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Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Talking Heads celebrate 50th anniversary with new video
Talking Heads have released a new music video to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their first show. The band - who haven't performed together since 1984 and officially disbanded in 1991 - had been teasing an announcement and on Thursday (05.06.25), they shared the first video for their 1977 single Psycho Killer, which features Saoirse Ronan. The new clip is directed by Mike Mills and shows a young woman moving through her daily routine at her home, office and car, each day becoming a different version of herself, and the Outrun actress was delighted to be involved. She said in a statement: 'To simply be mentioned in the same breath as Talking Heads is hands down one of the coolest things that has ever happened to me, let alone making a video with the singular Mike Mills to accompany one of their most iconic songs – Psycho Killer. "I have grown up listening to their music, so this truly is a childhood/teenage/lifelong dream come true. Mike, myself and the rest of the creative team had so much fun making this, and I can't wait for Talking Heads fans to see it!' Mike declared the video to be one of "the best" projects he's been involved with. He said: 'This album literally changed what was possible in life for me, so to get to play with the subversive, uncategorisable beauty of Talking Heads, and to play with Saoirse who brought so much surprise, power, vulnerability and mischief to the party, it's one of the best things I ever got to be a part of – still can't believe it actually happened.' And Talking Heads - David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Jerry Harrison, and Chris Frantz - are delighted with his work. They said in a statement: 'This video makes the song better- We LOVE what this video is NOT – it's not literal, creepy, bloody, physically violent or obvious." The group reunited for their first full reunion in 20 years in 2023 to mark the 40th anniversary of their concert film 'Stop Making Sense'. During their promotional commitments at the time, they all insisted there were no plans for a full reunion. Chris told NME at the time: 'I did try it a couple of times and the last time was about 20 years ago, and after that, David just said: 'I never want you to ask me that question again. I'm not going to address that matter.' It's a shame and it is what it is.'
Perth Now
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Talking Heads celebrate 50th anniversary with new video
Talking Heads have released a new music video to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their first show. The band - who haven't performed together since 1984 and officially disbanded in 1991 - had been teasing an announcement and on Thursday (05.06.25), they shared the first video for their 1977 single Psycho Killer, which features Saoirse Ronan. The new clip is directed by Mike Mills and shows a young woman moving through her daily routine at her home, office and car, each day becoming a different version of herself, and the Outrun actress was delighted to be involved. She said in a statement: 'To simply be mentioned in the same breath as Talking Heads is hands down one of the coolest things that has ever happened to me, let alone making a video with the singular Mike Mills to accompany one of their most iconic songs – Psycho Killer. "I have grown up listening to their music, so this truly is a childhood/teenage/lifelong dream come true. Mike, myself and the rest of the creative team had so much fun making this, and I can't wait for Talking Heads fans to see it!' Mike declared the video to be one of "the best" projects he's been involved with. He said: 'This album literally changed what was possible in life for me, so to get to play with the subversive, uncategorisable beauty of Talking Heads, and to play with Saoirse who brought so much surprise, power, vulnerability and mischief to the party, it's one of the best things I ever got to be a part of – still can't believe it actually happened.' And Talking Heads - David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Jerry Harrison, and Chris Frantz - are delighted with his work. They said in a statement: 'This video makes the song better- We LOVE what this video is NOT – it's not literal, creepy, bloody, physically violent or obvious." The group reunited for their first full reunion in 20 years in 2023 to mark the 40th anniversary of their concert film 'Stop Making Sense'. During their promotional commitments at the time, they all insisted there were no plans for a full reunion. Chris told NME at the time: 'I did try it a couple of times and the last time was about 20 years ago, and after that, David just said: 'I never want you to ask me that question again. I'm not going to address that matter.' It's a shame and it is what it is.'
RTÉ News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Saoirse Ronan to star in new video for Talking Heads classic
Saoirse Ronan will star in a new video for Talking Heads classic Psycho Killer to mark the 50th anniversary of the band's first gig at New York venue CBGBs. The new promo for the track, which is from the band's debut album, Talking Heads: 77, will be released on Thursday and sees Lady Bird and Brooklyn star Ronan acting out in a series of domestic and work locations. She can also be seen brushing her teeth, while dancing in the mirror to the song's famous "Ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya" refrain, slapping herself in the face, and waiting in traffic. Psycho Killer was the first song David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Chris Frantz and Jerry Harrison of Talking Heads wrote together and the new video was directed by director and screenwriter Mike Mills, who has previously worked with The Divine Comedy and Moby. The band began posting teasers about the new video on Monday and on Tuesday evening, the official Talking Heads social media accounts posted a photo of the film slate from the video shoot last January. The caption read, "To mark the 50th Anniversary of the band's first show at CBGB's, the first official music video for Psycho Killer, directed by Mike Mills & starring Saoirse Ronan, will be released. Out June 5th, 2025." Talking Heads last performed together in 1984 and officially disbanded in 1991. In 2023, all four members reunited for the first time in over 20 years when they attended a 40th anniversary event for their concert film Stop Making Sense. In recent years there has been much speculation about Talking Heads reforming for a reunion tour, with reports that they turned down $80 million offer to tour. However, the band have consistently denied that they plan to play together again.
Perth Now
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Australian radio industry legend dead, aged 58
Australian radio presenter Paris Pompor has died, aged 58. The beloved star was known for his influential role at Sydney's 2SER. Pompor had long worked the airwaves at the not-for-profit station, where he hosted the music program Jumping The Gap from 2007 - 2022. No cause of death has been publicly released. Pompor was known as a talented and vibrant DJ on the Sydney radio scene. As co-host of the Groovescooter show, he celebrated the arts and music culture in the city, and indeed nationwide. 2SER played a tribute to Pompor on Friday night and featured a retrospective of his work at the radio station. Australian radio star Paris Pompor has died aged 58, sparking tributes for the industry legend. Credit: Facebook Following news of his death on Wednesday, a number of people posted tributes to Pompor on social media. 'Totally stunned and very sad to be hearing the news that Paris Pompor has passed away. A complete and total music fan, a beautiful human and always a joy to run into around the traps or at 2SER over the years,' Stuart Couple wrote on Facebook. 'Watching him dancing around the studio whilst presenting a radio show always made my day just that little happier.' Eastside radio 89.7FM, said he had made an 'indelible' mark in Sydney: 'Paris shaped so much of Sydney music and influenced the city's arts and culture like no other. 'His love of music documentaries started a movement of film screenings at the Golden Age Cinema that can best be described as all sold out! 'The curation of underground independent films mixed with classic revivals like Stop Making Sense were enjoyed by everyone who attended and deserve to keep going by the next generation.' Former Newsreader Geoff Mark Field added his own tribute 'My sincere condolences to family and friends of Paris Pompor who has died aged 58,' Field wrote. 'I remember the way he would always have something positive to say to my journalism students when I was at 2SerFM. 'Paris was a beautiful man who always went out of his way to be kind.' The Queen Screen account for Mardi Gras also posted a tender farewell. 'Incredibly saddened to hear the news of Paris Pompor's passing. 'He was a great friend to Queer Screen who volunteered at many of our events and Groovescooter was a community partner on so many films that focussed on music and soul over the years. 'Sending love to his family, friends and community. It's a great loss to the arts, music and culture scene in Australia.' Pompor is survived by his long-time partner Georgie Zuzak.
West Australian
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Australian radio star Paris Pompor dies aged 58, sparking tributes for the industry legend
Australian radio presenter Paris Pompor has died, aged 58. The beloved star was known for his influential role at Sydney 's 2SER. Pompor had long worked the airwaves at the not-for-profit station, where he hosted the music program Jumping The Gap from 2007 - 2022. No cause of death has been publicly released. Pompor was known as a talented and vibrant DJ on the Sydney radio scene. As co-host of the Groovescooter show, he celebrated the arts and music culture in the city, and indeed nationwide. 2SER played a tribute to Pompor on Friday night and featured a retrospective of his work at the radio station. Following news of his death on Wednesday, a number of people posted tributes to Pompor on social media . 'Totally stunned and very sad to be hearing the news that Paris Pompor has passed away. A complete and total music fan, a beautiful human and always a joy to run into around the traps or at 2SER over the years,' Stuart Couple wrote on Facebook. 'Watching him dancing around the studio whilst presenting a radio show always made my day just that little happier.' Eastside radio 89.7FM, said he had made an 'indelible' mark in Sydney: 'Paris shaped so much of Sydney music and influenced the city's arts and culture like no other. 'His love of music documentaries started a movement of film screenings at the Golden Age Cinema that can best be described as all sold out! 'The curation of underground independent films mixed with classic revivals like Stop Making Sense were enjoyed by everyone who attended and deserve to keep going by the next generation.' Former Newsreader Geoff Mark Field added his own tribute 'My sincere condolences to family and friends of Paris Pompor who has died aged 58,' Field wrote. 'I remember the way he would always have something positive to say to my journalism students when I was at 2SerFM. 'Paris was a beautiful man who always went out of his way to be kind.' The Queen Screen account for Mardi Gras also posted a tender farewell. 'Incredibly saddened to hear the news of Paris Pompor's passing. 'He was a great friend to Queer Screen who volunteered at many of our events and Groovescooter was a community partner on so many films that focussed on music and soul over the years. 'Sending love to his family, friends and community. It's a great loss to the arts, music and culture scene in Australia.' Pompor is survived by his long-time partner Georgie Zuzak.
