Artist page · 05/07/2026
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Over 20 vinyl releases tracked, from 1977's '77' to 1988's 'Naked'—key pressings from the US, Europe, and France.
Talking Heads emerged from the NYC punk scene, playing venues like CBGB, before releasing their debut album '77' in 1977 on Sire Records. They collaborated early with producer Brian Eno on 'More Songs About Buildings And Food,' integrating electronic and acoustic sounds. Subsequent albums like 'Fear of Music' (1979) and 'Remain In Light' (1980) introduced African percussion and experimental rhythms. Their discography spans genres including alternative, art pop, post-punk, and funk, with notable live and studio albums through the 80s.
The group disbanded in December 1991 after a prolific period, having left an influential catalog of vinyl albums tracked here with pressings from multiple countries, highlighting their evolution in sound and production.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Rhino Records · 2024
Sire · 1988
Sire · 1986
Sire · 1985
Sire · 1984
Sire · 1983
Sire · 1982
Sire · 1980
Sire · 1979
Sire · 1978
Sire · 1977Playlist
The tracks that sum up Talking Heads's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A turn towards pop rock, 'Little Creatures' features catchy tracks like "And She Was" and "Road To Nowhere" with 9 songs blending alternative and new wave.
"Stop Making Sense" captures the band's dynamic live performance with 9 tracks including "Psycho Killer" and "Once In A Lifetime." Multiple pressings exist including Canadian original editions.
Their final studio album, 'Naked' fuses art rock with alternative and new wave across 10 tracks such as "Blind" and "(Nothing But) Flowers." Original US pressings remain sought after.
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Talking Heads redefined the boundaries of rock by blending funk, art pop, and post-punk elements.— Music critics
In 1978, Talking Heads worked with producer Brian Eno on 'More Songs About Buildings And Food,' combining electronic textures with acoustic instrumentation to expand their sound.
During the mid-1970s, Talking Heads performed extensively at New York's CBGB, a key venue for emerging punk and new wave scenes, sharing bills with bands like the Ramones and Television.
"Stop Making Sense," released in 1984, is a live album capturing their 1983 tour performances, including tracks like "Burning Down The House" and "Girlfriend Is Better," with original Canadian pressings notable for collectors.
'True Stories' (1986) features songs from David Byrne's film, showcasing the band’s move towards more electronic and leftfield styles, with notable pressings from Italy and France.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Essential vinyl albums include 'Little Creatures' (1985), 'Stop Making Sense' (1984), and 'Naked' (1988), each with multiple original pressings and collectible editions.
'More Songs About Buildings And Food' (1978) was produced by Brian Eno, blending electronic sounds with acoustic instruments.
Yes, albums like 'Little Creatures' and 'True Stories' have European and French vinyl pressings tracked here, often varying in price and rarity.
The band officially ended in December 1991, concluding a 17-year career from their formation in 1974.
'Remain In Light' (1980) showcases African percussion and experimental rhythms, blending post-punk with world music elements.
They played regularly at New York City's CBGB, a pivotal venue for punk and new wave bands in the 1970s.
Yes, deluxe editions like the 'Stop Making Sense' double black vinyl and limited colored vinyl editions exist for collectors.
The band released 10 studio albums from 1977's '77' through 1988's 'Naked', covering a diverse range of styles within rock and new wave.
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