Like most of the world, you probably missed seeing Talking Heads play a show together before they broke up, and, furthermore, you (again, like the rest of the world) probably missed the Heads when they reunited in 2002. Now, I’m sure that this sad fact makes you tear up and wail like a banshee whenever you play your original pressing of Talking Heads ‘77, but on October 18 of this very year, you can partially remedy the situation by watching the new DVD of the Talking Heads, Chronology, and pretend that you’ve been a fan since 1977 and even got to watch one of the reunion shows.
The new DVD, put out by Eagle Rock Entertainment, features live performances from the early days all the way up to 2002, commentary from band members, and a 1978 interview with David Byrne where, if you look close enough, you can see Brian Eno moving Byrne around with puppet strings. Additionally, a super-mega-awesome-worth-the-extra-money-version will be available that includes a 48-page book of photos and a very cool essay originally published in 1979, written by the best writer in the history of rock music: Lester Bangs.
Once you buy the DVD, I recommend sending the kids outside, dimming the lights, putting on an oversized suit, burning down the house, doing a couple quick lines, and pretending it’s the 1980s all over again.
Chronology chapters:
01. Mic Test (1976)
02. With Our Love (1975)
03. I’m Not in Love (1975)
04. Psycho Killer (1975)
05. Intros Montage (1976)
06. The Girls Want to Be with the Girls (1976)
07. Don’t Worry About the Government (1978)
08. Dressing Room Fan Footage: Found a Job (1978)
09. Thank You for Sending Me an Angel (1978)
10. Warning Sign (1978)
11. Artists Only (1979)
12. Take Me to the River (1979)
13. Crosseyed and Painless (1980)
14. Animals (1980)
15. Love ? Building on Fire (1982)
16. Citie” (1982)
17. Burning Down the House (1983)
18. Life During Wartime (2002)
• Talking Heads: http://www.talking-heads.nl
• Eagle Rock: http://www.eagle-rock.com
