Jerry Harrison of Talking Heads

Lipps Service with Scott Lipps

In this episode, Scott interviews Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and new wave guitar legend Jerry Harrison about his storied musical journey. They discuss his musical beginnings and explore stories about how Jerry met Jonathan Richman, formed The Modern Lovers, and then went on to join Talking Heads. Jerry also discusses the New York City rock music scene in the '70s, and the development of punk rock. Along the way, the pair talk about the remastering process of Talking Heads’ legendary concert film, 'Stop Making Sense,' and how it feels to be reunited with the band after many years. Jerry also gives a glimpse into his work as a music producer. Finally, he shares some of his top 5’s, including his top 5 punk bands, and top 5 things he misses about NYC in the ‘70s. Tune in for an insightful and exciting conversation with Jerry Harrison. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to subscribe and share with your friends!

CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @ScottLipps

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @Robby_hoff

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY

0:00:24 – Start

0:02:35 – New York City in the ‘70s

0:04:15 – Warhol

0:05:30 – Jerry’s upbringing

0:07:40 – Beginning in music

0:10:20 – Jerry’s first band

0:12:10 – Meeting Jonathan Richman

0:14:35 – Influence of The Modern Lovers

0:17:58 – The Modern Lovers’ breakup

0:18:45 – Performing at Gram Parsons’ wake

0:21:15 – Meeting Miss Christine of GTO’s

0:26:20 – Joining Talking Heads

0:29:45 – “Psycho Killer”

0:31:31 – Being categorized as punk

0:34:15 – Ramones

0:37:30 – Getting a record deal

0:39:35 – Touring with Ramones

0:44:50 – Working with Brian Eno

0:47:28 – MTV

0:51:07 – Reuniting with Talking Heads in 2002

0:52:00 – Remastering Stop Making Sense

0:58:00 – Being together for the first time since 2002

1:00:30 – Production work

1:03:25 – Proudest moment

1:04:00 – Top 5 punk bands

1:04:25 – Top 5 things about NYC that Jerry misses

1:05:55 – Top 5 Talking Heads songs

1:07:35 – Most challenging thing about being in Talking Heads

1:08:45 – Dream supergroup

1:09:43 – Jonathan Richman memories

1:10:15 – Surprising influences

1:11:10 – Missed opportunities

1:14:20 – Favorite band Jerry has produced