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Little Creatures

by Talking Heads

Released: June 10, 1985

New wave, pop rock, roots rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Genre Shift.

The Album

"Little Creatures" stands as the sixth studio album from the pioneering American rock band Talking Heads, hitting the shelves on June 10, 1985, courtesy of Sire Records. This album marks a departure from the band's previous works, delving into themes of Americana while infusing elements of country music, notably featuring steel guitar throughout many tracks. The album's cover art, created by outsider artist Howard Finster, further contributes to its allure, earning recognition as album cover of the year by Rolling Stone magazine.

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With its catchy melodies, introspective lyrics, and unique…

With its catchy melodies, introspective lyrics, and unique blend of musical influences, "Little Creatures" continues to captivate audiences, solidifying its place as a classic in the Talking Heads' illustrious discography.

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Reception

Notably, it remains the band's best-selling studio album, with over two million copies sold in the United States alone. Celebrated for its innovation and exploration of new sonic territories, "Little Creatures" was acclaimed by critics and fans alike, earning the prestigious title of album of the year in The Village Voice Pazz & Jop critics poll.

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Celebrated for its innovation and exploration of new sonic territories, "Little Creatures" was acclaimed by critics and fans alike, earning the prestigious title of album of the year in The Village Voice Pazz & Jop critics poll. Notably, it remains the band's best-selling studio album, with over two million copies sold in the United States alone.

The album's cover art, created by outsider artist Howard Finster, further contributes to its allure, earning recognition as album cover of the year by Rolling Stone magazine. With its catchy melodies, introspective lyrics, and unique blend of musical influences, "Little Creatures" continues to captivate audiences, solidifying its place as a classic in the Talking Heads' illustrious discography.