Mesopotamia is a 1982 EP by the B-52’s that marked a sharp stylistic shift from their earlier raw, party-punk sound to a more layered, experimental direction under the production of David Byrne. The songs feature funkier rhythms, world music influences, and denser arrangements, blending the band’s quirky vocal interplay with a more complex, groove-oriented approach. Originally intended as a full-length album, the project was cut short, resulting in a six-track release that still captures a transitional, adventurous moment in the band’s evolution.
