David Byrne's New Album and Talking Heads' 'Psycho Killer' Video

David Byrne's upcoming album sees him collaborating with the 20-piece Ghost Train Orchestra and producer Kid Harpoon. This marks a significant return to solo work for Byrne, whose last album launched an extensive and acclaimed tour, book, Broadway runs, and a Spike Lee-directed film adaptation.

The 'Psycho Killer' music video, directed by Mike Mills and starring Saoirse Ronan, celebrates the 50th anniversary of Talking Heads' first live gig. Mills, known for his work on '20th Century Women,' captures the essence of the song without literal interpretations, focusing on the repetitive nature of life and intense emotions. The band members have expressed their love for the video and appreciate its non-literal, innovative approach, aligning with their original artistic vision.

The first single, 'Everybody Laughs', is set to release on June 10th. The full album release date is yet to be announced.

Mike Mills, known for his films like '20th Century Women', directed the video.

Saoirse Ronan stars in the video, portraying a character experiencing everyday frustrations and anxieties.

What do you think of the new direction David Byrne is taking with his upcoming album? How does the 'Psycho Killer' video resonate with you?

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