David Byrne

David Byrne has taken his share of musical journeys in three decades, turning Talking Heads from egghead rockers into a funk orchestra, playing Latin music on Rei Momo and scoring films and a ballet. But opera? Byrne’s new release, “Grown Backwards” includes a piece from "La Traviata," sung in Latin, and a duet with Rufus Wainwright on a Georges Bizet piece sung in French. Yet the tracks are compelling, and play a key role in "Grown Backwards," Byrne's most melodic and accessible solo album. His current “My Backwards Life Tour” will feature the Tosca Strings (three violins, a viola and two cellos) and a rock and roll rhythm section with Byrne on guitar and vocals. He will perform a mix of old and new material.