Released 36 years ago this June
Smooth Noodle Maps
Devo · 1990
50 min · 14 tracks · new wave · art rock
A quirky fusion of new wave and art rock, laced with satirical undertones and experimental rhythms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky rhythms for curious minds
- satirical undertones for playful listeners
- wave-like pacing for dynamic engagement
- short tracks for quick bursts
- experimental soundscapes for adventurous ears
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1990, 'Smooth Noodle Maps' was Devo's sixth studio album, following their commercial peak in the early '80s. At this point, the band was navigating a rapidly changing music landscape and embracing a more eclectic sound, reflecting their ongoing evolution since their debut in 1978.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talking Heads· Wire· The B-52's
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stuck in a Loop 3:50
- 2 Post Post-Modern Man 2:54
- 3 When We Do It 2:56
- 4 Spin the Wheel 3:45
- 5 Morning Dew 3:01
- 6 A Change Is Gonna Cum 3:08
- 7 The Big Picture 2:43
- 8 Pink Jazz Trancers 3:12
- 9 Jimmy 2:50
- 10 Devo Has Feelings Too 2:41
- 11 Dawghaus 3:22
- 12 Post Post-Modern Man (Macro Post Modern mix) 3:21
- 13 Post Post-Modern Man (Neo Post Modern mix) 6:43
- 14 Post Post-Modern Man (Ultra Post Modern dub) 6:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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