Q Lazzarus’ Full Version of Talking Heads’ ‘Heaven’ Released for the First Time
The mysterious cult musician, best known for her 1988 song ‘Goodbye Horses’, first recorded the cover for her appearance in Jonathan Demme’s 1993 film Philadelphia, but the full track was never released.
A Rare Public Appearance
Lazzarus herself – real name Diane Luckey – appeared in the movie, singing the song, in what proved to be a rare public appearance during her lifetime. She passed away in 2022 at the age of 61.
New Compilation and Documentary
Now, the track has been shared in full, as a preview of ‘Goodbye Horses: The Many Lives Of Q Lazzarus’, a compilation of tracks recorded by the artist between 1985 and 1995. The album will be released on February 21 via Sacred Bones, on what would have been Lazzarus’ 64th birthday.
Additionally, a documentary about Lazzarus is also in the works, which the musician herself worked on in her final years. Directed by Aridjis Fuentes, the film will also be titled Goodbye Horses: The Many Lives Of Q Lazzarus and is expected to be released in the coming months.
‘Heaven’ – A Classic Reborn
‘Heaven’ was first released on Talking Heads’ third album ‘Fear Of Music’ in 1979 and was memorably performed by David Byrne and Tina Weymouth in the legendary concert film Stop Making Sense, also directed by Demme.
Conclusion
Q Lazzarus’ version of ‘Heaven’ is a rare and exciting find, offering fans a glimpse into the artist’s lesser-known work. The compilation album and documentary are set to provide a deeper understanding of Lazzarus’ life and career, and are eagerly anticipated by fans and music enthusiasts alike.
FAQs
Q: Who is Q Lazzarus?
A: Q Lazzarus is a mysterious cult musician, best known for her 1988 song ‘Goodbye Horses’.
Q: What is the significance of the song ‘Heaven’?
A: ‘Heaven’ is a classic song by Talking Heads, first released on their third album ‘Fear Of Music’ in 1979. Q Lazzarus recorded a cover of the song for her appearance in Jonathan Demme’s 1993 film Philadelphia.
Q: When will the compilation album and documentary be released?
A: The compilation album ‘Goodbye Horses: The Many Lives Of Q Lazzarus’ will be released on February 21 via Sacred Bones. The documentary is expected to be released in the coming months.
Q: What other artists have covered ‘Goodbye Horses’?
A: ‘Goodbye Horses’ has been covered by Bloc Party’s Kele Okereke, Chino Moreno’s ††† (Crosses) side project, MGMT, Jon Hopkins, and Wild Beasts’ Hayden Thorpe, among others.