David Byrne, Guest Host on ‘SiriusXMU Old School,’ Reveals His Top Indie Picks

David Byrne, the iconic singer of Talking Heads and successful solo artist, will be making a special appearance as a guest host on “SiriusXMU Old School” on SiriusXMU (Ch. 35) over the Labor Day weekend to showcase his favorite classic indie tracks.

During the upcoming episode, Byrne will share an eclectic mix of songs that have influenced him over the years, including standout tracks like Television’s “See No Evil,” Robyn’s “Dancing On My Own,” and Arcade Fire’s “Sprawl II,” among others. Fans can tune in to catch the premiere of Byrne’s episode of “SiriusXMU Old School” this Sunday, August 31st, at 9pm ET, with multiple re-airings scheduled throughout the week. For those unable to catch the show live, the episode will be available for streaming anytime on the SiriusXM app following its debut.

This special guest appearance is part of SiriusXMU’s 15-year anniversary celebration of “SiriusXMU Old School,” a show typically hosted by Jenny Eliscu, that has featured indie artists taking the reins as guest hosts. Notable musicians such as Stephen Malkmus, Sleater-Kinney, Conor Oberst, Sharon Van Etten, Tunde Adebimpe, and Waxahatchee have all curated episodes for the program, providing listeners with unique insights into their musical influences and personal favorites. Previous episodes can be streamed on the SiriusXM app for those interested in exploring more.

In addition to his guest-hosting duties, Byrne is gearing up for the release of his newest album, “Who Is the Sky?” set to drop on September 5th. This forthcoming album marks Byrne’s first release since 2018’s “American Utopia” and features a collection of 12 tracks, including the track “Everybody Laughs,” which was recently unveiled as a single. To support the album’s release, Byrne will be embarking on a world tour commencing on September 14 at Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence, Rhode Island.

Music enthusiasts and fans of indie rock can look forward to an exciting and insightful episode of “SiriusXMU Old School” featuring David Byrne as he takes listeners on a sonic journey through his favorite classic indie tracks. Be sure to tune in to discover Byrne’s musical influences and get a sneak peek into his creative process as he shares his cherished songs with a global audience.