David Byrne Releases New Album Reflecting Post-Talking Heads Career

David Byrne, frontman of the iconic band Talking Heads, is celebrating the band's 50th anniversary alongside the release of his new solo album, 'Who Is the Sky?'. Despite recent moments of apparent camaraderie during the reissue promotion of their concert film 'Stop Making Sense,' Byrne confirms there will be no reunion, citing the impracticality of recapturing their youthful energy and his current musical direction. The album's title was inspired by a misheard phrase from a voice-to-text message, reflecting Byrne's ongoing exploration of identity and existential questioning. Byrne reminisces about the 1970s New York music scene, highlighting the support and influence of artists like Lou Reed and John Cale, who helped open doors for Talking Heads and introduced them to key collaborators such as Brian Eno. Post-Talking Heads, Byrne incorporated Latin influences into his solo work, which alienated some of his U.S. audience but found appreciation in Latin America. Throughout his career, Byrne has evolved, acknowledging past difficulties in collaboration and expressing satisfaction with his current creative path.