“One knew in advance that life in New York would not be easy, but there were cheap rents in cold-water lofts without heat, and the excitement of being here made up for those hardships. I didn't move to New York to make a fortune.”

American musician and artist of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, best known for his work as the frontman of the influential new wave band Talking Heads. His music blends avant-garde experimentation with accessible pop sensibilities, while his solo work explores themes of alienation, creativity, and urban life through unconventional songwriting and production.