Talking Heads - More Songs About Buildings and Food [180g LP]

Album Overview

Talking Heads expanded their sound with More Songs About Buildings and Food, the band’s second studio album. Originally released in 1978, the record marked the beginning of their influential collaboration with producer Brian Eno, bringing a stronger emphasis on rhythm, texture, and groove to the group’s distinctive new wave and art rock sound.

The album includes early favorites such as “Thank You for Sending Me an Angel,” “Warning Sign,” “Found a Job,” and “The Big Country,” along with Talking Heads’ celebrated interpretation of Al Green’s “Take Me to the River.” Tina Weymouth and Chris Frantz provide a tightly locked rhythm section while Jerry Harrison’s keyboards and David Byrne’s angular guitar and vocals help push the band toward a more layered and dance-oriented approach.

Produced by Brian Eno and Talking Heads, More Songs About Buildings and Food established many of the rhythmic and experimental ideas the band would continue developing across Fear of Music and Remain in Light. The album was recorded at Compass Point Studios in the Bahamas and mixed with additional work in New York.

This 2013 U.S. reissue presents the complete 11-track studio album on 180-gram black vinyl through Sire Records and Rhino Records. The edition was remastered and cut at Bernie Grundman Mastering.

Why You’ll Love It

If you enjoy Talking Heads at the point where their early new wave sound began opening into funkier rhythms and more adventurous production, More Songs About Buildings and Food is an essential part of the band’s catalog. From the restless energy of “Found a Job” and “Warning Sign” to the groove-driven “Take Me to the River,” the album captures the beginning of the creative partnership between Talking Heads and Brian Eno while this 180-gram pressing offers a heavyweight vinyl presentation of the complete original album.

Album Highlights

• 2013 U.S. 180-gram vinyl reissue
• Remastered edition cut at Bernie Grundman Mastering
• Originally released in 1978 as Talking Heads’ second studio album
• Features the acclaimed cover of “Take Me to the River”
• Includes “Found a Job,” “Warning Sign,” and “The Big Country”
• Marks the beginning of Talking Heads’ collaboration with Brian Eno
• Produced by Brian Eno and Talking Heads
• Released through Sire Records and Rhino Records

Track Listing

Side A
1. Thank You for Sending Me an Angel
2. With Our Love
3. The Good Thing
4. Warning Sign
5. The Girls Want to Be With the Girls
6. Found a Job

Side B
1. Artists Only
2. I’m Not in Love
3. Stay Hungry
4. Take Me to the River
5. The Big Country

Format Details

Artist: Talking Heads
Title: More Songs About Buildings and Food
Format: Vinyl LP
Edition: 180g U.S. Reissue / Remaster
Release Type: Studio Album / Reissue
Vinyl Color: Black
Vinyl Weight: 180g
Original Album Year: 1978
Physical Release Year: 2013
Label: Sire Records / Rhino Records
Catalog Number: R1 6058
Country: United States
Release Date: November 5, 2013
UPC: 081227963583

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