David Byrne

frontman of the band Talking Heads

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David Byrne’s show “American Utopia” debuted on Broadway to rave reviews a year ago.

David Byrne on ‘American Utopia,’ human connections, and political social movements

David Byrne’s show “American Utopia” debuted on Broadway to rave reviews a year ago.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

David Byrne’s show “American Utopia” debuted on Broadway to rave reviews a year ago.

David Byrne on ‘American Utopia,’ human connections, and political social movements

David Byrne’s show “American Utopia” debuted on Broadway to rave reviews a year ago.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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