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More Songs About Buildings and Food

Talking Heads · 1978

41 min · 11 tracks · new wave · post-punk

A vibrant mix of art rock and funk-infused rhythms, laced with David Byrne's distinctive vocal delivery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • short, engaging listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative yet upbeat moods

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 21, 1978, 'More Songs About Buildings and Food' is Talking Heads' second album, following their debut 'Talking Heads: 77'. The album marked a significant moment in their career as they began to establish their unique sound, melding punk ethos with new wave and art rock influences, increasingly drawing attention from both critics and audiences alike.
Stylistic neighbors
David Byrne· The B-52's· Devo

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Thank You for Sending Me an Angel 2:11
  • 2 With Our Love 3:31
  • 3 The Good Thing 3:03
  • 4 Warning Sign 3:54
  • 5 The Girls Want to Be With the Girls 2:38
  • 6 Found a Job 4:59
  • 7 Artists Only 3:35
  • 8 I’m Not in Love 4:35
  • 9 Stay Hungry 2:40
  • 10 Take Me to the River 5:03
  • 11 The Big Country 5:32

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