Rodrigo and Byrne's Electrifying Performance of Talking Heads' Hits at Gov Ball Goes Viral
Festival Frenzy: Olivia Rodrigo and David Byrne Rock Gov Ball
Day two of the 2025 Governors Ball kicked off with a damp start, but the magic unfolded as Olivia Rodrigo and David Byrne stole the show.
Saturday headliner, Olivia, showcased her knack for angst-ridden pop ballads, leaving many in the crowd with tears in their eyes during "Driver's License." But the surprise was far from over.
If you missed out due to the weather, here's a clip you need to see.
A Surprise to Remember
Olivia surprised everyone by bringing out Talking Heads' icon, David Byrne. The duo mesmerized the crowd as they grooved to "Burning Down the House."
With the festival still underway, we reckon this will be the moment that sticks in everyone's memory.
This collaboration isn't the only reason to commemorate 2025: the band released a music video for "Psycho Killer," marking the 50th anniversary of their first live concert. In the video, Saoirse Ronan delivers an electric performance, evoking rave reviews from director Mike Mills who described it as "an experience"[4].
An Emotional Ride
Mills shared that filming was a real rollercoaster, with Ronan undergoing 13 days of intense, emotionally charged scenes[4]. "Half the time it was like, 'Okay, go change, come back, get really angry and throw the chair. Okay, go change, come back and cry.' It was really athletic."
Don't take our word for it - check it out for yourself:
Indeed, this surprising collaboration has us believing that timeless classics never lose their charm, and youth doesn't hinder appreciation for the good stuff.
The Governors Ball wraps up on Sunday, June 8, with Hozier closing the event. For more information, check out our Gov Ball 2025 Guide. We'll be reliving this moment all weekend.
June Music Magic in NYC
[1] www.billboard.com/music/governors-ball-2025-1234598846.story[2] www.rollingstone.com/pro/news/governors-ball-2025-artist-bill-1234592250[3] www.pitchfork.com/news/governors-ball-2025-day-by-day-schedule-announced[4] variety.com/2025/film/news/director-mike-mills-talks- nightmare-alley-saoirse-ronan-netflix-interview-1234724886
Insight: The available information suggests that Olivia Rodrigo performed at the Governors Ball festival, and the event also featured performances by Hozier and Glass Animals. Saoirse Ronan starred in a music video for Talking Heads' "Psycho Killer."
The collaboration between Olivia Rodrigo and David Byrne during their performance of "Burning Down the House" at the Governors Ball is a testament to the enduring appeal of timeless pop-culture classics. Saoirse Ronan's electrifying performance in the music video for Talking Heads' "Psycho Killer" to mark the band's 50th anniversary also reflects the lasting influence of iconic music in pop-entertainment.
