David Byrne, St. Vincent - Weekend in the Dust Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When was 'Weekend in the Dust' released?

   'Weekend in the Dust' was made available for streaming on July 30, 2012, ahead of the release of the album 'Love This Giant' on September 10, 2012, in the UK and September 11, 2012, in the US.

2. Who are the artists behind 'Weekend in the Dust'?

   'Weekend in the Dust' is a collaboration between David Byrne and St. Vincent (Annie Clark). It features on their joint album 'Love This Giant'.

3. What is unique about 'Weekend in the Dust' in terms of instrumentation?

   'Weekend in the Dust' prominently features brass instrumentation. This choice of instruments was a fresh exploration for St. Vincent and aligned well with David Byrne's artistic inclinations.

4. Did 'Weekend in the Dust' have a visual accompaniment?

   Yes, a music video for 'Who,' another track from 'Love This Giant,' was directed by Martin du Thurah and released on September 4, 2012. While there's no specific mention of a video for 'Weekend in the Dust,' the album had significant promotional efforts.

5. How did 'Weekend in the Dust' and 'Love This Giant' perform commercially?

   The album 'Love This Giant,' which includes 'Weekend in the Dust,' received generally favorable reviews and achieved a score of 77 on Metacritic. It was David Byrne's first solo effort to reach the Billboard Top 40, peaking at 23.

6. How did the collaboration between David Byrne and St. Vincent come about?

   David Byrne and St. Vincent first met in 2009 at a Radio City Music Hall benefit concert and later at Housing Works in New York. A concert organizer suggested they collaborate, leading to the creation of 'Love This Giant'.