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David Byrne Announces ‘Who Is the Sky?' Solo Album Featuring Hayley Williams, St. Vincent and Tom Skinner
Just days after performing the Talking Heads' 'Burning Down the House' with Olivia Rodrigo at New York's Governors Ball over the weekend David Byrne announced his 11th solo album, Who Is the Sky? The follow-up to Byrne's 2018 LP American Utopia is due out on Sept. 5 via Matador Records. Produced by Kid Harpoon (Miley Cyrus, Harry Styles), the 12-track album will feature collaborations with Paramore's Hayley Williams, St. Vincent and The Smile drummer Tom Skinner, with arrangements by the New York chamber ensemble Ghost Train Orchestra. Byrne previewed the album on Tuesday (June 10) with a video for the universalist anthem about the emotions and feelings we all share. More from Billboard Olivia Rodrigo Brings Out David Byrne for Scorching 'Burning Down the House' (And Does Some of His Dance Moves) at Gov Ball Quincy Jones Remembered by Lucky Daye, Luke James & Miles Caton With Smooth 2025 BET Awards Tribute Jamie Foxx Honored by Stevie Wonder & Reflects on Health Scare at BET Awards: 'You Can't Go Through Something Like That & Not Testify' 'Everybody laughs and everybody cries/ Everybody lives and everybody dies/ Everybody eats and everybody loves/ Everybody knows what everybody does,' Byrne sings over strummed acoustic guitar and a bouncy rhythm in the clip in which the camera scoots from left to right as dozens of people act out the lyrics and bust into an impromptu marching band performance when they're not dancing with selfie sticks. 'Someone I know said, 'David, you use the word 'everybody' a lot.' I suppose I do that to give an anthropological view of life in New York as we know it,' said Byrne in a statement announcing the album and the single. 'Everybody lives, dies, laughs, cries, sleeps and stares at the ceiling. Everybody's wearing everybody else's shoes, which not everybody does, but I have done. I tried to sing about these things that could be seen as negative in a way balanced by an uplifting feeling from the groove and the melody, especially at the end, when St. Vincent and I are doing a lot of hollering and singing together. Music can do that – hold opposites simultaneously. I realized that when singing with Robyn earlier this year. Her songs are often sad, but the music is joyous.' Producer Kid Harpoon (born Tom Hull) added, 'It took me a second to realize, oh yeah, these songs are personal, but with David's unique perspective on life in general. Walking around New York listening to the demo of 'Everybody Laughs' was so joyous, because it made me feel like we're all the same – we all laugh, cry and sing. The thing about David that resonates with a lot of people is that he's in on the joke. He gets the absurdity of it all, and all of these personal observations are his perspective on it.' Byrne said there are 'more story songs than usual' on the new album, tracks he describes as 'mini-narratives based on personal experience including 'She Explains Things to Me,' 'A Door Called No,' 'My Apartment Is My Friend' and 'I Met the Buddha at a Downtown Party.' The 'jaunty' song with Paramore's Williams, 'What Is the Reason For It?,' is focused on codifying 'love in a way logic can rarely accomplish.' 'Does it do something useful?/ Nobody understands,' goes one line from the song. 'I suspected that intimate orchestral arrangements would bring out the emotion I sense is there in these songs,' Byrne said. 'It's something that folks don't always hear in my work, but this time for sure I thought it was there. At the same time, I also see myself as someone who aspires to be accessible. I imagined that Kid Harpoon would help with that, as well as being a set of trusted ears, since there was a lot going on. People think of producers as people who mainly make a record sound good, and Kid Harpoon did that, but he was also aware of how important the storytelling is.' The collaboration with St. Vincent comes more than a decade after the two musicians teamed up for the 2012 album Love This Giant. Among the other contributors to the LP are American Utopia percussionist Mauro Refosco, who has toured and recorded with Byrne for more than three decades. 'At my age, at least for me, there's a 'don't give a s–t about what people think' attitude that kicks in,' Byrne said. 'I can step outside my comfort zone with the knowledge that I kind of know who I am by now and sort of know what I'm doing. That said, every new set of songs, every song even, is a new adventure. There's always a bit of, 'how do I work this?' I've found that not every collaboration works, but often when they do, it's because I'm able to clearly impart what it is I'm trying to do. They hopefully get that, and as a result, we're now joined together heading to the same unknown place.' Byrne will hit the road with a new live show featuring a 13-person troupe of musicians and dancers to support the album on a world tour slated to kick off on Sept. 14 at Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence, R.I. Watch the 'Everybody Laughs' video and check out the Who Is the Sky? tracklist and Byrne's 2025-2026 tour dates below. track list: 'Everybody Laughs' 'When We Are Singing' 'My Apartment Is My Friend' 'A Door Called No' 'What Is the Reason for It?' 'I Met the Buddha at a Downtown Party' 'Don't Be Like That' 'The Avant Garde' 'Moisturizing Thing' 'I'm an Outsider' 'She Explains Things to Me' 'The Truth' North America 2025 tour dates: Sept. 14: Providence, RI @ Veterans Memorial Auditorium Sept. 16: Pittsburgh, PA @ Benedum Center PAC Sept. 17: Columbus, OH @ Mershon Auditorium Sept. 19: Akron, OH @ Akron Civic Theatre Sept. 21: Schenectady, NY @ Proctors Sept. 23: Syracuse, NY @ Landmark Theatre Sept. 25: Buffalo, NY @ Shea's Buffalo Theatre Sept. 27: Washington D.C. @ The Anthem Sept. 28: Washington D.C. @ The Anthem Sept. 30: New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall Oct. 1: New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall Oct. 3: Boston, MA @ Boch Center Wang Theatre Oct. 4: Boston, MA @ Boch Center Wang Theatre Oct. 7: Wallingford, CT @ Toyota Oakdale Theatre Oct. 8: Portland, ME @ Merrill Auditorium at City Hall Oct. 10: New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall Oct. 14: Richmond, VA @ Altria Theater Oct. 16: Philadelphia, PA @ The Met Philadelphia presented by Highmark Oct. 17: Philadelphia, PA @ The Met Philadelphia presented by Highmark Oct. 21: Toronto, ON, Canada @ Massey Hall Oct. 22: Toronto, ON, Canada @ Massey Hall Oct. 25: Detroit, MI @ Fox Theatre Oct. 28: Chicago, IL @ The Auditorium Oct. 29: Chicago, IL @ The Auditorium Oct. 31: Chicago, IL @ The Auditorium Nov. 3: Minneapolis, MN @ Orpheum Theatre Nov. 4: Minneapolis, MN @ Orpheum Theatre Nov. 6: Denver, CO @ Bellco Theatre Nov. 7: Denver, CO @ Bellco Theatre Nov. 11: Seattle, WA @ Paramount Theatre Nov. 12: Seattle, WA @ Paramount Theatre Nov. 16: San Francisco, CA @ The Theater at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium Nov. 17: San Francisco, CA @ The Theater at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium Nov. 20: Los Angeles, CA @ Dolby Theatre Nov. 21: Los Angeles, CA @ Dolby Theatre Nov. 25: Austin, TX @ Bass Concert Hall Nov. 26: Austin, TX @ Bass Concert Hall Nov. 28: Dallas, TX @ Music Hall at Fair Park Nov. 29: Dallas, TX @ Music Hall at Fair Park Dec. 2: Atlanta, GA @ Fox Theatre Dec. 3: Atlanta, GA @ Fox Theatre Dec. 5: Miami, FL @ Fillmore Miami Beach At Jackie Gleason Theatre Dec. 6: Miami, FL @ Fillmore Miami Beach At Jackie Gleason Theatre 2026 Australia & New Zealand dates: Jan. 14: Auckland, New Zealand @ Spark Arena Jan. 17: Brisbane, Australia @ Brisbane Entertainment Center Jan. 21: Sydney, Australia @ ICC Sydney Theatre Jan. 22: Melbourne, Australia @ Sidney Myer Music Bowl Jan. 24: Adelaide, Australia @ Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena Jan. 27: Perth, Australia @ RAC Arena 2026 Europe & United Kingdom dates: Feb. 12: Berlin, Germany @ Tempodrom Feb. 15: Amsterdam, Netherlands @ AFAS Live Feb. 16: Amsterdam, Netherlands @ AFAS Live Feb. 18: Brussels, Belgium @ Forest National Feb. 21: Milan, Italy @ Teatro degli Arcimboldi Feb. 22: Milan, Italy @ Teatro degli Arcimboldi Feb. 24: Frankfurt, Germany @ Jahrhunderthalle Feb. 27: Zurich, Switzerland @ The Hall March 2: Cardiff, UK @ Utilita Arena March 3: London, UK @ Eventim Apollo March 4: London, UK @ Eventim Apollo March 6: Glasgow, UK @ SEC Armadillo March 7: Glasgow, UK @ SEC Armadillo March 9: Manchester, UK @ o2 Apollo March 10: Manchester, UK @ o2 Apollo March 13: Dublin, Ireland @ 3Arena March 15: London, UK @ Eventim Apollo March 18: Paris, France @ La Seine Musicale March 19: Paris, France @ La Seine Musicale Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Mint
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- Mint
David Byrne announces new album 'Who Is the Sky?', unveils 2025 world tour plans
David Byrne has revealed details of his first new solo album in six years. Titled 'Who Is the Sky?', the album is set to be released on September 5 through Matador Records. This marks Byrne's return to recording since his critically acclaimed American Utopia in 2018. The album was produced by Grammy-winning producer Kid Harpoon, best known for his work with Harry Styles and Miley Cyrus. It features 12 songs arranged by the New York-based chamber group Ghost Train Orchestra. Special guest appearances include St. Vincent, Hayley Williams of Paramore, and The Smile's drummer Tom Skinner. The first single, 'Everybody Laughs,' is already available along with its official video directed by multimedia artist Gabriel Barcia-Colombo. Speaking about the track, Byrne said, 'I often use the word 'everybody' to reflect life in New York. Everybody laughs, cries, and stares at the ceiling. The song touches on these things in a way that still feels uplifting.' Producer Kid Harpoon added, 'It took time to realise how personal these songs are. David has a unique way of seeing the world, and it comes through in every track.' Byrne will also return to the stage with a new live show to support the album. The touring group includes 13 performers – musicians, singers, and dancers – many of whom were part of the celebrated 'American Utopia' show that toured globally and was adapted for Broadway and HBO by Spike Lee. The North American tour kicks off in September, followed by dates in Australia and New Zealand in January 2026, and a European and UK leg starting the following month.
Express Tribune
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- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
David Byrne announces new album 'Who Is the Sky?' with lead single 'Everybody Laughs'
David Byrne, the iconic Talking Heads frontman, has unveiled his highly anticipated new album, Who Is the Sky?, his first solo release in seven years. The album, due out on September 5 via Matador Records, is a reflection of Byrne's distinct creative voice. Who Is the Sky? follows his 2018 critically acclaimed album American Utopia, which transformed into a Broadway musical and later an HBO concert film. The new record promises to deliver more of Byrne's innovative and thought-provoking sound, blending personal reflections with broader societal observations. The lead single, 'Everybody Laughs,' sets the tone for the album. It comes with an official music video directed by Gabriel Barcia-Colombo, and captures Byrne's unique perspective on life. In the song, Byrne explores the shared human experience of joy and sorrow, remarking, 'Everybody lives, dies, laughs, cries, sleeps and stares at the ceiling.' Byrne's choice of the word "everybody" is intentional, offering a wide-angle lens on life in New York City while retaining an intimate, personal touch. The song contrasts themes of negativity with an uplifting musical groove, highlighted by a powerful collaboration with St. Vincent, who joins Byrne for some dynamic vocal exchanges. The album's production features contributions from a variety of notable artists, including St. Vincent, Paramore's Hayley Williams, and The Smile drummer Tom Skinner. A significant part of Who Is the Sky?'s sound comes from the arrangements crafted by the Ghost Train Orchestra, a New York-based chamber ensemble known for their eclectic approach to music. In support of the album, Byrne has also announced an extensive world tour set to kick off in North America in September 2025. The tour will take him across the United States and Canada, with dates in Europe and Australasia following in 2026. A live band consisting of 13 musicians, singers, and dancers—many of whom were part of Byrne's American Utopia ensemble—will accompany him on the road, ensuring a dynamic and engaging performance. This highly anticipated tour is expected to showcase the intricate sounds of Who Is the Sky?, with all performers being mobile throughout the set, further enhancing the immersive experience. Byrne's Who Is the Sky? promises to be a landmark release in his career, blending his signature eclecticism with deep personal reflections. Fans can expect a thought-provoking journey both on record and live.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
David Byrne announces new album Who Is The Sky?, Check out full tracklist and tour dates
David Byrne is back in action. The legendary Talking Heads frontman just announced his upcoming album, Who Is The Sky?, in an Instagram post. The album marks his first solo album in seven years and will reportedly feature 12 songs. It is set to be released on September 5 via Matador Records. Alongside the album announcement, Byrne also revealed a major tour that will take him across North America, Oceania, Europe and the UK. The album has been produced by the New York–based chamber group Ghost Train Orchestra. As for the upcoming tour, the musician mentioned that 'mobility' will be a key element, much like his American Utopia tour and Broadway show. Instead of using a chain-like format, this time the tour will revolve around specific locations. 'I finished up a new album recently called 'Who Is The Sky?'. It's produced by Kid Harpoon, joined by Ghost Train Orchestra and, on a couple of songs, my friends St. Vincent and Hayley Williams. It comes out Sept. 5th under Matador—a new label for me,' wrote David Byrne while sharing details about his album. The musician added, 'I will start rehearsing soon for a tour that begins in September. The tour concept is unlike anything I've done before. We'll keep the mobility that was a key element of the American Utopia tour and Broadway show— but instead of the chain… we will have locations. You'll just have to come and experience what that involves. Tour tickets go on sale 6/13.' Check out his post below: A post shared by David Byrne (@davidbyrneofficial) According to a report by Pitchfork, Who Is the Sky? features 12 tracks: 1. Everybody Laughs 2. When We Are Singing 3. My Apartment Is My Friend 4. A Door Called No 5. What Is the Reason for It? [ft. Hayley Williams] 6. I Met the Buddha at a Downtown Party 7. Don't Be Like That 8. The Avant Garde 9. Moisturizing Thing 10. I'm an Outsider 11. She Explains Things to Me 12. The Truth Here is the full schedule for David Byrne's 2025–2026 tour: Sep 14 – Providence, RI Sep 16 – Pittsburgh, PA Sep 17 – Columbus, OH Sep 19 – Akron, OH Sep 21 – Schenectady, NY Sep 23 – Syracuse, NY Sep 25 – Buffalo, NY Sep 27–28 – Washington, DC Oct 1–2 – New York, NY Oct 3–4 – Boston, MA Oct 7 – Wallingford, CT Oct 8 – Portland, ME Oct 10 – New York, NY Oct 14 – Richmond, VA Oct 16–17 – Philadelphia, PA Oct 21–22 – Toronto, ON, Canada Oct 25 – Detroit, MI Oct 28–31 – Chicago, IL Nov 3–4 – Minneapolis, MN Nov 6–7 – Denver, CO Nov 11–12 – Seattle, WA Nov 16–17 – San Francisco, CA Nov 20–21 – Los Angeles, CA Nov 25–26 – Austin, TX Nov 28–29 – Dallas, TX Dec 2–3 – Atlanta, GA Dec 5–6 – Miami, FL Jan 14 – Auckland, New Zealand Jan 17 – Brisbane, Australia Jan 21 – Sydney, Australia Jan 22 – Melbourne, Australia Jan 24 – Adelaide, Australia Jan 27 – Perth, Australia Europe & UK (Feb–Mar 2026) Feb 12 – Berlin, Germany Feb 15–16 – Amsterdam, Netherlands Feb 18 – Brussels, Belgium Feb 21–22 – Milan, Italy Feb 24 – Frankfurt, Germany Feb 27 – Zurich, Switzerland Mar 2 – Cardiff, UK Mar 3–4 – London, UK Mar 6–7 – Glasgow, UK Mar 9–10 – Manchester, UK Mar 13 – Dublin, Ireland Mar 15 – London, UK Mar 18–19 – Paris, France David Byrne's upcoming album is titled Who Is the Sky? It features 12 tracks and will be released on September 5. The album has been produced by Kid Harpoon and the Ghost Train Orchestra. The tour will emphasise mobility as a central theme, similar to Byrne's American Utopia tour and Broadway show. David Byrne's 2025–2026 tour begins in North America in September 2025 and continues through Oceania in January 2026.
Scotsman
a day ago
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- Scotsman
David Byrne announces UK tour dates for 2026 in celebration of new album
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. The celebrated musician is set to release his new album on September 5 2025 through Matador Records Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The iconic David Byrne has announced a world tour to celebrate his first album of work since 2018. The tour comes to the United Kingdom in the new year for eight dates only. Here's where you can catch the magical Talking Heads artist in the UK and when both pre-sale and general ticket sales are occurring. Talking Heads icon David Byrne is set to release his first album of new music since 2018's, and to celebrate, he's announced a World Tour with eight dates taking place in the UK. Byrne is renowned for his innovative and captivating stage productions, and promoters are promising nothing less for this upcoming tour. Fans can expect a brand new live show, which will feature an expansive group of 13 musicians, singers, and dancers, including familiar faces from his American Utopia band. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad David Byrne has announced eight UK dates as part of his World Tour. |In a move that promises dynamic performances, all members of the ensemble will be mobile throughout the set, suggesting a highly choreographed and visually engaging experience. The tour coincides with the release of his new album, Who Is the Sky?, set for September 5th via Matador Records . This eagerly awaited record sees Byrne collaborating with Grammy-winning producer Kid Harpoon , known for his work with pop powerhouses like Harry Styles and Miley Cyrus. This fresh partnership suggests an intriguing new sonic direction, while the album's 12 tracks have been meticulously arranged by the New York-based chamber ensemble, Ghost Train Orchestra, hinting at a rich and complex soundscape. Where is David Byrne touring in the UK in 2026? The legendary performer is set to bring his show to the following locations on the following dates in the new year: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad When can I get tickets to see David Byrne on his 2026 UK tour dates? Pre-sale tickets Artist pre-sale s and those with O2 Priority will have first pick of the tickets ahead of the 2026 UK dates, when your tickets will go on sale from 3pm BST on June 10 2025. Live Nation and Spotify pre-sales will then commence from 12pm BST on June 12 2025. General ticket sales The remaining allocation of tickets will then go on public sale from 10am BST on June 13 2025 through Ticketmaster . Do you have an event you'd like to share with us? You can now promote your What's On stories to us online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
