HeartByrne plays Talking Heads at Radio East

If you’ve ever wished you could step straight into the sweaty, joyful chaos of Stop Making Sense, HeartByrne at Radio East is as close as it gets without a time machine.

On June 6, 2026, this Austin-born tribute to Talking Heads and David Byrne turns Radio East into a full-blown new wave dance church. HeartByrne doesn’t just play the songs – they inhabit them, channeling the nervy art-rock energy, rubbery funk bass lines, and jittery rhythms that made Talking Heads one of the most inventive bands of all time.

• The Sound: Expect deep grooves, sharp guitars, and big sing-along choruses as the band tears through hits like “Psycho Killer,” “Burning Down the House,” “Once in a Lifetime,” and more cult favorites for the die-hards.
• The Vibe: Think art-school dance party meets sweaty rock show – you’ll see die-hard Byrne obsessives, casual fans, and people who just came to move their feet all crowded together on the floor.
• The Performance: HeartByrne builds on the spirit of Stop Making Sense, stretching out jams, switching up arrangements, and pushing the grooves into new territory while still honoring every quirky, angular hook you remember.
• The Band: What started as a casual “hoot night” has grown into a polished, must-see touring act stacked with some of Austin’s sharpest players, all clearly having way too much fun onstage.
• The Atmosphere: Radio East’s laid-back, intimate setting makes this feel less like a distant arena show and more like you’ve stumbled into the coolest underground party in town.

Whether you discovered Talking Heads on vinyl, in your parents’ collection, or through a streaming rabbit hole, this show is built for one thing: making you dance. Grab your friends, warm up those awkward David Byrne moves, and get ready to shout along to every chorus.

Suit optional. Big suit energy required.