BBC - 6 Music Celebrates David Byrne

David Byrne - "Am I Better Than an Algorithm?"

Watch an animated David Byrne talk curation as 6 Music celebrates his work.

Talking Heads frontman David Byrne is in the United Kingdom to curate the Southbank Centre's Meltdown Festival.

Join us as we celebrate the musical works and influence of David, with a selection of specials from the 21 - 24 August.

Lauren Laverne with David Byrne
Friday 21 August, 10:00 - Lauren presents her show live from the Southbank Centre, London and is joined by David as he curates this year's 22nd Meltdown Festival.
Words and Music with Gilles Peterson and David Byrne
Saturday 22 August, 15:00 - Gilles Peterson talks to the musician and record producer about his life in music.
The First Time With...
Sunday 23 August, 04:00 - Another chance to hear David speak to Matt Everitt about the pivotal musical moments in his life.
Burning Down the House: The Talking Heads Story
Sunday 23 August, 13:00 - Stuart Maconie charts the history of Talking Heads, from their New York punk beginnings to becoming one of the most influential bands of the last three decades.
The David Byrne Show
Sunday 23 August, 16:00 - In concluding our celebration of David Byrne, we handed over the radio reins to the man himself. Recorded recently in his home city of New York, David selected his personal music favourites from around the globe.

Hear our David Byrne Playlist on BBC Music featuring tracks from his career plus collaborators, influences and influencers all chosen by 6 Music presenters.