All four members of the original Talking Heads lineup share stories about their iconic concert documentary Stop Making Sense, the early days of the band, and recording classic albums. They discuss choreographed spontaneity on stage, the recording process at Blank Tape studio, A24's influence on the film, the creative revolution in New York City, and an unexpected reunion that revived their joy.
The podcast delves into the making of the iconic concert film 'Stop Making Sense' and its experimental staging and inclusion of notable musicians.
The members of Talking Heads open up about their creative process, musical influences, and experiences in 1970s New York.
Deep dives
Reunion of Talking Heads
The podcast episode features a reunion of all four members of Talking Heads: David Byrne, Jerry Harrison, Tina Waimeth, and Chris Frans. They sit down for an open-hearted interview with Pitchfork's contributing editor Andy Kush after A24's 40th anniversary restoration of the iconic concert movie 'Stop Making Sense.'
The Making of 'Stop Making Sense'
The podcast explores the making of 'Stop Making Sense,' the concert movie filmed during Talking Heads' epic concerts at the Pantagia Theatre in 1983. It highlights the experimental staging, the inclusion of notable musicians like Lynn Mayberry and Bernie Whirl, and the rapturous response it received upon release, often acclaimed as the best concert film ever made.
Creative Process and Impact
The members of Talking Heads discuss various aspects of their creative process and the impact of their music. They talk about the combination of choreographed and spontaneous moments in their performances, their musical influences like P-Funk, the transition from 'Remain in Light' to 'Speaking in Tongues,' and their experiences in the vibrant music and art scene of 1970s New York.
Ahead of the release of their newly restored and iconic concert documentary Stop Making Sense, all four members of the original Talking Heads lineup get together to chat with Pitchfork’s Contributing Editor Andy Cush. Listen to David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, and Jerry Harrison share stories about the film, the early days of the band, and recording one of their classic albums.