Watch: David Byrne Performs on "Saturday Night Live" with "American Utopia"

Journal

Browse by:
Year
Browse by:
Publish date (field_publish_date)
Publish date (field_publish_date)
Submitted by nonesuch on
Article Type
Artist News
Television
Video
Related Artists / Albums
David Byrne
Publish date
Excerpt

David Byrne was the musical guest on Saturday Night Live on NBC this weekend, with host John Mulaney. Byrne performed Talking Heads' "Once in a Lifetime" and his 2008 tune with Fatboy Slim, "Toe Jam," two songs featured in David Byrne's American Utopia on Broadway, with musicians from that production. He also helps Mulaney steer Pete Davidson clear of La Guardia Airport sushi. You can watch all of the above along with a web-exclusive interview about his previous appearances on SNL here.

Copy

David Byrne was the musical guest on Saturday Night Live on NBC this weekend, with host John Mulaney. Byrne performed Talking Heads' "Once in a Lifetime" and his 2008 tune with Fatboy Slim, "Toe Jam," two songs featured in David Byrne's American Utopia on Broadway, with musicians from that production. He also helps Mulaney steer Pete Davidson clear of La Guardia Airport sushi. You can watch all of the above along with a web-exclusive interview about his previous appearances on SNL below.

David Byrne's American Utopia returns to Broadway’s intimate Hudson Theatre for a second run this September 18 through January 17, 2021. The cast album is available here via Nonesuch Records. Spike Lee’s film of the production will be released later this year.

The Broadway production features David Byrne with Jacquelene Acevedo, Gustavo Di Dalva, Daniel Freedman, Chris Giarmo, Tim Keiper, Tendayi Kuumba, Karl Mansfield, Mauro Refosco, Stéphane San Juan, Angie Swan, and Bobby Wooten III. Choreography is by Annie-B Parson, with Tony-nominated Alex Timbers serving as production consultant. The design team includes Rob Sinclair (lighting) and Pete Keppler (sound). Karl Mansfield and Mauro Refosco are Musical Directors.

featuredimage
David Byrne, American Utopia: "Saturday Night Live," February 29, 2020
Featured Image Width
Check if featured image needs to be spanned the entire width
  • Sunday, March 1, 2020
    Watch: David Byrne Performs on "Saturday Night Live" with "American Utopia"
    Mary Ellen Matthews / SNL

    David Byrne was the musical guest on Saturday Night Live on NBC this weekend, with host John Mulaney. Byrne performed Talking Heads' "Once in a Lifetime" and his 2008 tune with Fatboy Slim, "Toe Jam," two songs featured in David Byrne's American Utopia on Broadway, with musicians from that production. He also helps Mulaney steer Pete Davidson clear of La Guardia Airport sushi. You can watch all of the above along with a web-exclusive interview about his previous appearances on SNL below.

    David Byrne's American Utopia returns to Broadway’s intimate Hudson Theatre for a second run this September 18 through January 17, 2021. The cast album is available here via Nonesuch Records. Spike Lee’s film of the production will be released later this year.

    The Broadway production features David Byrne with Jacquelene Acevedo, Gustavo Di Dalva, Daniel Freedman, Chris Giarmo, Tim Keiper, Tendayi Kuumba, Karl Mansfield, Mauro Refosco, Stéphane San Juan, Angie Swan, and Bobby Wooten III. Choreography is by Annie-B Parson, with Tony-nominated Alex Timbers serving as production consultant. The design team includes Rob Sinclair (lighting) and Pete Keppler (sound). Karl Mansfield and Mauro Refosco are Musical Directors.

    Journal Articles:Artist NewsTelevisionVideo
    Check if featured image needs to be spanned the entire width
    David Byrne

Enjoy This Post?

Get weekly updates right in your inbox.
terms

X By submitting my information, I agree to receive personalized updates and marketing messages about Nonesuch based on my information, interests, activities, website visits and device data and in accordance with the Privacy Policy. I understand that I can opt-out at any time by emailing privacypolicy@wmg.com.

Thank you!
x

Welcome to Nonesuch's mailing list!

Customize your notifications for tour dates near your hometown, birthday wishes, or special discounts in our online store!
terms

By submitting my information, I agree to receive personalized updates and marketing messages about Nonesuch based on my information, interests, activities, website visits and device data and in accordance with the Privacy Policy. I understand that I can opt-out at any time by emailing privacypolicy@wmg.com.

Related Posts

  • Friday, November 1, 2024
    Friday, November 1, 2024
    Listen: The Black Keys, Beck Join Forces on New Song, "I'm With the Band," From "Ohio Players (Trophy Edition)"

    The Black Keys have released a new song, “I’m With The Band,” written with and featuring Beck, from the upcoming Ohio Players (Trophy Edition). It's the third song from that expanded version of the band's latest album on which Beck sings and which he co-wrote with The Black Keys, including the original Ohio Players tracks “Paper Crown,” featuring Juicy J, and “Beautiful People (Stay High).” The Black Keys have added new tour dates at festival in Monterrey, Mexico, and Tempe, AZ, in early 2025.

    Read more
    Journal Topics: Artist News
  • Friday, October 25, 2024
    Friday, October 25, 2024
    Caroline Shaw's Original Score for 'LEONARDO da VINCI,' a New Film from Ken Burns, Out Now

    The original score for Ken Burns’s new two-part documentary, LEONARDO da VINCI, with new compositions by Caroline Shaw, is out now; the documentary airs on November 18 and 19 at 8pm ET on PBS. The album features performances by the composer’s longtime collaborators Attacca Quartet, Sō Percussion, and Roomful of Teeth as well as John Patitucci. Shaw wrote and recorded new music for LEONARDO da VINCI, marking the first time a Ken Burns film has featured an entirely original score. Also out today is a music video for the album track "The Mona Lisa," which can be seen here.

    Read more
    Journal Topics: Album ReleaseArtist NewsTelevisionVideo
View All