Be Stiff
Devo · 1978
17 min · 6 tracks · new wave · art rock
A frenetic blend of art rock and new wave, infused with satirical lyrics and punk energy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of frenetic energy
- satirical themes for playful minds
- for upbeat gatherings
- quick, punchy track transitions
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, slow builds
- seek deep emotional narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1978, 'Be Stiff' was Devo's debut EP, coming shortly after their formation in 1973. This period marked a crucial transition as they began to gain recognition for their unique sound and aesthetic, leading up to their full-length debut album 'Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!' later that year.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talking Heads· Wire· The B-52's
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jocko Homo 3:17
- 2 (I Can’t Get Me No) Satisfaction 2:50
- 3 Be Stiff 2:30
- 4 Mongoloid 3:25
- 5 Sloppy (I Saw My Baby Getting) 2:17
- 6 Social Fools 2:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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