Talking Heads

More Songs About Buildings and Food

First released1978

More Songs About Buildings and Food, the second studio album by Talking Heads, was recorded in 1978 at the Record Plant in Los Angeles and produced by the band in collaboration with engineer Ed Stasium. The album marked a significant shift toward a more refined and accessible sound compared to their debut, with David Byrne's lyrics becoming more introspective while the band tightened their post-punk aesthetic. The recording sessions featured increased experimentation with studio techniques and arrangement, building on the band's growing confidence as songwriters and performers. The album was mastered and released by Sire Records in September 1978, establishing Talking Heads as important figures in the new wave movement and setting the stage for their later collaborations with producer Brian Eno.