1996 release featuring 3/4 of the Talking Heads, without David Byrne. Guests vocalists include Michael Hutchence, Debbie Harry, Shawn Ryder, Gavin Friday, Richard Hell, Maria McKee, Gordan Gano, Ed Kowalczyk, Andy Partridg... more »e, & Johnette Napolitano. MCA.« less
1996 release featuring 3/4 of the Talking Heads, without David Byrne. Guests vocalists include Michael Hutchence, Debbie Harry, Shawn Ryder, Gavin Friday, Richard Hell, Maria McKee, Gordan Gano, Ed Kowalczyk, Andy Partridge, & Johnette Napolitano. MCA.
"This is an excellent CD. Collaboration with a number of vocalists adds an unexpected variety and livliness. The Heads reminisce about the old days when they were four and Talking, but they have most definitely moved on to compelling new ground."
I still listen to it regularly
April DeBaecke | 08/22/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I bought this album nearly three years ago, and I find I still listen to it. The only other talking heads album I can say that about is "speaking in tongues", and frankly, this is better. I loved the Talking Heads, but now I want more Head! No kidding, I hope they make another album, 'cause I'd buy it in a heartbeat."
A good, solid album
April DeBaecke | 08/24/1998
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Hopefully the Talking Heads ex-Byrne had no intention of making a Talking Heads album, because this bears no resemblance to one. It is, however, a very solid album containing some strong songs. The list of guest vocalists reads like a who's who: Johnette Napolitano, Michael Hutchence, Debbie Harry, Andy Partridge, and Gavin Friday among others. In many cases these guests contributed the lyrics as well as their voices. This disc stands up well to repeated listenings."
Edgy
April DeBaecke | 11/11/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is an edgy album not typical of other Talking Heads material. There are several songs not recommended for young ears. I am a surgeon and enjoy taking music to the OR with me. I considered taking this but balked because I was afraid some of the lyrics would offend sensitive ears. Otherwise, this is an excellent choice."
Not Talking Heads, but so what?
April DeBaecke | 07/03/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"No, this is not Talking Heads without Byrne. And I love Talking Heads and Byrne's solo efforts. But there is something very solid and appealing about this interesting CD. In fact, I'm listening to it right now, and it makes a regular appearance in my CD 6-pack.My only question: will they make another?"