David Byrne — Setlists, Tour Dates & Concert History

The last 40 David Byrne setlists, newest first — every song in the order it was played, most recently at Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

David Byrne live: key facts

Gigvault documents 40 David Byrne concerts in 2026 in 30 cities across 19 countries.

David Byrne — artist information

David Byrne's live performances are a masterclass in controlled chaos and joyous eccentricity. The music, a pulsating blend of sharp new wave rhythms and thoughtful singer-songwriter introspection, fills the space with an infectious, almost primal energy. His live shows transform the familiar into the surreal, with unexpected sonic twists and a collective performance that feels both meticulously choreographed and wonderfully spontaneous. The audience, a vibrant tapestry of devoted fans, becomes an integral part of the experience, caught in the irresistible current of his unique artistic vision.

Genres: new wave, alternative, singer-songwriter, rock.

David Byrne setlist — Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh, United Kingdom (2026-07-20)

21 songs, in the order played:

  1. Heaven
  2. Everybody Laughs
  3. And She Was
  4. Strange Overtones
  5. Houses in Motion
  6. T Shirt
  7. (Nothing but) Flowers
  8. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  9. What Is the Reason for It?
  10. Like Humans Do
  11. When We Are Singing
  12. Independence Day
  13. Slippery People
  14. I Met the Buddha at a Downtown Party
  15. My Apartment Is My Friend
  16. Air
  17. Psycho Killer
  18. Life During Wartime
  19. Once in a Lifetime
  20. Everybody's Coming to My House
  21. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

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Earlier David Byrne setlists

David Byrne setlist — The Piece Hall, Halifax, United Kingdom (2026-07-18)

18 songs, in the order played:

  1. Heaven
  2. Everybody Laughs
  3. And She Was
  4. Strange Overtones
  5. Houses in Motion
  6. (Nothing but) Flowers
  7. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  8. What Is the Reason for It?
  9. Like Humans Do
  10. When We Are Singing
  11. Independence Day
  12. Slippery People
  13. Air
  14. Psycho Killer
  15. Life During Wartime
  16. Once in a Lifetime
  17. Everybody's Coming to My House
  18. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Hipódromo Manuel Possolo, Cascais, Portugal (2026-07-14)

18 songs, in the order played:

  1. Heaven
  2. Everybody Laughs
  3. And She Was
  4. Strange Overtones
  5. Houses in Motion
  6. (Nothing but) Flowers
  7. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  8. What Is the Reason for It?
  9. Like Humans Do
  10. When We Are Singing
  11. Independence Day
  12. Slippery People
  13. Air
  14. Psycho Killer
  15. Life During Wartime
  16. Once in a Lifetime
  17. Everybody's Coming to My House
  18. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Orange, Madrid, Spain (2026-07-11)

13 songs, in the order played:

  1. Everybody Laughs
  2. And She Was
  3. Strange Overtones
  4. Houses in Motion
  5. (Nothing but) Flowers
  6. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  7. What Is the Reason for It?
  8. Slippery People
  9. Like Humans Do
  10. Psycho Killer
  11. Life During Wartime
  12. Once in a Lifetime
  13. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Parc del Fòrum, Barcelona, Spain (2026-07-10)

17 songs, in the order played:

  1. Heaven
  2. Everybody Laughs
  3. And She Was
  4. Strange Overtones
  5. Houses in Motion
  6. (Nothing but) Flowers
  7. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  8. What Is the Reason for It?
  9. Like Humans Do
  10. When We Are Singing
  11. Independence Day
  12. Slippery People
  13. Air
  14. Psycho Killer
  15. Life During Wartime
  16. Once in a Lifetime
  17. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Kobetamendi, Bilbao, Spain (2026-07-09)

14 songs, in the order played:

  1. Everybody Laughs
  2. And She Was
  3. Strange Overtones
  4. Houses in Motion
  5. (Nothing but) Flowers
  6. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  7. What Is the Reason for It?
  8. Slippery People
  9. Like Humans Do
  10. Psycho Killer
  11. Life During Wartime
  12. Once in a Lifetime
  13. Everybody's Coming to My House
  14. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — The Barn, Werchter, Belgium (2026-07-05)

13 songs, in the order played:

  1. Everybody Laughs
  2. And She Was
  3. Strange Overtones
  4. Houses in Motion
  5. (Nothing but) Flowers
  6. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  7. What Is the Reason for It?
  8. Slippery People
  9. Like Humans Do
  10. Psycho Killer
  11. Life During Wartime
  12. Once in a Lifetime
  13. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Hotot, Beuningen, Netherlands (2026-07-04)

12 songs, in the order played:

  1. Everybody Laughs
  2. And She Was
  3. Strange Overtones
  4. Houses in Motion
  5. (Nothing but) Flowers
  6. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  7. What Is the Reason for It?
  8. Slippery People
  9. Like Humans Do
  10. Psycho Killer
  11. Life During Wartime
  12. Once in a Lifetime

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Dyrskuepladsen, Roskilde, Denmark (2026-07-03)

15 songs, in the order played:

  1. Heaven
  2. Everybody Laughs
  3. And She Was
  4. Strange Overtones
  5. Houses in Motion
  6. (Nothing but) Flowers
  7. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  8. What Is the Reason for It?
  9. Like Humans Do
  10. Slippery People
  11. Psycho Killer
  12. Life During Wartime
  13. Once in a Lifetime
  14. Everybody's Coming to My House
  15. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Lotnisko Gdynia-Kosakowo, Gdynia, Poland (2026-07-01)

15 songs, in the order played:

  1. Heaven
  2. Everybody Laughs
  3. And She Was
  4. Strange Overtones
  5. Houses in Motion
  6. (Nothing but) Flowers
  7. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  8. What Is the Reason for It?
  9. Like Humans Do
  10. When We Are Singing
  11. Slippery People
  12. Air
  13. Psycho Killer
  14. Life During Wartime
  15. Once in a Lifetime

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Arena, Pula, Croatia (2026-06-28)

21 songs, in the order played:

  1. Heaven
  2. Everybody Laughs
  3. And She Was
  4. Strange Overtones
  5. Houses in Motion
  6. T Shirt
  7. (Nothing but) Flowers
  8. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  9. What Is the Reason for It?
  10. Like Humans Do
  11. When We Are Singing
  12. Independence Day
  13. Slippery People
  14. I Met the Buddha at a Downtown Party
  15. My Apartment Is My Friend
  16. Air
  17. Psycho Killer
  18. Life During Wartime
  19. Once in a Lifetime
  20. Everybody's Coming to My House
  21. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Piazza Castello, Marostica, Italy (2026-06-26)

21 songs, in the order played:

  1. Heaven
  2. Everybody Laughs
  3. And She Was
  4. Strange Overtones
  5. Houses in Motion
  6. T Shirt
  7. (Nothing but) Flowers
  8. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  9. What Is the Reason for It?
  10. Like Humans Do
  11. When We Are Singing
  12. Independence Day
  13. Slippery People
  14. I Met the Buddha at a Downtown Party
  15. My Apartment Is My Friend
  16. Air
  17. Psycho Killer
  18. Life During Wartime
  19. Once in a Lifetime
  20. Everybody's Coming to My House
  21. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

David Byrne setlist — Piazza Napoleone, Lucca, Italy (2026-06-25)

21 songs, in the order played:

  1. Heaven
  2. Everybody Laughs
  3. And She Was
  4. Strange Overtones
  5. Houses in Motion
  6. T Shirt
  7. (Nothing but) Flowers
  8. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
  9. What Is the Reason for It?
  10. Like Humans Do
  11. When We Are Singing
  12. Independence Day
  13. Slippery People
  14. I Met the Buddha at a Downtown Party
  15. My Apartment Is My Friend
  16. Air
  17. Psycho Killer
  18. Life During Wartime
  19. Once in a Lifetime
  20. Everybody's Coming to My House
  21. Burning Down the House

Source: setlist.fm

1498 David Byrne setlists are known in total; the most recent 40 are shown here.

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Songs David Byrne plays most often live

Across the last 20 David Byrne concerts with a recorded setlist.

SongPlayed atShare
(Nothing but) Flowers20 of 20100%
And She Was20 of 20100%
Everybody Laughs20 of 20100%
Houses in Motion20 of 20100%
Life During Wartime20 of 20100%
Like Humans Do20 of 20100%
Once in a Lifetime20 of 20100%
Psycho Killer20 of 20100%
Slippery People20 of 20100%
Strange Overtones20 of 20100%

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Festivals David Byrne played

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Frequently asked questions

Where has David Byrne played?

David Byrne shows on Gigvault are documented in 31 cities, including London, Manchester, Boulogne-Billancourt, Glasgow and Knoxville. Venues include Eventim Apollo in London, O2 Apollo Manchester in Manchester, Keller Auditorium in Portland and Knoxville Civic Auditorium in Knoxville.

When did David Byrne last play?

The most recent David Byrne show on record is 2026-07-20 at Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

How many David Byrne concerts are on Gigvault?

40 David Byrne concerts are documented, from 2026 across 31 cities.

Which festivals has David Byrne played?

David Byrne appears in the line-up of 6 festivals tracked on Gigvault: Release Athens 2026, Mad Cool 2028, Rock Werchter 2026, Coachella 2026, Roskilde 2026 and Latitude 2026.

Who has David Byrne shared a stage with?

On the shows and festival line-ups tracked here, David Byrne has appeared alongside Bad Religion, BALTHVS, Black Veil Brides, Bodysnatcher, Ecca Vandal and Garbage.

When is David Byrne playing live next?

No David Byrne dates are confirmed right now. The most recent show on record is 2026-07-20 at Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh, United Kingdom; new dates appear on this page as ticketing sources announce them.

Where can I find David Byrne setlists?

40 setlists by David Byrne are on this page with the full song list in the order played — open any show to see the songs, the date and the venue.

How many fans have seen David Byrne live?

5 Gigvault fans have logged 5 David Byrne shows so far. Log yours to see who else was at the same concerts.

How many songs does David Byrne play live?

David Byrne typically plays 21 songs — most concerts land between 15 and 21 across the last 20 shows with a recorded setlist.

What song does David Byrne open with?

David Byrne opened 16 of the last 20 concerts with "Heaven".

What song does David Byrne close with?

David Byrne closed 15 of the last 20 concerts with "Burning Down the House".

Which songs does David Byrne always play?

12 songs were on the setlist at all 20 of the last recorded David Byrne concerts: (Nothing but) Flowers, And She Was, Everybody Laughs, Houses in Motion, Life During Wartime, Like Humans Do, Once in a Lifetime, Psycho Killer.

Does David Byrne play the same setlist every night?

Almost. Two consecutive David Byrne concerts share about 16 of roughly 18 songs, so the set barely changes from night to night.

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