Takin a Walk: Jerry Harrison (Talking Heads) - Stop Making Sense 40th Anniversary SpecialEpisode DescriptionJoin host Buzz Knight for an exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation with Jerry Harrison, founding member and guitarist of the legendary Talking Heads, as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of “Stop Making Sense” - widely considered one of the greatest concert films and music documentaries ever made.In this intimate interview, Jerry reveals untold stories from the making of Jonathan Demme’s groundbreaking 1984 concert film, recorded during Talking Heads’ iconic performances at Hollywood’s Pantages Theatre. Discover insider secrets about David Byrne’s visionary staging, the band’s creative process, and what made this minimalist yet powerful performance so revolutionary.Jerry is currently touring with special 40th anniversary screenings of the restored 4K version, conducting exclusive Q&A sessions that offer fans rare insights into this masterpiece of concert cinematography and new wave music history.What You’ll Hear: • Behind-the-scenes stories from the Stop Making Sense filming • Jerry Harrison’s perspective on Talking Heads’ creative evolution • The impact and legacy of Jonathan Demme’s directorial vision • Exclusive anecdotes about David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, and Chris Frantz • How the film influenced concert documentation and music videos • Jerry’s current anniversary tour experiences and fan interactionsKeywords & Tags:Music: Talking Heads, Jerry Harrison, Stop Making Sense, David Byrne, New Wave, Art Rock, 1980s Music, Concert Film, Music DocumentaryAnniversary/Legacy: 40th Anniversary, Music History, Iconic Bands, Concert Cinema, Jonathan Demme, Pantages Theatre, 4K RestorationInterview/Podcast: Music Interview, Behind the Scenes, Exclusive Stories, Artist Stories, Rock History, Music LegendsGuest Bio:Jerry Harrison - Founding member, guitarist, and keyboardist of Talking Heads (1977-1991), one of the most influential bands of the new wave and art rock movements. Former member of The Modern Lovers with Jonathan Richman. Producer and solo artist who has worked with artists including Live, Crash Test Dummies, and General Public.Episode Highlights:🎬 Rare insights into the making of Stop Making Sense🎸 Stories from a founding member of Talking Heads📽️ 40th anniversary celebration and current touring stories🎵 Deep dive into one of music’s most influential concert films#TalkingHeads #StopMakingSense #JerryHarrison #ConcertFilm #NewWave #MusicHistory #40thAnniversary #BuzzKnight #TakinAWalk #MusicPodcast #RockHistory #ArtRock #JonathanDemme #MusicDocumentary
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