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Talking Heads - Stop Making Sense
December 13 - 16, 1983 Pantages Theatre - Los Angeles, Ca USA
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Stop Making Sense, Just Enjoy the Sonic Mind Slide
by R. Dale Roth 2024-02-14

Close your eyes, and let's transport ourselves to the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles, December 13-16, 1983.
The Talking Heads, in the prime of their musical odyssey, took center stage, beginning with creative genius David Byrne, with just his guitar & old school boom box on the stage, started the a phenominal sonic mind slide that many regard as the best live concert film of all time.

In the heart of the '80s music scene, the Pantages Theatre emerged as the canvas for an audio-visual spectacle. The audience, a mix of new wave enthusiasts and curious minds, gathered under the glittering lights, embodying the spirit of an era eager for artistic exploration.

From the first chords of Psycho Killer to the rhythmic groove of Genius of Love featuring Tom Tom Club, each night was a carefully curated voyage through the Talking Heads' eclectic repertoire. The setlist, a sonic time capsule, embraced hits like Burning Down the House and Once in a Lifetime, weaving a musical narrative that resonated with the era's longing for innovation.

The stage setup was refreshingly simple, yet captivating. David Byrne's oversized suit became an iconic symbol of the '80s, and the evolving stage design added an element of surprise. The lighting, a dance partner to the music, heightened the concert's immersive nature, captivating the audience in a retro enchantment.

In an age before auto-tune ruled the airwaves, the Pantages Theatre witnessed a technical marvel. Impeccable sound engineering ensured the purity of each note, emphasizing the live, unfiltered essence of the Talking Heads. The result? An auditory journey that resonated with the audience and left an indelible mark on the concert film landscape.

Beyond the melodies, these performances echoed the cultural zeitgeist. Stop Making Sense wasn't just a concert; it was a statement, a testament to the Talking Heads' role as pioneers of a sonic revolution. The concert film, now hailed as the epitome of its genre, stands as a bridge between the '80s and the timeless pursuit of musical innovation.

As the curtain fell on those December nights, the legacy lives on in this time capsule of a film. Stop Making Sense at the Pantages Theatre wasn't merely a snapshot of a tour; it was a chapter in the unfolding story of music. The echoes of '83 resonate today, an invitation to revisit an era where the Talking Heads dared to make sense in the most extraordinary way.

Setlist:

1. Psycho Killer
2. Heaven
3. Thank You for Sending Me an Angel
4. Found a Job
5. Slippery People
6. Burning Down the House
7. Life During Wartime
8. Making Flippy Floppppy
9. Swamp
10. What a Day That Was
11. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
12. Once in a Lifetime
13. Genius of Love
14. Girlfriend is Better
15. Take Me to the River
16. Crosseyed and Painless

Featuring: Talking Heads

David Byrne – lead vocals, guitar
Tina Weymouth – bass, keyboard bass, guitar, lead vocals for "Genius of Love"
Chris Frantz – drums, vocals for "Genius of Love" and "Burning Down the House"
Jerry Harrison – guitar, keyboards, backing vocals

Additional Musicians:

Steve Scales – percussion, backing vocals
Alex Weir – guitar, backing vocals
Bernie Worrell – keyboards