"Life During Wartime" from the Stop Making Sense concert is essential. It's too bad you can't watch the whole concert though because it's cool the way they built up the stage and instruments as the concert progressed.
Talking Heads just kept pumping out incredible songs over and over. Other greats: Burning Down the House, Once in a Lifetime, Wild, Wild Life, & And She Was. Yes, they're all unique and all great.
Those excellent bass lines are being played by Tina Weymouth, wife of co-founder and drummer Chris Frantz, and she only started playing the bass because they didn't have one. She went on to be inducted into the Rock&Roll Hall of Fame. My first time hearing this song was the Foghat version. Give it a listen.
HOORAY!!!!! More Talking Heads!!!!!! ~~~ "Take Me to the River" is a 1974 song written by singer Al Green and guitarist Mabon "Teenie" Hodges. Al Green is another singer songwriter to add to your list of people to listen to. His most beloved song is probably, Let's Stay Together ~ check it out ~ you won't be disappointed!
I've played bass guitar for decades and Tina Weymouth is one of my favorites. She's rarely mentioned. I enjoy watching her little shoulder motions when she plays. 😊
This was the tune that made me a TH fan. I didn't know about them before I heard this but they became one of my favorite bands of all time. Unique, funky, groovy-just an epic band with the genius, David Byrne and an awesome bassist, Tina Weymouth.
Can't wait for you to see some of these songs performed live. On top of the stellar off the charts musicianship by the supporting band, lead singer David Byrne is ONE OF A KIND. Fully animated, eccentric, brilliant, you just have to see it!! If and when you do "Life During Wartime" that so many have requested ... do yourself a favor, go straight to the tape - "Stop Making Sense". You'll understand. 👍👍
Tina Waymouth is one of the greatest bassists. The whole band is filled with brilliant musicianship. This is a rare cover but unique and one of the best. They have so many great originals too. Their influence can’t be stated enough. Often fun lyrics always with deeper meanings. You can’t go wrong with them. And yes, the concert film Stop Making Sense is a must.
I strongly suggest that you check out Life During Wartime from Fear of Music. As a sailor, you'll relate to a certain aspect of it, but it's a really versatile song that evokes all kinds of things, even today. I remember when the invasion of Ukraine was in full swing last year and I came across this, and was listening to it again, and I thought oh my God this could totally apply to that as well. But it also has a light humorous level to it as well. That's what David Byrne is all about.
Wasn’t a big TH fan and didn’t know much about them but a friend dragged me to the Stop Making Sense concert. By the end I was dancing in the aisle. Highly recommend you see that movie! They are just phenomenal live. Well they’re phenomenal anyways but even better live.
The thinking mans dance band from the 80s You are so right about their unique nature. The first reaction of most people who heard them when they first came out was ‘WTF is that ‘ except they could not help but shuffle their feet.
We used to do this in a covers band I played in during the 90s. Talking Heads were a great band. The bass player, Tina Weymouth, really drives it along . (BTW This a cover of an Al Green song. He is definitely someone you should check out.)
Tina Weymouth (pronounced waymuth) is one of my favorite bass players. Looming to your seeing her playing in those live videos where she's both focused and dynamic.
Talking Heads was the antidote to an overdose of Prog Rock. As were the B-52s. Of course, hardcore punk really tried to kill it with The Ramones, etc. (but never did)
Yes, I was aware of the Talkin Heads from a distance, from working in a headshop/record store, but when this song hit the radio it made me an instant Heads fan. Yes, the original and this are nearly two different songs. Delbert McClinton's version is very good, as well, but this is the best of all of them, in my opinion. Great choice, great reaction.
I absolutely love me some Tina Weymouth on bass guitar man, she is so good at this kind of music. And I can't remember the chronology exactly but this seems like their second album whereas Psycho Killer was on their first album? And then she was still playing with a pick at this point, but I think it was on their next album, the incredibly acclaimed Fear of Music album that was produced by Brian eno, where somebody, it wasn't just Brian Eno but somebody else and I can't remember right now, but it's a name you would even probably recognize, showed her an inspired her to starting to learn to play with her fingers. And as someone who has played bass in bands before although it's not my native instrument, once you learn to play with your fingers, now you've got a bigger tool kit to work with. You can use a pick when you really want that sharp edge on it and you can use your fingers for everything else it seems.
Oh that's rad. I made up for lost time seeing Ramones 3 times in their final year 1996. In my 20s it was awe inspiring. I covered lots of theirs here on my YT channel but it's sloppy🤘🏴☠️🎸
@@mattjohn4731 Initially back in '76/'77, they were the main punk band I got into, with other acts like Patti Smith, Richard Hell and Blondie all in hot pursuit. It must have been something to do with the New York punk scene I guess.
To change the subject, I’ve been getting into reactions to Paul Simon as a solo artist. I looked and I don’t see that you have yet. As far as I’m concerned all his sons are excellent. Try out “Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes”. The video 11:02 was the performance of the tune in South Africa is out of this world.
Laughing my ass off at your reaction. You totally get it now that you've heard two of them. But there is so much more and they have so many different kinds of things but they still all sound like them no matter what and they were pushing technology all the time so album by album it's pretty mind-blowing how rapidly they progressed, and they were hugely influential. I don't know that you necessarily have to go in chronological order but you already kind of have for the first two so I wish you would really check out something from Fear of music, the next album. Or actually I think there's another one in between there, it might be called Talking Heads 1977 or something like that. But what I now think is their fourth album and yeah I'm too lazy to look it up cuz I'm caught up in this reaction, is fear of Music produced by Brian Eno and really every track on there is just a masterpiece in its own way and some of it is really pushing the boundaries. But the reality for me is that from that album, the first track on the album life during wartime, crossed over onto rock radio when I was in high school and I remember being shocked by it and thinking what in the world is this? And then I went to college a year later and it was everywhere and thus I began My Talking Heads journey and was there right when Remain In Light was released, that incredible album from 1981 I think.
my favorite talking heads song. the groove is so infectious.
"Life During Wartime" from the Stop Making Sense concert is essential. It's too bad you can't watch the whole concert though because it's cool the way they built up the stage and instruments as the concert progressed.
Talking Heads "Burning Down The House" (Official Music Video A MUST!!) 🔥 🏠
Yeah that one stands out after 40 years. The vocals and instruments are all perfect, particularly the acoustic guitar intro
I saw Byrne sing it twice in '08. He's really on point, deep into fitness and healthy elder years
Talking Heads just kept pumping out incredible songs over and over. Other greats: Burning Down the House, Once in a Lifetime, Wild, Wild Life, & And She Was. Yes, they're all unique and all great.
Those excellent bass lines are being played by Tina Weymouth, wife of co-founder and drummer Chris Frantz, and she only started playing the bass because they didn't have one. She went on to be inducted into the Rock&Roll Hall of Fame. My first time hearing this song was the Foghat version. Give it a listen.
Well said!
You can't even compare Talking Heads to themselves from song to song, they're all so different and unique.
HOORAY!!!!! More Talking Heads!!!!!! ~~~ "Take Me to the River" is a 1974 song written by singer Al Green and guitarist Mabon "Teenie" Hodges. Al Green is another singer songwriter to add to your list of people to listen to. His most beloved song is probably, Let's Stay Together ~ check it out ~ you won't be disappointed!
I've played bass guitar for decades and Tina Weymouth is one of my favorites. She's rarely mentioned. I enjoy watching her little shoulder motions when she plays. 😊
Just wait until you see David's energy on stage in "Stop Making Sense"!
Just wait until you see them perform in the concert movie songs you'll be doing. You'll love them even more. They are definitely their own thing.
This was the tune that made me a TH fan. I didn't know about them before I heard this but they became one of my favorite bands of all time. Unique, funky, groovy-just an epic band with the genius, David Byrne and an awesome bassist, Tina Weymouth.
Can't wait for you to see some of these songs performed live. On top of the stellar off the charts musicianship by the supporting band, lead singer David Byrne is ONE OF A KIND. Fully animated, eccentric, brilliant, you just have to see it!! If and when you do "Life During Wartime" that so many have requested ... do yourself a favor, go straight to the tape - "Stop Making Sense". You'll understand. 👍👍
Tina Waymouth is one of the greatest bassists. The whole band is filled with brilliant musicianship. This is a rare cover but unique and one of the best. They have so many great originals too. Their influence can’t be stated enough. Often fun lyrics always with deeper meanings. You can’t go wrong with them. And yes, the concert film Stop Making Sense is a must.
I strongly suggest that you check out Life During Wartime from Fear of Music. As a sailor, you'll relate to a certain aspect of it, but it's a really versatile song that evokes all kinds of things, even today.
I remember when the invasion of Ukraine was in full swing last year and I came across this, and was listening to it again, and I thought oh my God this could totally apply to that as well. But it also has a light humorous level to it as well. That's what David Byrne is all about.
"BURNING DOWN THE HOUSE" Next please
My second favorite live band ever
Tina Weymouth. One of the best bass players. Ever.
Keep them coming even Davids solo stuff❤ so my favorite songs
My god, sounds good. I haven't heard it in so long. This is one of those you play as loud as possible. A total groove.
Wasn’t a big TH fan and didn’t know much about them but a friend dragged me to the Stop Making Sense concert. By the end I was dancing in the aisle. Highly recommend you see that movie! They are just phenomenal live. Well they’re phenomenal anyways but even better live.
Al Green!!! Soul baptism. Total immersion. Tina Weymouth on bass. Check out their Burning Down the House and the Bo nie Raitt's cover. Huh!
The thinking mans dance band from the 80s You are so right about their unique nature. The first reaction of most people who heard them when they first came out was ‘WTF is that ‘ except they could not help but shuffle their feet.
I remember driving around with this cranked up! 🤩
The Kings of Quirk!!!
We used to do this in a covers band I played in during the 90s. Talking Heads were a great band. The bass player, Tina Weymouth, really drives it along . (BTW This a cover of an Al Green song. He is definitely someone you should check out.)
They filmed stiff in 1974 at cbgb they did all there songs you will like it
Such a groove. You always have good reactions. Happy Thanksgiving!
Tina plays some of the funkiest grooves.
Cross-Eyed and Painless live in Rome 1980 with Adrian Belew(Zappa,Bowie and King Crimson) is a must.
Tina Weymouth (pronounced waymuth) is one of my favorite bass players. Looming to your seeing her playing in those live videos where she's both focused and dynamic.
Talking Heads was the antidote to an overdose of Prog Rock. As were the B-52s. Of course, hardcore punk really tried to kill it with The Ramones, etc. (but never did)
Love watching you! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Yes, I was aware of the Talkin Heads from a distance, from working in a headshop/record store, but when this song hit the radio it made me an instant Heads fan. Yes, the original and this are nearly two different songs. Delbert McClinton's version is very good, as well, but this is the best of all of them, in my opinion. Great choice, great reaction.
I think soul singer, Al Green recorded also but I prefer the Talking Heads take on this song!
70 s funk from the heads🤘🤘😆😆
I absolutely love me some Tina Weymouth on bass guitar man, she is so good at this kind of music. And I can't remember the chronology exactly but this seems like their second album whereas Psycho Killer was on their first album?
And then she was still playing with a pick at this point, but I think it was on their next album, the incredibly acclaimed Fear of Music album that was produced by Brian eno, where somebody, it wasn't just Brian Eno but somebody else and I can't remember right now, but it's a name you would even probably recognize, showed her an inspired her to starting to learn to play with her fingers. And as someone who has played bass in bands before although it's not my native instrument, once you learn to play with your fingers, now you've got a bigger tool kit to work with. You can use a pick when you really want that sharp edge on it and you can use your fingers for everything else it seems.
My favorite song from the band is " Burning Down the House " ☮️
It get emotional that these CBGB bands are finally getting the love and respect in 2023 that they should have gotten in the mid 70's
Slippery People live ❤
Burning Down the House
Life During Wartime
Loads more!
Saw them in '78 with da Ramones. Poor Tina on the bass guitar. It was almost as big as her!
Oh that's rad. I made up for lost time seeing Ramones 3 times in their final year 1996. In my 20s it was awe inspiring. I covered lots of theirs here on my YT channel but it's sloppy🤘🏴☠️🎸
@@mattjohn4731 Initially back in '76/'77, they were the main punk band I got into, with other acts like Patti Smith, Richard Hell and Blondie all in hot pursuit. It must have been something to do with the New York punk scene I guess.
To change the subject, I’ve been getting into reactions to Paul Simon as a solo artist. I looked and I don’t see that you have yet. As far as I’m concerned all his sons are excellent. Try out “Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes”. The video 11:02 was the performance of the tune in South Africa is out of this world.
Laughing my ass off at your reaction. You totally get it now that you've heard two of them. But there is so much more and they have so many different kinds of things but they still all sound like them no matter what and they were pushing technology all the time so album by album it's pretty mind-blowing how rapidly they progressed, and they were hugely influential.
I don't know that you necessarily have to go in chronological order but you already kind of have for the first two so I wish you would really check out something from Fear of music, the next album. Or actually I think there's another one in between there, it might be called Talking Heads 1977 or something like that.
But what I now think is their fourth album and yeah I'm too lazy to look it up cuz I'm caught up in this reaction, is fear of Music produced by Brian Eno and really every track on there is just a masterpiece in its own way and some of it is really pushing the boundaries.
But the reality for me is that from that album, the first track on the album life during wartime, crossed over onto rock radio when I was in high school and I remember being shocked by it and thinking what in the world is this? And then I went to college a year later and it was everywhere and thus I began My Talking Heads journey and was there right when Remain In Light was released, that incredible album from 1981 I think.
yes mate you got to watch ' stop making sense' the best musc film out there
Make sure you get around to "Life during Wartime", it's high energy, wear your runners.
Originally an Al Green song from 1974.
If you like Talking Heads be sure to check out the Tom Tom Club. They are a TH side project (the band minus lead singer David Byrne)
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Check Al Green's original version of "Take Me to the River" too
Delbert McClinton is worth checking out.
You might benefit from checking out what David Byrne is doind currently.
Still relevant
Shawn, check out Life During Wartime, live. It's on fire!!!
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Plz ck out Stay Up Late. It's 1 of my fav by this band. I'm sure you'll be glad you did. Thx for the grt vids. ✌🏻
Hey Shawn, your patreon link seems to be down....when i click, it says "page not found"
Covered song ny the great Al Green. Gutsy as i would not want to try to cover Al
My favorite Heads album and this is the worst song on it.