate key categories in the nominations for the 2019 awards.

Grammy Nominations 2019: Full List Of Nominees

The nominations for the 2019 Grammy Awards were announced just a few minutes ago, and as usual, the final list of those who are up for the biggest honor in the music industry is comprised of major smashes, albums that sold millions, as well as a few critically-adored surprises that few saw coming

List of 2019 Grammy Awards nominations

The nominations for the 2019 Grammy Awards unfolded live on CBS on Friday morning.

Grammy Nominations 2019: See The Full List Here

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The performance struck that very David Byrne balance between de-emphasizing elements that might distract from the music (three long curtains of what appeared to be chain mail accounting for all the set dressing) and constantly saying “Hey, look at this cool thing we did!” (again, those curtains, which factored heavily into the choreography and provided the backdrop for some incredible, “What A Day That Was”-style giant silhouettes).

David Byrne curates an eccentric, three-hour long playlist for the holiday season

David Byrne has shared an eclectic, three-hour long holiday playlist to spice up the stagnant Christmas soundtrack.

Blu-ray Review: At Last, American Masterpiece ‘True Stories’ Gets The Home Release It Has Earned

It hasn't been screened much publicly, due to high print rental fees from Warner Bros., so unless you were lucky enough to catch it theatrically on first run, this is probably your first chance to actually view the movie the way it was meant to be seen.

Muse on what to expect from their David Byrne-inspired ‘choreographed’ live show for 2019

The band, renowned for their highly theatrical and technical live shows, will be taking their acclaimed 2018 album ‘Simulation Theory’ on the road next year for a run of stadium gigs. However, this time frontman Matt Bellamy says he wants them to be a more “human” affair.

David Byrne Rode His Bike to Our Office and Talked About Everything

Talking Heads and police shootings. Janelle Monáe and stage fright. “True Stories” and fake news.

Best Music Of 2018

It's David Byrne's best solo album in decades, and his tour to support it was the most original stage show I saw in 2018.

David Byrne, Gabriel Kahane, John Adams Make NPR’s List of the Best Songs of 2018

David Byrne's song "I Dance Like This" starts the list off with praise from Bob Boilen, who writes: "The song is from American Utopia: An album based around a set of tracks by Brian Eno, it's David Byrne's best solo release in years, and its touring incarnation might just have been the most original stage show of 2018."

David Byrne Creates a Playlist of Eclectic Music for the Holidays: Stream It Free Online

The 41-song journey that is "Eclectic for the Holidays," which you can take on Spotify or on Byrne's official site, offers not just a chance to happen upon intriguing artists you'd never come across before — as happened to Byrne in all those chance encounters that went into its construction — but a break from the same fifteen or twenty songs that have long dominated the holiday-season rotation in homes and public spaces around the world.

Best of Criterion’s New Releases, November 2018

Only Byrne could hold aloft such a contradiction, claiming that every single person is equally eccentric—that every single person should be celebrated, together, for being so different.

Listen to David Byrne’s “Eclectic for the Holidays” playlist

David Byrne has share the latest edition of his David Byrne Radio playlist which, for December, is titled “Eclectic for the Holidays.” Despite the title, it’s not “holiday” music, and features St. Vincent, Lonnie Holley, Panda Bear, Mitski, Topaz Jones, and more!

The Best Albums of 2018

David Byrne’s American Utopia managed to take hold of the ridiculousness of 2018 and bring with it a fresh face and positive attitude. That’s not to mention the live show which it spawned, but more importantly, it proved that Byrne still has his finger on the pulse.

The 25 Best Live Acts of 2018

Playing solo hits as well as Talking Heads classics, the set was nothing short of a spectacle with a group of a dozen or so other musicians (dancers, percussionists, keyboardists, etc.) all playing wirelessly and in a seamlessly choreographed fashion. The group’s symbiotic relationship was more than impressive.

David Byrne’s “Eclectic Music for the Holidays” playlist

Talking Heads frontman and all-round musical/art-theory/bicycle genius David Byrne has published a playlist of "Eclectic Music For the Holidays," recommended by the musicians in his orbit: a fine way to start Christmas month!

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