The highly anticipated Super Deluxe Edition of More Songs About Buildings and Food, the iconic second album by Talking Heads, is set to be released, featuring a wealth of studio outtakes and live recordings that capture the essence of the band’s creative journey during that era. This deluxe package promises to be a treasure trove for fans and collectors alike, showcasing the band’s evolution in sound and artistry.

This comprehensive set, which comprises three CDs and one Blu-ray, is scheduled to hit the shelves on July 25. It represents the first collaboration between Talking Heads and the legendary producer Brian Eno, a partnership that would significantly shape the sound of their subsequent albums, including the groundbreaking Remain in Light.

Originally released in 1978, this album also marks a significant milestone as Talking Heads achieved their first entry into the Top 40 with their memorable cover of Al Green’s “Take Me to the River,” which impressively climbed to No. 26 on the charts. This track exemplifies the band’s unique ability to blend various musical influences, paving the way for their future successes.

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The upcoming reissue is packed with exclusive content, including a disc filled with rare tracks, most of which have never been released before. These include alternative versions of all 11 songs from the original album. Among these gems, you can listen to “Found a Job,” which is showcased in the new set, highlighting the band’s innovative approach to music-making.

More Songs About Buildings and Food signifies a pivotal shift for the New York City quartet, as they transitioned from the angular new wave art-rock style of their debut album, Talking Heads: 77, towards a sound that is more rhythmically engaging and soulful. This evolution laid the groundwork for the diverse musical explorations they would undertake in the years to follow.

Explore the Exciting Features of Talking Heads’ ‘More Songs About Buildings and Food’ Reissue

The expanded reissue not only includes a remastered version of the original album, but it also boasts a CD filled with studio rarities, a recording of a live concert from New York’s Entermedia Theater on August 10, 1978, and a Blu-ray featuring high-resolution audio, surround sound, and Atmos mixes of the album. Additionally, it contains captivating video footage from the New York concert as well as a performance at Berkeley from the same year, enriching the listener’s experience.

Below, you can find the detailed track listing for the Super Deluxe Edition of Talking Heads‘ More Songs About Buildings and Food, which showcases the breadth of their musical catalog.

Complete Track Listing for Talking Heads, ‘More Songs About Buildings and Food (Super Deluxe Edition)’
CD One: Original Album (2025 Remaster)
“Thank You For Sending Me An Angel”
“With Our Love”
“The Good Thing”
“Warning Sign”
“The Girls Want To Be With The Girls”
“Found A Job”
“Artists Only”
“I’m Not In Love”
“Stay Hungry”
“Take Me To The River”
“The Big Country”

CD Two: Rarities Collection
“Thank You For Sending Me An Angel” (Alternate Version)
“With Our Love” (Alternate Version)
“Found A Job” (Alternate Version)
“The Good Thing” (Alternate Version)
“Warning Sign” (Alternate Version)
“Electricity” (Instrumental)
“The Girls Want To Be With The Girls” (Alternate Version)
“I’m Not In Love” (Alternate Version)
“Artists Only” (Alternate Version)
“The Big Country” (Alternate Version)
“Thank You For Sending Me An Angel” (“Country Angel” Version)

CD Three: Live At Entermedia Theater, New York, NY (August 10, 1978)
“No Compassion”
“Warning Sign”
“The Book I Read”
“Stay Hungry”
“Artists Only”
“The Girls Want To Be With The Girls”
“Uh-Oh, Love Comes To Town”
“With Our Love”
“Love Goes To A Building On Fire”
“Don’t Worry About The Government”
“The Good Thing”
“Electricity”
“The Big Country”
“New Feeling”
“Pulled Up”
“Psycho Killer”
“Take Me To The River”
“Found A Job”
“Thank You For Sending Me An Angel”

Blu-Ray Features
Audio: High-Resolution Stereo, 5.1 Surround & Atmos Mix of Original Album (2025 Remaster)

Video Content: Live Concert Footage
Recorded Live at Entermedia Theater, 1978
“Uh-Oh, Love Comes To Town”
“The Girls Want To Be With The Girls”
“The Good Thing”
“Take Me To The River”
“Found A Job”
“Thank You For Sending Me An Angel”

Live Concert At Sproul Plaza (Berkeley), 1978
“The Big Country”
“Warning Sign”
“The Book I Read”
“Stay Hungry”
“Artists Only”
“The Girls Want To Be With The Girls”
“The Good Thing”
“Uh-Oh, Love Comes To Town”
“Psycho Killer”
“I’m Not In Love”
“Pulled Up”