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Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Legendary US rock band send supporters wild after dropping MAJOR hint they are reuniting this summer
Talking Heads sent fans into a frenzy after posting a cryptic message on their social media on Monday. The legendary US rock band - consisting of front man David Byrne, bassist Tina Weymouth, drummer Chris Fantz and guitarist Jerri Harrison - shot to stardom after forming in 1975. During a 16-year period together the band achieved commercial and critical success thanks to much-loved tracks such as Once in a Lifetime and Road to Nowhere before they split in 1991. Now, many supporters think they may finally have got their wish for a reunion after the band posted an obscure video on social media. The animation simply showed the sun and the moon rising behind the caption: 'June 5, 2025.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The date actually marks exactly 50 years since the group's first ever show at the CBGB club in New York, leaving supporters wondering whether a reunion tour could be on the cards this summer. Thousands of excited fans took to the comments section, writing: 'announce a tour i date are you', 'Just get back together for some shows and make the world a brighter place!', 'IS TALKING HEADS COMING BACK DON'T PLAY WITH MY FEELINGS', 'Give the people what they really want and need, and that's a tour!!!' It would be the first time the band - who have four albums named in the 2003 Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list - have performed a live show together since 1984. If supporters' suspicions are indeed true and Talking Heads are reuniting, it would likely mean the four band members had a change of mind on an offer they received some six months ago. The group reportedly turned down a whopping $80million offered to them by Live Nation in December for a reunion tour consisting of six to eight festival and concert gigs, Billboard reported. It came months after the group's lead singer David mended a rift with his former band mates ready for the 40th anniversary of Stop Making Sense, their concert film, which debuted in 1984. Coachella's curator Paul Tollett told Billboard he also approached the band members in September to play at the iconic California festival - but said that he 'sensed there were no shows happening, so I didn't make an offer.' Talking Heads announced their split in December 1991, with the bandmembers excluding David briefly and continuing touring as Shrunken Heads. After a screening of their movie anniversary in September, they did a Q&A with filmmaker Spike Lee, where Chris said: 'It's so good to be here with my bandmates tonight. It's been a long time.' According to the LA Times, all four members sat in separate rows to watch the film, but claimed '[no] tensions were on display'. Jerry recently said working together on the re-worked film had been a 'healing experience' for the group. He revealed: 'We get along OK. It's all very cordial and whatever. It's not like we're all best friends. But everybody's very happy to see this film coming back out. 'We're all united in the fact that we really love what we did here. So that kind of helps us talk to one another and get along.' When the group split, Chris said their breakup had been caused by David and that he had learned his bandmate was leaving from a Los Angeles Times article. He said at the time: 'As far as we're concerned, the band never really broke up. David just decided to leave. 'We were never too pleased about the way David handled the situation.' David has spoken about his regret over the way the band disbanded, telling People last month: 'As a younger person, I was not as pleasant to be around. When I was working on some Talking Heads shows, I was more of a little tyrant. 'And then I learned to relax and I also learned that, collaborating with people, both sides get more if there's a good relationship instead of me telling everybody what to do. 'I think [the end] wasn't handled well. It was kind of ugly. I have regrets on how that was handled. 'I don't think I did it in the best way, but I think it was kind of inevitable that would happen anyway.'
Scottish Sun
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Legendary 70s band drop massive clue they're reuniting 41 years after last live performance
The band were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002 AN iconic US rock band has teased fans with news of a possible upcoming reunion. The acclaimed rock stars - who were together for 16 years - haven't performed since 1975. Advertisement 6 The video footage simply read the date "6/5/2025" Credit: tiktok/@talkingheads 6 A reunion for the ground-breaking rock band could be on the cards Credit: tiktok/@talkingheads New Wave band Talking Heads, best known for their hits Once in a Lifetime and Road to Nowhere could be reforming following a cryptic social media clue. Excited music lovers have gone wild after the band's official Instagram page posted an obscure video animation. The short footage simply features the date: "6/5/2025." The precise date refers back to June 5, 1975, when Talking Heads played its first-ever show at the CBGB club in New York. Advertisement Fans begged: "Just get back together for some shows and make the world a brighter place!" A second penned: "You teases!" A third argued: "Give the people what they really want and need, and that's a tour!!!!" The band has not played together since their last gig on February 6, 1984 in New Zealand. Advertisement In January 2024, it was reported that the band turned down tens of millions to reunite after being approached to perform at six to eight festivals, including headlining slots. Despite receiving an alleged £62m offer, Billboard claimed the group's four members - David Byrne, Jerry Harrison, Frantz and Tina Weymouth - walked away. 70s pop legend eyes a spot at Glastonbury as he launches huge comeback with new album and doc The band released their final album Naked in 1988 before disbanding in 1991. Talking Heads rebranded as Shrunken Heads and toured briefly before going their separate ways. Advertisement In 2003, Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time included four albums by the band. Their songs Psycho Killer, Life During Wartime and Once in a Lifetime were included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll. 6 Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, David Byrne and Jerry Harrison in 2023 Credit: Getty 6 The band were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002 Credit: Alamy Advertisement 6 The New York City-based band formed in 1975 Credit: Alamy
The Sun
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Legendary 70s band drop massive clue they're reuniting 41 years after last live performance
AN iconic US rock band has teased fans with news of a possible upcoming reunion. The acclaimed rock stars - who were together for 16 years - haven't performed since 1975. 6 6 New Wave band Talking Heads, best known for their hits Once in a Lifetime and Road to Nowhere could be reforming following a cryptic social media clue. Excited music lovers have gone wild after the band's official Instagram page posted an obscure video animation. The short footage simply features the date: "6/5/2025." The precise date refers back to June 5, 1975, when Talking Heads played its first-ever show at the CBGB club in New York. Fans begged: "Just get back together for some shows and make the world a brighter place!" A second penned: "You teases!" A third argued: "Give the people what they really want and need, and that's a tour!!!!" The band has not played together since their last gig on February 6, 1984 in New Zealand. In January 2024, it was reported that the band turned down tens of millions to reunite after being approached to perform at six to eight festivals, including headlining slots. Despite receiving an alleged £62m offer, Billboard claimed the group's four members - David Byrne, Jerry Harrison, Frantz and Tina Weymouth - walked away. 70s pop legend eyes a spot at Glastonbury as he launches huge comeback with new album and doc The band released their final album Naked in 1988 before disbanding in 1991. Talking Heads rebranded as Shrunken Heads and toured briefly before going their separate ways. In 2003, Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time included four albums by the band. Their songs Psycho Killer, Life During Wartime and Once in a Lifetime were included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll. 6 6 6 6
The Irish Sun
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Legendary 70s band drop massive clue they're reuniting 41 years after last live performance
AN iconic US rock band has teased fans with news of a possible upcoming reunion. The acclaimed rock stars - who were together for 16 years - haven't performed since 1975. 6 The video footage simply read the date "6/5/2025" Credit: tiktok/@talkingheads 6 A reunion for the ground-breaking rock band could be on the cards Credit: tiktok/@talkingheads New Wave band , best known for their hits Once in a Lifetime and Road to Nowhere could be reforming following a cryptic social media clue. Excited music lovers have gone wild after the band's official Instagram page posted an obscure video animation. The short footage simply features the date: "6/5/2025." The precise date refers back to June 5, 1975, when Talking Heads played its first-ever show at the CBGB club in New York. Read more Fans begged: "Just get back together for some shows and make the world a brighter place!" A second penned: "You teases!" A third argued: "Give the people what they really want and need, and that's a tour!!!!" The band has not played together since their last gig on February 6, 1984 in New Zealand. Most read in Celebrity In January 2024, it was reported that the band turned down tens of millions to reunite after being approached to perform at six to eight festivals, including headlining slots. Despite receiving an alleged £62m offer, 70s pop legend eyes a spot at Glastonbury as he launches huge comeback with new album and doc The band released their final album Naked in 1988 before disbanding in 1991. Talking Heads rebranded as Shrunken Heads and toured briefly before going their separate ways. In 2003, Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time included four albums by the band. Their songs Psycho Killer, Life During Wartime and Once in a Lifetime were included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll. 6 Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, David Byrne and Jerry Harrison in 2023 Credit: Getty 6 The band were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002 Credit: Alamy 6 The New York City-based band formed in 1975 Credit: Alamy 6 The band split in December 1991 Credit: Alamy
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Valerie Mahaffey, Emmy winner known for Northern Exposure, dies at 71 after battle with cancer
Valerie Mahaffey, an Emmy Award-winning actress known for her memorable performances in television and film, has died at the age of 71. Her husband, actor Joseph Kell, confirmed she passed away on May 30 in Los Angeles following a battle with cancer. "America has lost one of its most endearing actresses. She will be missed,' Kell said in a statement, mourning the loss of his wife and long-time collaborator. Mahaffey earned acclaim for her role as Eve in the CBS dramedy Northern Exposure, a part that won her the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 1992. Her career spanned decades and genres, with notable appearances in series such as Big Sky, Desperate Housewives, and Dead to Me, where she portrayed Lorna Harding. Born in Indonesia, Mahaffey lived in several countries, including Nigeria and England, before settling in Texas. She launched her acting career on the New York stage, performing in six Broadway productions, including Dracula with Raul Julia and Play Memory under Harold Prince's direction. Her stage work also earned her two Obie Awards for performances in Top Girls and Talking Heads. Her television resume includes appearances in Seinfeld, ER, Grey's Anatomy, Law & Order: SVU, Boston Legal, The Mindy Project, and Young Sheldon, among many others. In film, Mahaffey's roles included parts in Sully, Seabiscuit, French Exit—for which she received an Independent Spirit Award nomination—and The 8th Day, slated for release in 2025. She also worked behind the camera, producing and starring in the 2010 family drama Summer Eleven, written and directed by Kell. Remembered for her warmth and charm, Mahaffey leaves behind a legacy of versatility and kindness, beloved by colleagues and audiences alike.
