Talking Heads were one of the most innovative bands to emerge from the late 1970s New York art-rock scene. Led by David Byrne, the band blended punk, new wave, funk, and world music influences into a distinctive sound that helped reshape alternative music.
At Heathen Records, we stock a growing selection of Talking Heads vinyl records in Australia, including classic LP pressings and high-quality reissues. Whether you're rediscovering their groundbreaking albums or adding an essential new wave record to your collection, this page features the best Talking Heads LPs available on vinyl.
Talking Heads albums remain hugely popular with vinyl collectors thanks to their inventive production, striking artwork, and iconic songs like Psycho Killer, Once in a Lifetime, and This Must Be the Place. Records such as Remain in Light, Speaking in Tongues, and Stop Making Sense are widely regarded as some of the most influential albums of the new wave era.
Essential Talking Heads Albums on Vinyl
Talking Heads: 77 (1977) – The band’s debut album featuring the classic track Psycho Killer. Its mix of punk energy and art-rock experimentation helped establish Talking Heads as one of the most exciting bands of the late 1970s.
Remain in Light (1980) – Widely considered their masterpiece, this album blends funk rhythms, African influences, and experimental production. The track Once in a Lifetime remains one of the most recognisable songs of the era.
Speaking in Tongues (1983) – A more accessible and groove-driven record featuring the beloved song This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody).
Stop Making Sense (1984) – The legendary live album recorded during the band’s iconic concert film, widely regarded as one of the greatest live recordings in rock history.
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