Artist profile
Talking Heads
Talking Heads were an art rock and post-punk band formed in New York in the mid-1970s, known for their angular guitar work, neurotic vocals, and increasingly dance-oriented sound through the late 1970s and 1980s. Led by David Byrne, the group became central figures in the new wave and dance-punk movements, collaborating with producer Brian Eno on several landmark albums. Their music combined minimalist rhythms, funk influences, and art school experimentalism into a distinctive aesthetic that influenced generations of alternative and electronic musicians.
Sound profile
Talking Heads is a restrained with strong groove and a warm production — mostly instrumental artist.
Tracks in catalog
3 total · sortable
Track | BPM · Key | Actions |
|---|---|---|
 Once In A Lifetime - 2005 Remastered Talking Heads | 11910BD Major | |
 Burning Down The House - 2005 Remastered Talking Heads | 1037AD Minor | |
 This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody) Talking Heads | 1149BG Major |
Release volume by decade
Related artists
Top 15 by similarityDJs and producers whose tracks blend naturally with Talking Heads’s — similar scenes, adjacent production styles, overlapping audiences. Useful when you’re prepping a set around Talking Heads and need adjacent tracks that won’t feel out of place. Eligible names link to their own page.
FAQ
What BPM does Talking Heads play at?
Talking Heads's tracks in our catalog range from 103 to 119 BPM, with a median of 114 BPM. Across 3 tracks, the most common range falls in the 115–120 BPM bucket.
What key are Talking Heads's tracks in?
Talking Heads's tracks are mostly in major keys (33% minor across 3 tracks). The most common single key is 10B (D Major) with 1 track.
What artists mix well with Talking Heads?
Based on harmonic compatibility, tempo proximity and artist-cohort context, Talking Heads pairs well with David Byrne, Xtc, Tom Tom Club. The full list — with track counts in our catalog and similarity scores — is in the Related Artists section above.
When was Talking Heads most active?
Our catalog has Talking Heads releases spanning 1983 to 1984, with the most tracks from the 1980s.
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