David Byrne Announces New Solo Album, ‘Who Is the Sky?,’ Shares Lead Single, “Everybody Laughs,” And Plots World Tour

On Tuesday (June 10), David Byrne announced the details of his upcoming album, Who Is the Sky?, which is set to be released on September 5 via Matador Records. The former Talking Heads frontman worked with Grammy-winner producer Kid Harpoon (Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus) on the 13-track album, which features arrangements by New York-based ensemble Ghost Train Orchestra, and special guest appearances by St. Vincent, Paramore’s Hayley Williams, and The Smile’s Tom Skinner. Byrne also shared the project’s lead single, “Everybody Laughs,” alongside a music video directed by Gabriel Barcia-Colombo. Reflecting on the album’s themes, Byrne highlighted the balance of joy and melancholy in music, while emphasizing the power of holding opposing emotions simultaneously. Byrne has also planned a world tour with a 13-member band, including his American Utopia collaborators, with the North American leg beginning in September, followed by Australia & New Zealand shows in January 2026, and European & UK dates the following month. Tickets for the tour go on sale on Friday (June 13). (Variety)