David Byrne New Album: Who Is The Sky?
David Byrne is back! The iconic former Talking Heads frontman will release his first solo album since 2018, titled Who Is The Sky?, on September 5th. The lead single, “Everybody Laughs,” is out now, accompanied by a fresh video, and hints at the album’s exploration of life’s global experiences. The new album includes remarkable collaborations with artists like St. Vincent and Hayley Williams, promising a diverse sound. Music fans should also look forward to his UK and Ireland tour in March 2026. Who Is The Sky? was produced by Kid Harpoon and arranged by Ghost Train Orchestra, with a tracklist that promises thought-provoking themes and engaging melodies. The album is available to pre-order now in multiple formats. News Directory 3 has the details. Discover what’s next for the legendary artist.
David Byrne Announces ‘Who Is the Sky?’ New Solo Album
David Byrne, the former Talking Heads frontman, is set to release his first solo album as 2018. Titled Who Is The Sky?, the album will be available Sept.5 via Matador Records.
The lead single,”everybody laughs,” is out now,accompanied by a new video. The album features collaborations with St. Vincent,Hayley Williams of Paramore,Tom Skinner of The Smile,and Mauro Refosco.
Byrne described the inspiration behind “Everybody Laughs,” stating, “Everybody lives, dies, laughs, cries, sleeps and stares at the ceiling. Everybody’s wearing everybody else’s shoes… I tried to sing about these things that could be seen as negative in a way balanced by an uplifting feeling from the groove and the melody.”
Who Is The Sky? was produced by Kid Harpoon and arranged by Ghost Train Orchestra. The album is available for pre-order in various formats, including a limited edition vinyl.
The tracklist for Who Is The Sky? is as follows:
- Everybody Laughs
- When We Are Singing
- My Apartment Is My Friend
- A Door Called No
- What Is the reason for It?
- I Met the Buddha at a Downtown Party
- Don’t Be Like That
- The Avant Garde
- moisturizing Thing
- I’m an Outsider
- She Explains Things to Me
- The Truth
“Everybody lives, dies, laughs, cries, sleeps and stares at the ceiling,” Byrne said. “Music can do that – hold opposites together.”
What’s next
In support of Who Is The Sky?, Byrne will embark on a tour with a 13-member band in March 2026, including dates in the United Kingdom and Ireland.