Trey Anastasio Joins Jo Lampert for Talking Heads Cover at Joe's Pub

The rock icon surprised fans with a heartfelt tribute to another legend during a Valentine's Day-themed concert in New York City.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 3:45pm

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Trey Anastasio, the celebrated guitarist of Phish, joined vocalist Jo Lampert on stage at Joe's Pub in New York City for a unique rendition of the Talking Heads classic 'This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody).' The unexpected collaboration was part of Lampert's 'Color Me Cupid - A Night for Lovers and Loners' concert, which featured a talented backing band and a special closing performance of the Phish song 'Waste.'

Why it matters

This surprise appearance by Anastasio, who has a history of collaborating with Lampert, added a special energy to the Valentine's Day-themed event. The performance showcased the artists' musical chemistry and their shared reverence for each other's work, delighting the intimate crowd at Joe's Pub.

The details

Lampert's 'Color Me Cupid' concert featured a powerhouse ensemble, including Keith Cotton on keys, Julia Adamy on bass, Ross Pederson on drums, Ben Butler on guitar, and Matt Beck on guitar and keyboards. Before Anastasio joined the stage, Lampert expressed her admiration for the Phish guitarist, calling him 'an idol and a friend' and 'one of the best men that I know.' When Anastasio took the stage, the duo launched into a beautifully arranged version of the Talking Heads' classic 'This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody),' with Anastasio's guitar work weaving in and out of Lampert's improvisational vocals.

  • The 'Color Me Cupid - A Night for Lovers and Loners' concert took place on February 13, 2026 at Joe's Pub in New York City.

The players

Trey Anastasio

The celebrated guitarist of the band Phish, known for his virtuosic playing and collaborations with other artists.

Jo Lampert

A vocalist who has a history of performing with Trey Anastasio and was the headliner of the 'Color Me Cupid' concert at Joe's Pub.

Keith Cotton

The keyboardist and bandleader for Jo Lampert's ensemble at the 'Color Me Cupid' concert.

Julia Adamy

The bassist in Jo Lampert's backing band for the 'Color Me Cupid' concert.

Ross Pederson

The drummer in Jo Lampert's backing band for the 'Color Me Cupid' concert.

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What they’re saying

“There is a special guest who's gonna come up here, who I revere – many do – and he is both an idol and a friend. I consider him one of the best men that I know. The talent is unending. And he decided that he would, in fact, grace the stage with me tonight and I feel super duper honored.”

— Jo Lampert, Vocalist

The takeaway

This unexpected collaboration between Trey Anastasio and Jo Lampert, featuring a cover of the Talking Heads' classic 'This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody),' showcased the artists' musical chemistry and their shared reverence for each other's work. The performance added a special energy to Lampert's Valentine's Day-themed 'Color Me Cupid' concert, delighting the intimate crowd at Joe's Pub.