Quarterlifeparty

Seems David Byrne and Fatboy Slim are set to release a collaborative record in February called, Here Lies Love.  It will feature guest vocalists on all 22 of the tracks and they are giving away a catchy funky song called “Please Don’t” featuring vocals by Santigold.

Download “Please Don’t” HERE (email reqr’d)

Here Lies Love – A Song Cycle deals with the life of Imelda Marcos, co-ruler of the Philippines in the 70s and 80s, as well as the life of Estrella Cumpas, the woman who raised her.

Through a series of songs written by David Byrne, with musical contributions from Fatboy Slim (Norman Cook), Here Lies Love – A Song Cycle presents Imelda Marcos meditating on events in her life, from her childhood spent in poverty and her rise to power to her ultimate departure from the palace. In particular, the production looks at the relationship between Imelda and a servant from her childhood, Estrella Cumpas, who appeared at key moments in Imelda’s life.

Vocalists include:

St. Vincent, Tori Amos, Martha Wainwright, Nellie McKay, Steve Earle, Cyndi Lauper, Sharon Jones, Sia, Santigold, Nicole Atkins, + more.

Tags: , david byrne , fatboy slim , santigold