News Summary
David Byrne, the former frontman of Talking Heads, will perform at the Fox Theater in Detroit on October 25 as part of his 43-date North American tour. Tickets go on sale Friday, with presales starting Tuesday. Additionally, Byrne will release his new album ‘Who is the Sky?’ on September 5, marking his first album since 2018. The tour promises an engaging experience with a band of 13 musicians, singers, and dancers, featuring innovative performances and introspective songwriting that fans have come to appreciate.
Detroit to Host David Byrne’s Upcoming Concert
David Byrne, the former frontman of the iconic band Talking Heads, is scheduled to perform at the Fox Theater in Detroit on October 25. This concert is part of Byrne’s extensive 43-date North American tour, which will kick off on September 14 in Providence, Rhode Island.
Tickets for the highly anticipated Detroit show will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday through Ticketmaster. Fans eager to secure their seats can participate in presales beginning at 10 a.m. on Tuesday via laylo.com/davidbyrne.
New Album ‘Who is the Sky?’ Set for Release
Details About the Tour
The North American tour will conclude on December 6 in Miami. Along with Byrne, the tour will feature a band of 13 musicians, singers, and dancers, which includes members from the American Utopia Band. This will be Byrne’s return to Detroit since his last performance in the same city during the American Utopia tour, which took place in 2018. That year, Byrne also collaborated with talented students from the Detroit School of Arts to create a music video for the song ‘Everybody’s Coming to My House’.
Background Information
David Byrne, who gained global recognition as the lead singer and guitarist of Talking Heads, has had a profound impact on the music scene since the band’s inception in 1975. After the band’s breakup in 1991, Byrne went on to establish a successful solo career with various other artistic ventures, including film, theater, and visual art. His previous album, ‘American Utopia’, was notable for its innovative performances and introspective songwriting.
Byrne’s upcoming album and tour are highly anticipated by fans, who appreciate his unique blend of art and music. The combination of his classic hits and new material promises to deliver an engaging experience for those attending his shows. As Byrne prepares to hit the road again, concert-goers in Detroit and across North America can expect an unforgettable performance filled with creativity and insight.
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Additional Resources
- Detroit News: David Byrne Announces Detroit Concert
- Detroit Free Press: David Byrne Collaboration with Detroit Students
- MLive: David Byrne’s Huge Tour Announcement
- Rolling Stone: Detroit Teens Perform David Byrne’s Song
- Google Search: David Byrne Concert 2025

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