Laurie Anderson, the pioneering American avant-garde artist, has announced an extensive solo tour across Europe for the summer of 2025. This tour marks her return to European stages following her 2023 “Let X=X” tour, which captivated audiences with its innovative blend of music, storytelling, and visual art.The news comes after years of speculation surrounding the possibility of Talking Heads reuniting for a full-scale tour. In interviews over the past decade, David Byrne has repeatedly downplayed any possibility of a reunion, citing personal reasons and the band’s creative direction as barriers. But with fans clamoring for a chance to witness their groundbreaking live performances once more, Byrne, Weymouth, Frantz, and Harrison have crafted a tour that highlights both their individual legacies and their shared history as a band.This isn’t a full-band reunion tour,” says David Byrne in a press release. “This is an opportunity for each of us to explore our personal creativity within the context of the Talking Heads legacy. We’re focusing on our shared influences, our past, and also looking toward the future. We’ve each spent years working on new projects and soundscapes, and this tour will be a reflection of where we are now while honoring the music that brought us together in the first place.”
The European leg of the tour will span across multiple countries, beginning in late May and continuing into August 2025. The cities selected for the tour reflect the global influence Talking Heads has had on the music scene, including stops in major cultural hubs like Paris, Berlin, London, Amsterdam, and Rome, as well as smaller venues in less-visited cities.
Each show promises to be a multimedia extravaganza that blends music with the signature art and conceptual style that Talking Heads helped pioneer. Known for their innovative approach to live performances, fans can expect a visual spectacle with cutting-edge technology, video projections, and dynamic lighting, similar to what the band experimented with in their famous Stop Making Sense tour in 1983.
“We want to bring people something truly immersive,” says Byrne. “This tour is about the total experience. We’re diving deep into the intersection of music, art, and technology to create something exciting and unexpected. We’re not just going to stand on stage and play our songs—we’re going to make sure the audience feels the music in a new way.”
Additionally, the band has teased that they will be performing some new material alongside their classic catalog, which is sure to be a treat for diehard fans. While details about the new music remain under wraps, rumors suggest that the band has been collaborating on a new album that may drop later in 2025.
A Legacy Revisited
Talking Heads’ influence on modern music is undeniable. With their genre-defying fusion of punk, funk, and new wave, the band redefined what popular music could be in the late 20th century. Albums like Speaking in Tongues, More Songs About Buildings and Food, and Little Creatures elevated Talking Heads into an entirely different realm, becoming a reference point for both mainstream and underground musicians alike.
Their live performances have always been regarded as some of the most electrifying and creative of their time. The Stop Making Sense concert film is still hailed as one of the greatest live music films ever made, and it’s clear that the band’s creative spirit hasn’t dimmed in the decades since their last major public performances.
As with any major reunion tour, the excitement of seeing the group back together has reignited a sense of nostalgia among older fans while introducing a new generation to their music. Many young listeners, whose familiarity with Talking Heads is primarily through streaming platforms, will finally have the opportunity to experience the band’s unparalleled chemistry live on stage.
Tour Dates and Ticket Information
Tickets for the Talking Heads Summer 2025 European Solo Tour will go on sale on February 10, 2025, through the official band website and major ticketing outlets. Given the group’s immense popularity and the limited number of dates, fans are advised to act quickly to secure their spot at what promises to be a historic event in the world of live music.
Here’s a preview of the confirmed dates for the Summer 2025 European Solo Tour:
- May 28, 2025 – London, UK – O2 Arena
- May 31, 2025 – Paris, France – Accor Arena
- June 4, 2025 – Berlin, Germany – Mercedes-Benz Arena
- June 9, 2025 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome
- June 13, 2025 – Rome, Italy – Stadio Olimpico
- June 17, 2025 – Madrid, Spain – WiZink Center
- July 2, 2025 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Royal Arena
- July 7, 2025 – Stockholm, Sweden – Friends Arena
This tour will undoubtedly go down in history as one of the most significant and anticipated events in modern rock music. Fans are counting down the days until they can experience Talking Heads live once more in what promises to be a celebration of past, present, and future sounds.
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