Is In Spite of Wishing and Wanting a good place to start with David Byrne?

Yes, In Spite of Wishing and Wanting is recommended as a starting point for new David Byrne listeners. A surreal blend of avant-garde soundscapes and eclectic rhythms that challenge conventional song structures. By the time David Byrne released 'In Spite of Wishing and Wanting' in 1999, he was well-established as a solo artist following his extensive tenure with Talking Heads. This album arrived after his experimental work on 'Feelings' (1997) and showcased his continued exploration of multimedia projects, integrating various artistic influences into his music.

Who is In Spite of Wishing and Wanting for?

In Spite of Wishing and Wanting works well if you're into dynamic journey with extended sections, wave-like pacing for deep listening and moments of surreal reflection.

How many songs are on In Spite of Wishing and Wanting?

In Spite of Wishing and Wanting has 7 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

In Spite of Wishing and Wanting

David Byrne · 1999

55 min · 7 tracks · alternative rock · new wave

A surreal blend of avant-garde soundscapes and eclectic rhythms that challenge conventional song structures.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with extended sections
wave-like pacing for deep listening
moments of surreal reflection
engaging rhythms for active exploration

Maybe skip if you want

prefer straightforward song structures
seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — The album features avant-garde soundscapes and challenges conventional structures.
Themes: surreal soundscapes· anxiety in modernity· avant-garde exploration
Career context: By the time David Byrne released 'In Spite of Wishing and Wanting' in 1999, he was well-established as a solo artist following his extensive tenure with Talking Heads. This album arrived after his experimental work on 'Feelings' (1997) and showcased his continued exploration of multimedia projects, integrating various artistic influences into his music.
Stylistic neighbors: Talking Heads· Brian Eno· The B-52's
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