New York Post — You’ve probably heard of cultural appropriation, but Benin-born singer Angélique Kidjo is about to do some re-appropriation on Friday night when she appears at Carnegie Hall. This unique performance will feature her all-new interpretation of Talki... more info

The Quietus — The director of Talking Heads' legendary concert film 'Stop Making Sense' and 'Silence Of The Lambs' has died aged 73. more info

Stereogum — Filmmaker Jonathan Demme died earlier today. Among his many accomplishments, one of his most beloved was the Talking Heads concert film Stop Making Sense, and David Byrne has shared a letter reflecting on his relationship and friendship with Demme. R... more info

New York Times — The director, who died on Wednesday at 73, was a self-described “fanatical rock ’n’ roller,” who worked with New Order, Talking Heads, Neil Young and others. more info

JamBase — A number of musicians who will join Angélique Kidjo in premiering her interpretation of 'Remain In Light' by Talking Heads have been revealed. more info

JamBase — Stream Mavis Staples and members of Arcade Fire covering “Slippery People” by Talking Heads at the Mavis Staples Tribute concert. more info

Stereogum — Three years ago, at a massive 75th-birthday all-star tribute concert in her Chicago hometown, the soul and gospel legend Mavis Staples covered the Talking Heads Speaking In Tongues classic "Slippery People." Win Butler and Règine Chassagne, Staples'... more info

JamBase — The latest pro-shot video from Jam Cruise 15 finds moe. loading the stage for "This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody)." more info

JamBase — Jamtronica act Lotus filled their Capitol Theatre debut with classic material, a few newer songs and a Talking Heads cover. more info

Nialler9 — Dubliner Dec Lennon has made his name as the DJ and producer Krystal Klear drawing from disco, boogie and funk music at various points in his career. His latest releases are particularly inspired by New York’s dance clubs of the early 80s and... more info