Devo's Greatest Hits
57 min · 16 tracks · new wave · art rock
A quirky blend of new wave and art rock that marries sardonic humor with inventive instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky anthems for group sing-alongs
- dynamic shifts keep engagement high
- wave-like pacing invites repeat listens
- sardonic humor for playful vibes
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking deep emotional narratives
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1990, 'Devo's Greatest Hits' showcased the band's significant contributions to the new wave genre after their initial rise to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s. By this point, Devo had transitioned from cult favorites with hits like 'Whip It' to influential figures who shaped the sound of alternative rock, solidifying their legacy through this retrospective compilation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talking Heads· Wire· The B-52's
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Here to Go (Go mix version) 5:33
- 2 Through Being Cool 3:12
- 3 Big Mess 2:46
- 4 That’s Good 3:26
- 5 Jerkin’ Back ’n’ Forth 3:05
- 6 Peek·A·Boo! 3:03
- 7 Beautiful World 3:34
- 8 (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction 2:40
- 9 Whip It 2:40
- 10 Girl U Want 2:57
- 11 Freedom of Choice 3:29
- 12 Smart Patrol / Mr. DNA 6:06
- 13 Gut Feeling 5:00
- 14 Gates of Steel 3:29
- 15 Working in the Coalmine 2:49
- 16 Jocko Homo 3:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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