Talking Heads

An influential American New Wave band, formed in NYC in 1975, known for pioneering a unique sound blending punk, art rock, funk, and world music with quirky, anxious lyrics from frontman David Byrne and their clean-cut, arty image. The core lineup featured David Byrne, Chris Frantz (drums), Tina Weymouth (bass), and Jerry Harrison (keyboards/guitar), achieving critical acclaim and hits like "Burning Down the House" with albums such as Remain in Light and the Stop Making Sense film.