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4 days ago
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David Byrne Shares New Single ‘The Avant Garde'
New album Who Is The Sky? Out 5 September via Matador Records releases ' The Avant Garde ', the latest offering from his forthcoming album Who Is The Sky?, out 5th September through Matador Records. 'The Avant Garde' wrestles with the merits of art for art's sake, 'it's ahead of the curve / it's deceptively weighty, profound, absurd / it's whatever fits' Byrne says, 'Some people will hear this and say, 'David is calling bullshit on his friends' but it's more nuanced than that. Anyone who knows me knows that I go to plenty of shows that might be classified as avant-garde or experimental. Edgy and untraditional work is hugely inspiring to me, as it often changes the way I think and influences what I do (without me simply appropriating the ideas, I hope). That said, trying something unproven and radically new is risky. Sometimes, as with anything risky, it doesn't quite hit the bullseye. There's no guarantee that it will achieve what it aims to do, but when it does, the emotional and intellectual rewards are worth it. That is the risk one takes while making something new and unconventional. So yes, there are times when it doesn't mean shit, but often there are times when something wholly original comes into being and it's all worth it. I love that the Ghost Train folks and Kid Harpoon took what could have been a fairly conventional song I'd written (musically at least), and steered it into something that to me sounds like Led Zeppelin meets Dirty Projectors.' Who Is the Sky? is Byrne's first album since releasing the acclaimed 2018 American Utopia, which was later adapted into a hit Broadway musical and HBO film. It was produced by the Grammy-winning Kid Harpoon (Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus), while its 12 songs were arranged by the members of New York-based chamber ensemble Ghost Train Orchestra. Guests include Paramore's Hayley Williams, St. Vincent and The Smile drummer Tom Skinner. In September, David Byrne will kick off a massive world tour. The European and UK leg kicks off February 12th in Berlin, and includes four shows at London's Eventim Apoll in March. David Byrne will perform in Auckland, New Zealand at Spark Arena as part of his Who Is The Sky? tour February 14, 2026. A full rundown and tickets are available at The new album was introduced by the infectious first single ' Everybody Laughs ', which sets the tone for Who Is the Sky? with its universal themes of human connection and the potential for societal unity against the chaotic backdrop of the world. Click here to watch the video, directed by multimedia artist Gabriel Barcia-Colombo. Last month, David revealed the second single from the album, ' She Explains Things to Me ', which taps into some of the deeper themes of Who Is the Sky? and was partially inspired by Rebecca Solnit's book Men Explain Things to Me. 'At my age, at least for me, there's a 'don't give a shit about what people think' attitude that kicks in,' Byrne says about the spirit behind Who Is the Sky? '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.' David Byrne – Who Is The Sky? 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? 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 Content Sourced from Original url
Scoop
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scoop
David Byrne Shares New Single 'The Avant Garde'
New album Who Is The Sky? Out 5 September via Matador Records releases ' The Avant Garde ', the latest offering from his forthcoming album Who Is The Sky?, out 5th September through Matador Records. 'The Avant Garde' wrestles with the merits of art for art's sake, 'it's ahead of the curve / it's deceptively weighty, profound, absurd / it's whatever fits' Byrne says, 'Some people will hear this and say, "David is calling bullshit on his friends" but it's more nuanced than that. Anyone who knows me knows that I go to plenty of shows that might be classified as avant-garde or experimental. Edgy and untraditional work is hugely inspiring to me, as it often changes the way I think and influences what I do (without me simply appropriating the ideas, I hope). That said, trying something unproven and radically new is risky. Sometimes, as with anything risky, it doesn't quite hit the bullseye. There's no guarantee that it will achieve what it aims to do, but when it does, the emotional and intellectual rewards are worth it. That is the risk one takes while making something new and unconventional. So yes, there are times when it doesn't mean shit, but often there are times when something wholly original comes into being and it's all worth it. I love that the Ghost Train folks and Kid Harpoon took what could have been a fairly conventional song I'd written (musically at least), and steered it into something that to me sounds like Led Zeppelin meets Dirty Projectors.' Who Is the Sky? is Byrne's first album since releasing the acclaimed 2018 American Utopia, which was later adapted into a hit Broadway musical and HBO film. It was produced by the Grammy-winning Kid Harpoon (Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus), while its 12 songs were arranged by the members of New York-based chamber ensemble Ghost Train Orchestra. Guests include Paramore's Hayley Williams, St. Vincent and The Smile drummer Tom Skinner. In September, David Byrne will kick off a massive world tour. The European and UK leg kicks off February 12th in Berlin, and includes four shows at London's Eventim Apoll in March. David Byrne will perform in Auckland, New Zealand at Spark Arena as part of his Who Is The Sky? tour February 14, 2026. A full rundown and tickets are available at The new album was introduced by the infectious first single ' Everybody Laughs ', which sets the tone for Who Is the Sky? with its universal themes of human connection and the potential for societal unity against the chaotic backdrop of the world. Click here to watch the video, directed by multimedia artist Gabriel Barcia-Colombo. Last month, David revealed the second single from the album, 'She Explains Things to Me', which taps into some of the deeper themes of Who Is the Sky? and was partially inspired by Rebecca Solnit's book Men Explain Things to Me. 'At my age, at least for me, there's a 'don't give a shit about what people think' attitude that kicks in,' Byrne says about the spirit behind Who Is the Sky? '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.' 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? 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
New York Post
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
How much are the cheapest David Byrne 2025 concert tickets?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Things are starting to make sense for David Byrne fans. After a brief hiatus, the former Talking Heads frontman has seemingly been everywhere. A new single, Gov Ball appearance and 'Psycho Killer' music video put the off-kilter Rock Hall of Famer back in the limelight. And, for the icing on the cake, the 73-year-old announced he'll be taking his new album 'Who Is The Sky?' to theaters, auditoriums, centers for the arts and music halls all over the U.S. and Canada from September through December. Advertisement That includes seven huge New York gigs. To get things underway, he'll take 'Who Is The Sky?' — his ninth solo studio album — to Schenectady's Proctors Theatre on Sunday, Sept. 21. After that, the avant-garde '80s icon hits Syracuse's Landmark Theatre on Tuesday, Sept. 23 and Buffalo's Shea's Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Sept. 25. Finally, the Grammy winner closes his NY run with four shows at Manhattan's Radio City Music Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 30, Wednesday, Oct. 1, Friday, Oct. 10 and Saturday, Oct. 11. Each concert will feature a 13-member backing band made up of musicians, singers and dancers, some of whom were part of his 'American Utopia' ensemble. Advertisement 'The tour concept is unlike anything I've done before,' Byrne shared via Instagram. '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.' If you're curious just what that entails, tickets are available for all 50 David Byrne 'Who Is The Sky Tour' tickets as of today. At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on tickets for any one show was $75 including fees on Vivid Seats. Other North American shows start anywhere from $76 to $236 including fees. Advertisement For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about David Byrne's 2025 tour below. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. David Byrne tour schedule 2025 A complete calendar including all North American dates (and a few European ones), venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found here: David Byrne tour dates Ticket prices start at Sept. 14 at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence, RI $214 (including fees) Sept. 16 at the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh, PA $197 (including fees) Sept. 17 at the Wexner Center for the Arts in Columbus, OH $138 (including fees) Sept. 19 at the Akron Civic Theatre in Akron, OH $149 (including fees) Sept. 21 at the Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, NY $199 (including fees) Sept. 23 at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse, NY $116 (including fees) Sept. 25 at Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, NY $183 (including fees) Sept. 27 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. $169 (including fees) Sept. 28 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. $156 (including fees) Sept. 30 at Radio City Music Hall in New York, NY $124 (including fees) Oct. 1 at Radio City Music Hall in New York, NY $110 (including fees) Oct. 2 at the Wang Theatre in Boston, MA $124 (including fees) Oct. 3 at the Wang Theatre in Boston, MA $127 (including fees) Oct. 4 at the Wang Theatre in Boston, MA $122 (including fees) Oct. 7 at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, CT $114 (including fees) Oct. 8 at the Merrill Auditorium in Portland, ME $236 (including fees) Oct. 10 at Radio City Music Hall in New York, NY $121 (including fees) Oct. 11 at Radio City Music Hall in New York, NY $124 (including fees) Oct. 14 at the Altria Theater in Richmond, VA $138 (including fees) Oct. 16 at The Met in Philadelphia, PA $123 (including fees) Oct. 17 at The Met in Philadelphia, PA $131 (including fees) Oct. 21 at Massey Hall in Toronto, ON, CA $96 (including fees) Oct. 22 at Massey Hall in Toronto, ON, CA $96 (including fees) Oct. 23 at Massey Hall in Toronto, ON, CA $97 (including fees) Oct. 25 at the Fox Theatre in Detroit, MI $114 (including fees) Oct. 28 at the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago, IL $76 (including fees) Oct. 29 at the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago, IL $75 (including fees) Oct. 31 at the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago, IL $87 (including fees) Nov. 3 at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, MN $171 (including fees) Nov. 4 at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, MN $182 (including fees) Nov. 6 at the Bellco Theatre in Denver, CO $155 (including fees) Nov. 7 at the Bellco Theatre in Denver, CO $150 (including fees) Nov. 11 at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle, WA $161 (including fees) Nov. 12 at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle, WA $149 (including fees) Nov. 13 at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle, WA $150 (including fees) Nov. 16 at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco, CA $146 (including fees) Nov. 17 at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco, CA $115 (including fees) Nov. 20 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, CA $160 (including fees) Nov. 21 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, CA $171 (including fees) Nov. 25 at the Bass Concert Hall in Austin, TX $140 (including fees) Nov. 26 at the Bass Concert Hall in Austin, TX $138 (including fees) Nov. 28 at the Music Hall at Fair Park in Dallas, TX $124 (including fees) Nov. 29 at the Music Hall at Fair Park in Dallas, TX $118 (including fees) Dec. 2 at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA $168 (including fees) Dec. 3 at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA $163 (including fees) Dec. 5 at the Jackie Gleason Theater in Miami Beach, FL $136 (including fees) Dec. 6 at the Jackie Gleason Theater in Miami Beach, FL $143 (including fees) Feb. 12, 2026 at Tempodrom in Berlin, DE $616 (including fees) Feb. 24, 2026 at Jahrhunderthalle in Frankfurt, DE $616 (including fees) March 3, 2026 at the Eventim Apollo in London, GB $242 (including fees) Advertisement (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. David Byrne set list While the wily vocalist will likely lean into his new album on this run of shows, we wanted to give you an idea of what Byrne took to the stage on his 2018 'American Utopia Tour.' According to Set List FM, here's what he played at a gig in Australia (ahead of the long-standing Broadway stint that ran on and off from 2019-22 depending on pandemic protocol): 01.) 'Here' 02.) 'Lazy' (X‐Press 2 cover) 03.) 'I Zimbra' (Talking Heads song) 04.) 'Slippery People' (Talking Heads song) 05.) 'I Should Watch TV' (David Byrne & St. Vincent song) 06.) 'Dog's Mind' 07.) 'Everybody's Coming to My House' 08.) 'This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)' (Talking Heads song) 09.) 'Once in a Lifetime' (Talking Heads song) 10.) 'Doing the Right Thing' 11.) 'Toe Jam' (Brighton Port Authority cover) 12.) 'Born Under Punches (The Heat Goes On)' (Talking Heads song) 13.) 'I Dance Like This' 14.) 'Bullet' 15.) 'Every Day Is a Miracle' 16.) 'Like Humans Do' 17.) 'Blind' (Talking Heads song) 18.) 'Burning Down the House' (Talking Heads song) Encore 19.) 'Road to Nowhere' (Talking Heads song) 20.) 'The Great Curve' (Talking Heads song) Encore II 21.) 'Hell You Talmbout' (Janelle Monáe cover) David Byrne new music Advertisement On Sept. 5, Byrne' ninth solo album 'Who Is The Sky?' officially becomes part of his legendary canon. Ahead of the record's release, he unveiled the lead single 'Everybody Laughs.' Clocking in at almost four minutes, the track is a joyous, almost tropical tune. Complete with Byrne's trademark staccato vocals and Ghost Train Orchestra's jaunty strings that are a bit reminiscent of George Michael's 'Freedom,' the song fits squarely in Byrne's unimpeachable back catalog. To hear for yourself, you can find 'Everybody Laughs' here. For an even closer look, here's the official track list for 'Who Is The Sky.' Advertisement 01.) 'Everybody Laughs' 02.) 'When We Are Singing' 03.) 'My Apartment Is My Friend' 04.) 'A Door Called No' 05.) 'What Is the Reason for It?' (feat. Hayley Williams) 06.) 'I Met the Buddha at a Downtown Party' 07.) 'Don't Be Like That' 08.) 'The Avant Garde' 09.) 'Moisturizing Thing' 10.) 'I'm an Outsider' 11.) 'She Explains Things to Me' 12.) 'The Truth' Recent David Byrne projects Missed Byrne's Gov Ball drop in with O-Rod? Click here to see their lively duet complete with…creative 'Stop Making Sense'-esque dance moves. And, of course, we have to recommend checking out the new, cinematic, unsettling 'Psycho Killer' music video featuring Saorise Ronan and directed by 'Beginners' helmer Mike Mills. Huge artists on tour in 2025 While Byrne is about as singular an artist as there is, there are many fellow gifted superstars from yesteryear with similiar sensibilities who have tours mapped out this year. Advertisement Here are just five of our favorites that you won't want to miss live. • Sting • Elvis Costello • Sparks Advertisement • Yusuf/Cat Stevens • Morrissey Who else is out and about these next few months? Take a look at our list of all the biggest classic rockers on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
NZ Herald
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
Talking Heads frontman David Byrne returns to NZ for one-off Auckland show in January 2026
Talking Heads legend David Byrne has announced his return to New Zealand for the first time since 2018. The 73-year-old Rhode Island rocker will perform a single show at Auckland's Spark Arena on Wednesday, January 14, next year. Known for his flamboyant style and game-changing artistic expressions with and within his solo career, Byrne's tour across Australia and New Zealand will celebrate songs from his latest album Who Is The Sky?, set to be released September 5.
Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- 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.
