
The Pitchfork Review
An Interview With Talking Heads
Sep 28, 2023
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.
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- 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.
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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.'
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