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What ever happened to Devo?
Devo disbanded in the early 1990s, though they occasionally reunited for concerts. In 2024 the documentary film Devo, directed by Chris Smith, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
Why is Devo called Devo?
1973–1978: Formation. The name Devo comes from the concept of "de-evolution" and the band's related idea that instead of continuing to evolve, mankind had begun to regress, as evidenced by the dysfunction and herd mentality of American society.
What song gave Devo mainstream popularity?
"Whip It"
Released
August 13, 1980
Genre
New wave, synth-pop, synth-punk
Length
2:37
Label
Warner Bros.
What does whip it mean in the song?
DEVO is all about a humorous hateful sarcasm and not so serious revolt against the brainwashing of consumer society and conformity. Whip It is a call to “detect” how you are being manipulated and calling out for a revolt using metaphors of sadomasochism and masturbation.
Jan 8, 2022 · It's the combination of sound and visuals and ideas. The concept of de-evolution is the driving force for all the songs, videos, outfits, and ...
May 24, 2021 · I think it was Dev-o Live that had similar issues. Bob 1 ripping during his solos and the camera hardly capturing him.
Oct 3, 2019 · Controversial to say it, but if you listen to that song it really is a teriffically smart song that completely inverts what The Rolling Stones ...
Jan 6, 2024 · Any word on Devo playing non festivals in 2024? I want an east coast date so bad! I need to see them one more time.
Jun 12, 2016 · Jerry's sex life, and to an uncomfortable degree. Pemberton spends what feels like a good ten minutes of the movie exploring Jerry's preference ...
Oct 9, 2023 · In a short-lived stint in advertising before the band took off, Mark and Jerry came up with the "Rust Never Sleeps" slogan for Rust-Oleum ...
Feb 7, 2023 · First Time Devo Listener! I love the goofy visuals from the band and obviously everyone's heard “whip it” ...
Oct 3, 2021 · Seriously. It's all fun and games to make fun of other people for conspicuous consumption, but $65 BEFORE tax and shipping? What do they think I ...