David Byrne
Appearances: 5Shows: 4Latest: Oct 28, 2026
Latest appearance: Oct 28, 2026 on The Daily Show →
David Byrne is a musician, songwriter, and artist known for his work as the frontman of the band Talking Heads. He is also recognized for his solo projects and collaborations across music, film, and theater.
All appearances
The Daily Show (1)
Interview
David Byrne on Rediscovering the Wisdom of the Past | The Daily Show
David Byrne discusses his book and its wide-ranging exploration of culture, art, Kafka, Melville, lichens, and scientific research. He also reflects on rediscovering older ideas and the wisdom that can emerge from revisiting the past.
Late Night with Seth Meyers (1)
- Sleeping Beauties · View book →
Interview
David Byrne Reveals How He Got into Elon Musk's Head to Write His Song for the Documentary Musk
David Byrne discusses his book Sleeping Beauties, using Roman concrete and Botticelli to show how valuable ideas and art can disappear before being rediscovered. He also reflects on career ups and downs and explains how he built lyrics for the documentary Musk from Elon Musk’s own quotations rather than writing a personal editorial.
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (2)
Musical Performance
"Burning Down The House" - David Byrne feat. Stephen Colbert (LIVE on The Late Show)
David Byrne performs “Burning Down the House” with Stephen Colbert on The Late Show.
David Byrne performs “When We Are Singing” from Who Is the Sky and discusses the album’s tour, including concert footage of ICE raids. He also previews the immersive Theater of the Mind and reflects on his friendship with John Mulaney.
Interview
Why David Byrne Shows Footage Of ICE Raids When Playing "Life During Wartime" In Concert
David Byrne discusses the Who Is the Sky Tour, including the decision to pair “Life During Wartime” with footage of ICE raids and the show’s colorful visual concept. He also previews the immersive Theater of the Mind at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre and reflects on his friendship with John Mulaney.
Musical Performance
"When We Are Singing" - David Byrne (LIVE on The Late Show)
David Byrne performs “When We Are Singing” from the album Who Is the Sky on The Late Show.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (1)
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