Talking Heads – Talking Heads: 77 (Vinyl LP)

Talking Heads – Talking Heads: 77 is the debut album by the New York band from the CBGB scene. Nervy, playful art rock and new wave with David Byrne's unmistakable vocals – featuring “Psycho Killer” (listed here as “Psychokiller”), “Uh-Oh, Love Comes To Town” and “Don't Worry About The Government”.

On offer is the 1978 German original pressing on Sire (26 445 XOT) with the printed original inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Sire – 26 445 XOT
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1978
• Genre: New Wave, Art Rock – more in New Wave
• Features: Original inner sleeve (OIS)

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Uh-Oh, Love Comes To Town (2:48)
2. New Feeling (3:09)
3. Tentative Decisions (3:04)
4. Happy Day (3:55)
5. Who Is It ? (1:41)
6. No Compassion (4:47)

Side B

1. The Book I Read (4:06)
2. Don't Worry About The Government (3:00)
3. First Week / Last Week...Carefree (3:19)
4. Psychokiller (4:19)
5. Pulled Up (4:29)

Personnel

David Byrne (Guitar, Vocals, Written-By), Tina Weymouth (Bass), Chris Frantz (Drums, Written-By), Jerry Harrison (Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals), Tony Bongiovi (Producer), Lance Quinn (Producer).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the 1978 German original pressing on Sire with the original inner sleeve.

Is “Psycho Killer” on the album?
Yes, the song is included – spelled “Psychokiller” on this edition.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our New Wave collection.