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Talk about "what the world needs now"! For the past year, Byrne has been collecting stories, news and ideas that inspire optimism. But this new album is no Pollyanna—it fully recognizes the darkness and difficulties of life on Earth at the moment, while seeking solace through song. Following on the heels of all those celebrated collaborations, this is Byrne’s first true solo album since 2004 (though Brian Eno and others did contribute to this recording). Here, on CD or vinyl, are 10 new tracks (or, you could say, "Reasons to Be Cheerful") recorded at David’s home studio and elsewhere: "I Dance Like This," "Gasoline and Dirty Sheets," "Every Day Is a Miracle," "Dog’s Mind," "This Is That," "It’s Not Dark Up Here" and more eagerly anticipated new David Byrne! Nonesuch.