Devo

Devo

art rock, new wave

United States Est. 1972

"With tightly synchronized rhythms and angular melodies that create tension and release, Devo’s music feels both mechanical and inherently human."

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Shout

Shout

1984
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Career Arc

Devo's discography from 1977 to 2015

1977 1996 2015
Mongoloid / Jocko Homo (1977) Be Stiff (1977) Q: Are We Not Men? A: We... (1978) Be Stiff (1978) Mechanical Man EP (1978) Duty Now for the Future (1979) Freedom of Choice (1980) Whip It (1980) Girl U Want (1980) New Traditionalists (1981) The Men Who Make the Musi... (1981) Through Being Cool (1981) Beautiful World (1981) Oh, No! It's Devo (1982) That's Good (1982) Peek-a-Boo! (1982) Theme from Doctor Detroit (1983) Shout (1984) We're All Devo (1984) Here to Go (1985)
Devo matters for its incisive critique of modernity and consumer culture, crafting a space where art and music collide to question the very fabric of society.
Devo matters for its incisive critique of modernity and consumer culture, crafting a space where art and music collide to question the very fabric of society. Their unique approach not only redefined punk's rawness but also introduced a sense of absurdity and irony, pushing listeners to engage with deeper social commentary while dancing to infectious beats. Through a meticulous process that combines visual art with sound, Devo employs a distinct aesthetic rooted in conceptualism. They utilize robotic precision in their performances and recordings, blurring the lines between human emotion and mechanized production. This innovation challenges traditional notions of authenticity in music, transforming how audiences experience live shows by combining performance art with musical experimentation. Lyrically, Devo often explores themes of alienation, conformity, and the paradoxes of progress, weaving narratives that oscillate between satire and sincerity. Their writing strikes a balance between storytelling and impressionistic vignettes, using a detached voice that enhances the emotional impact while prompting reflection on societal norms.

Full discography

Devo's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

43 releases • 27 albums • 5 EPS • 1977–2015
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EPs ()

Song Study EP album by Devo

Song Study EP

2010

DEV-O Live album by Devo

DEV-O Live

1999

Theme from Doctor Detroit album by Devo

Theme from Doctor Detroit

1983

Be Stiff album by Devo

Be Stiff

1978

Mechanical Man EP album by Devo

Mechanical Man EP

1978

Singles ()

Watch Us Work It album by Devo

Watch Us Work It

2008

Disco Dancer album by Devo

Disco Dancer

1988

Here to Go album by Devo

Here to Go

1985

That's Good album by Devo

That's Good

1982

Peek-a-Boo! album by Devo

Peek-a-Boo!

1982

Through Being Cool album by Devo

Through Being Cool

1981

Beautiful World album by Devo

Beautiful World

1981

Whip It album by Devo

Whip It

1980

Girl U Want album by Devo

Girl U Want

1980

Mongoloid / Jocko Homo album by Devo

Mongoloid / Jocko Homo

1977

Be Stiff album by Devo

Be Stiff

1977

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Timeline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Devo sound like?

With tightly synchronized rhythms and angular melodies that create tension and release, Devo’s music feels both mechanical and inherently human. Rooted in new wave and art rock. Start with Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!.

What is the best Devo album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!" (1978). It's the most representative of what makes Devo worth hearing.

Who is Devo for?

If you're into new wave and art rock, Devo is worth your time. With tightly synchronized rhythms and angular melodies that create tension and release, Devo’s music feels both mechanical and inherently human.

How many albums does Devo have?

Devo has 43 releases in their discography, including 27 albums and 5 EPs.

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