Talking Heads and CBGB: From Art School to Punk Scene

Explore how Talking Heads first burst onto the New York punk stage opening for the Ramones at CBGB in June ’75, blending art‑school experimentation with raw punk energy. The episode traces their early releases, DIY ethos, evolving sound from Psycho Killer to more sophisticated new‑wave textures, and their role in bridging garage rock, funk, and the nascent punk culture.

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