Talking Heads fans, get ready for a nostalgic treat! On November 8, Talking Heads: 77 will see a Super Deluxe Edition reissue, packed with rare and previously unheard gems. This iconic 1977 debut album, which defined the band’s sound, now returns in a grand 4xLP box set format. The reissue includes the remastered original album, 13 unreleased demos and outtakes, and a thrilling live set recorded at CBGB on October 10, 1977. For fans of the band and music historians alike, this live performance offers a glimpse into the raw energy and creativity that sparked Talking Heads’ ascent in New York’s punk scene.
One of the standout tracks on the rarities disc is a special acoustic version of the band’s signature song, “Psycho Killer,” featuring cellist and singer-songwriter Arthur Russell. Known for his eclectic music career, from his spacey album World of Echo to disco tracks under the moniker Dinosaur L, Russell’s collaboration adds a unique folk-rock twist to the familiar song. As frontman David Byrne shares, “I always saw ‘Psycho Killer’ as a more intimate folk rock thing, rather than the rock version that became popular.” Byrne’s fondness for this acoustic version, combined with the haunting presence of Russell’s cello, makes it a must-listen for any Talking Heads fan.
The Super Deluxe Edition also comes in an actual lidded box with four 7-inch singles and a beautifully curated 80-page hardcover book. This collector’s item features band photos, artwork, flyers, and liner notes by each band member, along with recording engineer Ed Stasium, offering a deep dive into the band’s early creative process.
Whether you’re discovering Talking Heads for the first time or a longtime fan, this reissue is a goldmine of previously hidden treasures and a true celebration of one of the most influential albums in music history.
TRACKLIST:
DISC 1:
01 “Uh-Oh, Love Comes To Town”
02 “New Feeling”
03 “Tentative Decisions”
04 “Happy Day”
05 “Who Is It?”
06 “No Compassion”
07 “The Book I Read”
08 “Don’t Worry About The Government”
09 “First Week/Last Week… Carefree”
10 “Psycho Killer”
11 “Pulled Up”
DISC 2:
01 “Sugar On My Tongue”
02 “I Want To Live”
03 “(Love Goes To) Building On Fire”
04 “I Wish You Wouldn’t Say That”
05 “Psycho Killer (Acoustic Version)”
06 “Uh-Oh Love Comes to Town (Alternate “Pop” Version)”
07 “New Feeling (Alternate “Pop” Version)”
08 “Pulled Up (Alternate “Pop” Version)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
09 “Stay Hungry (1977 Version)”
10 “First Week/Last Week… Carefree (Acoustic Version)”
11 “I Feel It In My Heart”
12 “Psycho Killer (Alternate Version)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
DISC 3 & 4:
01 “(Love Goes To) Building On Fire (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
02 “Don’t Worry About the Government (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
03 “Take Me To The River (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
04 “The Book I Read (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
05 “New Feeling (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
06 “A Clean Break (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
07 “No Compassion (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
08 “Thank You For Sending Me An Angel (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
09 “Who Is It? (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
10 “Pulled Up (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
11 “Uh-Oh Love Comes to Town (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
12 “Psycho Killer (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)
13 “Stay Hungry (Live at CBGB’s, New York, New York, 10/10/77)” (PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED)