David Byrne

Sometimes it feels like the world is just full of doom and gloom. If it's not the pandemic, then it's the cost of living or the climate crisis. Reasons to be Cheerful is a non-profit editorial… Audio

It's that time again when William Dart looks back over the year and considers some of the fine music that, for one reason or another, didn't get played ... songs by David Byrne & Yo La Tengo, Nico… Audio

Dan Slevin has been watching recent films featuring Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift and David Byrne. Video

Former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne talks to RNZ Music's Tony Stamp about his new film American Utopia. Directed by Spike Lee, it captures the original Broadway play, featuring songs from… Video, Audio

William Dart looks at two albums that became shows and one show that became an album… Anaïs Mitchell’s Hadestown and David Byrne and Fatboy Slim's Here Lies Love the former; Linda Thompson’s My Mother… Video, Audio

RNZ Music’s Kirsten Johnstone is overwhelmed by the incredible display of musicianship, movement, and joy on stage at the Talking Heads frontman's TSB Arena show in Wellington last night.

Nick Bollinger discusses the 'fourth world' concepts of electronic adventurer Jon Hassell. Audio

Benin-born singer Angelique Kidjo pays tribute to an African-inspired classic by Talking Heads. Audio

Kirsten Johnston looks at the brilliant career of the Talking Heads frontman David Byrne, who'll perform in New Zealand later this year. Audio

Talking Heads frontman David Byrne is coming to New Zealand in November to play shows in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Video

Brian Eno turns 70 this week. While an increasing number of septuagenarians are still making records, few remain vital cultural forces or continue to inspire with fresh ideas. Nick Bollinger explores… Video, Audio

Nick Bollinger discusses the chicken and dog's-eye views of America on David Byrne's new album. Audio

Nick Bollinger reviews a new album of typically peculiar perspectives from Talking Heads founder David Byrne; a set of tones, textures and tunes from Nils Frahm; and a 'lost' album by transplanted… Audio

Thomas Goss explores the many collaborations Eno has had with eclectic rockers including David Bowie, John Cale, Robert Fripp, and David Byrne. (RNZ) Audio

Thomas Goss looks at the production of such albums as The Unforgettable Fire by U2 and Remain In Light by Talking Heads. (RNZ) Audio