David Byrne - Who Is the Sky?

I wasn’t sure if I’d like this album after my friend who is a massive Byrne/talking heads fan raised an eyebrow and commented it’s saccharine in positivity. Despite me sharing my love for their latest Tiny Desk Concert they continued to look sceptical. However after a few listens in the car I couldn't stop thinking about this album and how it made me feel. I decided to pick up a copy.

With the bleak 2026 world events, this album brings some welcome relief. Byrne finds joy and beauty in the mundane. He loves his apartment, his wife giving him anti ageing moisturiser that turned his skin into a toddler, and a budda eating pastries. It’s hilarious, instantly joyus, and a new fave in our house.

I can't wait to see him live later this month.

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