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Total Devo

Devo · 1998

68 min · 16 tracks · new wave · art rock

A quirky blend of art rock and new wave, marked by experimental sounds and ironic lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quirky vibes for playful moods
  • dynamic flow with extended mixes
  • wave-like pacing keeps interest
  • for upbeat gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Total Devo' was released in 1998, Devo was navigating a period of artistic reinvention, having not released an album since 'Smooth No. 2' in 1990. This release followed a lengthy hiatus and showcased their enduring commitment to experimentation and irony within their music.
Stylistic neighbors
Talking Heads· Wire· The B-52's

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Baby Doll 3:55
  • 2 Disco Dancer 4:14
  • 3 Some Things Never Change 4:13
  • 4 Plain Truth 3:13
  • 5 Happy Guy 3:26
  • 6 Don't Be Cruel 2:10
  • 7 The Shadow 3:25
  • 8 I'd Cry If You Died 4:06
  • 9 Agitated 3:52
  • 10 Man Turned Inside Out 4:18
  • 11 Sexi Luv 3:14
  • 12 Blow Up 4:38
  • 13 Some Things Never Change (Cassette version) 5:20
  • 14 Baby Doll (extended mix) 5:49
  • 15 Disco Dancer (12″ version) 6:30
  • 16 Agitated (Hyperextended mix) 5:41

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata