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Talking Heads

Talking Heads

new wave, post-punk

United States Est. 1975

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Sound in a sentence: "A tight interplay of syncopated rhythms and minimalist melodies creates a buoyant tension that propels the listener forward, inviting movement and engagement."
Talking Heads reshaped the musical landscape of the late 20th century, merging art rock with a sense of urban rhythm that carved out a space for introspective yet danceable music. Their significance lies in their ability to blend intellectual themes with infectious beats, creating a sound that both challenged and engaged listeners.
Talking Heads reshaped the musical landscape of the late 20th century, merging art rock with a sense of urban rhythm that carved out a space for introspective yet danceable music. Their significance lies in their ability to blend intellectual themes with infectious beats, creating a sound that both challenged and engaged listeners. This fusion opened doors for artists to explore deeper lyrical content while maintaining an energetic connection with their audience. The band's innovative approach involved marrying diverse influences — from funk and world music to avant-garde art — resulting in a unique sonic palette that felt both fresh and familiar. They cultivated a performance style that was as much about visual art as it was about sound, encouraging audiences to rethink live music as an immersive experience that transcended traditional concert norms. In terms of songwriting, Talking Heads often navigate themes of alienation, modernity, and the absurdities of everyday life, employing a storytelling lens that invites reflection while retaining an air of irony. Their lyrics frequently oscillate between sincere observation and playful detachment, using vivid imagery to evoke emotional responses without sacrificing rhythmic momentum.

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Discography

35 releases • 16 studio • 1977–2006
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Singles ()

Sax and Violins

Sax and Violins

1991

(Nothing But) Flowers

(Nothing But) Flowers

1988

Wild Wild Life

Wild Wild Life

1986

Road to Nowhere / Give Me Back My Name

Road to Nowhere / Give Me Back My Name

1985

And She Was

And She Was

1985

Girlfriend Is Better

Girlfriend Is Better

1984

Slippery People

Slippery People

1984

Once in a Lifetime / This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)

Once in a Lifetime / This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)

1984

This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)

This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)

1983

Burning Down the House

Burning Down the House

1983

Houses in Motion

Houses in Motion

1981

Once in a Lifetime / Seen and Not Seen

Once in a Lifetime / Seen and Not Seen

1981

Crosseyed and Painless

Crosseyed and Painless

1980

Cities

Cities

1980

Life During Wartime

Life During Wartime

1979

Take Me To The River / Thank You For Sending Me An Angel

Take Me To The River / Thank You For Sending Me An Angel

1978

Psycho Killer

Psycho Killer

1977

Don't Worry About the Government

Don't Worry About the Government

1977

Love → Building on Fire / New Feeling

Love → Building on Fire / New Feeling

1977

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