David Byrne discusses his latest album, 'Who Is the Sky?'
NPR's Scott Simon talks to musician David Byrne about his latest album and tour, both titled "Who is the Sky."
www.npr.orgDavid Byrne has been in the news for new music and touring in 2025–2026, including announcements about his album Who Is the Sky? and a world tour. He released the lead single “Everybody Laughs” ahead of the album, with appearances by artists like Hayley Williams and St. Vincent, and confirmed a 13-person touring band. Additional coverage notes his first new album in several years, produced by Kid Harpoon, and ongoing discussions around the project and tour plans.[1][2]
Key takeaways
- New album and tour: Who Is the Sky? announced for release in 2025 with a North American kick-off and international dates, featuring collaborations with notable artists.[2][1]
- Lead single: “Everybody Laughs” released with an official video.[1]
- Context: This marks Byrne’s first studio project since 2018’s American Utopia, following a long-running live and multimedia career.[2][1]
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