"Byrne kicked off the 13-song performance with 'Everybody Laughs' from his latest solo LP, then moved into Talking Heads' 'And She Was' and his Brian Eno collab 'Strange Overtones.'"
"Following the latter track, Byrne said 'love and kindness are a form of resistance,' citing words from the actor and director John Cameron Mitchell."
"The rest of the set featured recent solo singles 'What Is the Reason for It?' and 'When We Are Singing' alongside more Talking Heads classics, including 'Psycho Killer' and 'Burning Down the House.'"
"Footage of anti-ICE and pro-Palestine protests was shown in the background to close out the performance, acknowledging the current sociopolitical climate."
David Byrne's performance at Coachella 2026 showcased his enduring talent at 73 years old. The set included songs from his new album, Who Is the Sky?, alongside Talking Heads classics. Byrne emphasized themes of love and kindness as resistance, referencing John Cameron Mitchell. The performance featured a mix of recent singles and iconic tracks, with visuals of protests highlighting the sociopolitical climate. The concert was part of his spring 2026 North American tour, promising another weekend performance at Coachella.
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