Talking Heads

Talking Heads formed in New York City in 1975, founded by vocalist and guitarist David Byrne alongside bassist Tina Weymouth, drummer Chris Frantz, and keyboardist Jerry Harrison. Emerging from the CBGB punk scene, the band developed a unique sound blending art rock, funk, African rhythms, and new wave. Working with producer Brian Eno on More Songs About Buildings and Food (1978), Fear of Music (1979), and Remain in Light (1980), they created some of the most innovative rock records of the era. Their 1984 concert film Stop Making Sense, directed by Jonathan Demme, is widely considered the greatest concert film ever made. The band dissolved in 1991 following creative tensions between Byrne and the other members. They reunited briefly in 2023 for a Q&A at the film's rerelease.