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Akron, Ohio, United States (1972 – 1991, 1996 – present)
Devo (pronounced DEE-vo by critics and dee-VO by the band and fans, and occasionally spelled in all capital letters) is an American rock group formed in Akron, Ohio, United States in 1972. The band split in 1991 and returned in 1996.
Their style has been variously classified as punk, industrial and rock, but are most often considered to be the 70s/early 80s New Wave band that ushered in the synth pop of the 1980s, along with other acts such as Gary Numan and The B-52s.
Devo’s music and stage show mingle kitsch science fiction themes, deadpan surrealist humor, and mordantly satirical social commentary, often dealing with the concept of De-Evolution, in sometimes-discordant pop songs that often feature unusual synthetic instrumentation and time signatures.
Their work has proved hugely influential on subsequent popular music, particularly New Wave, alternative and grunge music, they created some memorable music videos popular in the early days of MTV.
The name “Devo” comes from the concept of Devolution (also referred to by the band as “de-evolution”). This idea was developed as a joke by Kent State University art students Gerald Casale and Bob Lewis as early as the late 1960s. Casale and Lewis created a number of art pieces in the vein of Devolution. At this time, Casale had also performed with the local band 15-60-75. They met Mark Mothersbaugh around 1970, who introduced them to the pamphlet Jocko Homo Heavenbound, which would later inspire the song “Jocko Homo”.
Their style has been variously classified as punk, industrial and rock, but are most often considered to be the 70s/early 80s New Wave band that ushered in the synth pop of the 1980s, along with other acts such as Gary Numan and The B-52s.
Devo’s music and stage show mingle kitsch science fiction themes, deadpan surrealist humor, and mordantly satirical social commentary, often dealing with the concept of De-Evolution, in sometimes-discordant pop songs that often feature unusual synthetic instrumentation and time signatures.
Their work has proved hugely influential on subsequent popular music, particularly New Wave, alternative and grunge music, they created some memorable music videos popular in the early days of MTV.
The name “Devo” comes from the concept of Devolution (also referred to by the band as “de-evolution”). This idea was developed as a joke by Kent State University art students Gerald Casale and Bob Lewis as early as the late 1960s. Casale and Lewis created a number of art pieces in the vein of Devolution. At this time, Casale had also performed with the local band 15-60-75. They met Mark Mothersbaugh around 1970, who introduced them to the pamphlet Jocko Homo Heavenbound, which would later inspire the song “Jocko Homo”.
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Freedom of Choice
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Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!
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Greatest Hits
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Hot Potatoes: The Best of Devo
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polymorphous71 wrote:
spud-u-like
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mattmacneil wrote:
holy shit, what a show. I was front row center and mark let me sing into his mic during 'Slap Your Mammy Down'. Gerry also ripped off his radiation suit and threw it at me. I have never had so much fun. If you're contemplating seeing them, do it, 100%. They sound amazing and they are so fun. Holy fuck.
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mattmacneil wrote:
Im so glad they are playing Smart Patrol as their encore. I'm seeing them tomorrow and I'm SO excited.
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obnoxicant wrote:
two shows in NYC were amazing. i'm so glad they played smart patrol.
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skingraft84 wrote:
American Devo fans PLEASE help me! I want to order this http://www.clubdevo.com/devo-lux/ But I live in the U.K if I could paypal some very kind person the 49.99 plus shipping to the U.K and little extra for the trouble i'd be truly geatful. Cheers James
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bashiechan wrote:
We pretty much don't need any other band XD
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joehill448 wrote:
i rekon each person in devo would of had a good solo career but that would of been if they split up WHICH THEY DIDNT <3 are we not men?
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Simon_FM wrote:
Even if they were around both before and after the 80's.
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Simon_FM wrote:
My second favourite 80's band.
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mattmacneil wrote:
Ziekerz is one of those faggy kids who listens to reggae-versions of shitty radiohead songs. And 'Portugal The Man' which is even worse. Shut up, kid.
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alexia_N wrote:
I can't wait for my Devo-lux Edition reissues to come! It's only been a few days but it feels like it's been a month already...
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HELl0S wrote:
Coming Soon... FRESH!
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zasrana wrote:
you must whip it.
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VGoRiLLaZ wrote:
The story behind the "red hats"; Gerald says: "The red hats (Energy Domes) were inspired by an Art Deco ceiling fixture at my elementary school and a ‘Cancellator Helmet’ from a Nancy comic. I turned the ceiling fixture upside down and redesigned it to fit a human head. I had it painted red like the helmet in the comic. I made up a story about how the ‘Energy Dome’ captured all the energy that escapes from the top of your head when you are expending energy and recycles it through your body". inb4 Cool Story, Bro.
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alexia_N wrote:
5 million plays already? wow
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Breaking-Wheel wrote:
funeralsummer: Meanwhile, I was laughing my ass off. Does this say something about me?
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venividivicious wrote:
Ziekerz: What the fuck do you know about anything? Stupid Yank, 14-year old shithead. Long live Devo.
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funeralsummer wrote:
that makes me very sad
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alexia_N wrote:
haha when the creators of Rock Band were asked what other band [other than The Beatles] they would want to make a Rock Band game of, they said they wanted to make a Devo one.
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funeralsummer wrote:
you're Uglatto. YOU!
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Events
- Nov 23 DEVO presents Q:Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! Phoenix Concert Theatre, Toronto, Canada
- Nov 24 DEVO presents "Freedom Of Choice" Phoenix Concert Theatre, Toronto, Canada
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Apr
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Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival at Empire Polo Grounds
Empire Polo Grounds, Indio, CA, United States
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Apr
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Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
Empire Polo Field, Indio, CA, United States
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| 19 attendees
News
Photos of DEVO in Seattle Nov. 8th
9 Nov 2009 | from www.clubdevo.com/
Thanks to all the spuds who attended DEVO's Seattle "Are We Not Men?" show on Nov. 8th. Here are a few photos snapped by Michael Pilmer/Devo-Obsesso. Hope to see more of you tonight for the "Freedom Of Choice" show!
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Photos from DEVO’s “Freedom Of Choice” show in San Francisco on Nov. 7th
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Photos from DEVO’s Nov. 6th show in San Francisco
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DEVO Live – Tonight in San Francisco!
6 Nov 2009 | from www.clubdevo.com/
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