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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- quirky anthems for group sing-alongs dynamic shifts keep engagement high wave-like pacing invites repeat listens
- 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.
- If you like
- new wave, art rock
Devo's Greatest Hits is an album by Devo. A quirky blend of new wave and art rock that marries sardonic humor with inventive instrumentation. This greatest hits compilation not only celebrated Devo's innovative sound but also helped introduce their music to a new generation, reaching No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart. Its inclusion of landmark tracks has influenced countless artists within the new wave and alternative scenes, reaffirming Devo's status as pioneers of art rock and post-punk aesthetics. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Devo's Greatest Hits sound like?
A quirky blend of new wave and art rock that marries sardonic humor with inventive instrumentation. Rooted in new wave and art rock.
What makes Devo's Greatest Hits by Devo notable?
This greatest hits compilation not only celebrated Devo's innovative sound but also helped introduce their music to a new generation, reaching No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart. Its inclusion of landmark tracks has influenced countless artists within the new wave and alternative scenes, reaffirming Devo's status as pioneers of art rock and post-punk aesthetics. 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.
Who is Devo's Greatest Hits for?
Devo's Greatest Hits works well if you're into quirky anthems for group sing-alongs, dynamic shifts keep engagement high and wave-like pacing invites repeat listens.
How many songs are on Devo's Greatest Hits?
Devo's Greatest Hits has 16 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
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 Standout 3:34
- 8 (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction 2:40
- 9 Whip It Standout 2:40
- 10 Girl U Want Standout 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
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