Talking Heads - Chicago August 28, 1978 [180g LP]
Talking Heads - Chicago August 28, 1978 [180g LP]
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Album Overview
Talking Heads capture the nervous energy and tightly wound rhythms of their early live sound on Chicago August 28, 1978, an unofficial release documenting a performance at Park West in Chicago. Recorded during the More Songs About Buildings and Food era, the set finds David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison, and Tina Weymouth drawing heavily from the band’s first two studio albums.
The 14-track performance opens with “The Big Country” and moves through early favorites including “Warning Sign,” “The Book I Read,” “Artists Only,” “Don’t Worry About the Government,” and “The Good Thing.” Side two includes “Uh-Oh, Love Comes to Town,” “New Feeling,” “Psycho Killer,” “Thank You for Sending Me an Angel,” and the band’s interpretation of “Take Me to the River.”
The performance took place at Park West in Chicago on August 28, 1978, shortly after the release of More Songs About Buildings and Food. The recording captures Talking Heads at a pivotal point as the stripped-down new wave sound of their debut began expanding into the more rhythmic and experimental approach that would define the band’s next several albums.
This 2015 European pressing presents the complete 14-track live recording on 180-gram black vinyl. Released by DOL, this edition is an unofficial release rather than an authorized Talking Heads or Sire Records issue.
Why You’ll Love It
If you enjoy the earliest era of Talking Heads, Chicago August 28, 1978 offers a raw snapshot of the band in performance during the transition between Talking Heads: 77 and More Songs About Buildings and Food. The set combines familiar early songs with the urgency of the band’s live sound, while the heavyweight vinyl pressing gives collectors a physical edition of this historic 1978 performance.
Album Highlights
- 2015 European unofficial live release
- Pressed on 180-gram black vinyl
- Recorded at Park West in Chicago on August 28, 1978
- Features 14 performances from Talking Heads’ early career
- Includes “Psycho Killer,” “Warning Sign,” and “The Big Country”
- Features “Take Me to the River,” “New Feeling,” and “Thank You for Sending Me an Angel”
- Captures material from the Talking Heads: 77 and More Songs About Buildings and Food eras
- Released by DOL
Track Listing
Side A
1. The Big Country
2. Warning Sign
3. The Book I Read
4. Stay Hungry
5. Artists Only
6. The Girls Want to Be With the Girls
7. Don’t Worry About the Government
Side B
1. The Good Thing
2. Uh-Oh, Love Comes to Town
3. Love → Building on Fire
4. New Feeling
5. Psycho Killer
6. Thank You for Sending Me an Angel
7. Take Me to the River
Format Details
Artist: Talking Heads
Title: Chicago August 28, 1978
Format: Vinyl LP
Edition: European Import / 180g Vinyl
Release Type: Live Album
Release Status: Unofficial Release
Vinyl Color: Black
Vinyl Weight: 180g
Performance Date: August 28, 1978
Physical Release Year: 2015
Label: DOL
Catalog Number: DOR2001H
Manufactured In: Europe
Release Date: April 26, 2015
UPC: 889397520014
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