Talking Heads – More Songs About Buildings And Food (Pre-Owned Vinyl) Sire 1978

Product Description

Originally released in 1978, More Songs About Buildings and Food is the groundbreaking second studio album from Talking Heads and one of the defining recordings of the late-1970s new wave movement. Featuring the unforgettable cover of Al Green's "Take Me to the River," along with fan favorites "Thank You for Sending Me an Angel," "The Good Thing," "Found a Job," "Artists Only," and "The Big Country," the album captures the band's extraordinary blend of art rock, punk, funk, and infectious rhythms. With David Byrne's distinctive vocals, angular guitar work, and unconventional songwriting, Talking Heads created a sound that was unlike anything else emerging from the New York music scene.

Produced by Brian Eno and Talking Heads, the album marked the beginning of an influential creative partnership that helped reshape the band's musical direction. Featuring David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Chris Frantz, and Jerry Harrison, More Songs About Buildings and Food expanded upon the minimalist approach of their debut with richer textures, layered instrumentation, and increasingly adventurous arrangements. From the nervous energy of "Warning Sign" to the irresistible groove of "Take Me to the River," this landmark album remains an essential addition to any Talking Heads, new wave, post-punk, art rock, or vintage vinyl collection.

Key Collector Details

• Sire Records – Vinyl LP

• Catalog Number: SRK 6058

• Originally Released: July 1978

• 12-inch Vinyl LP, 33⅓ RPM, Stereo

• Second studio album from Talking Heads

• Features 11 original album tracks

• Includes "Take Me to the River," "Found a Job," "The Good Thing," and "The Big Country"

• Produced by Brian Eno and Talking Heads

• Recorded at Compass Point Studios in the Bahamas

• Features the classic four-member Talking Heads lineup

• Distinctive photomosaic album cover assembled from 529 Polaroid photographs

• Original U.S. copies were issued with a printed inner sleeve containing lyrics and credits

• Landmark recording in the development of new wave, post-punk, and art rock

  
  

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Track Listing

Side A

1. Thank You for Sending Me an Angel – 2:11

2. With Our Love – 3:30

3. The Good Thing – 3:03

4. Warning Sign – 3:55

5. The Girls Want to Be with the Girls – 2:37

6. Found a Job – 5:00

Side B

1. Artists Only – 3:34

2. I'm Not in Love – 4:33

3. Stay Hungry – 2:39

4. Take Me to the River – 5:00

5. The Big Country – 5:30