Devo
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Devo Biography
Devo is an American band formed in 1973 consisting of members from Kent and Akron, Ohio. Their style over time has shifted between punk, art rock, post-punk and New Wave. Their music and stage show mingle kitsch science fiction themes, deadpan surrealist humor and mordantly satirical social commentary. Their often discordant pop songs feature unusual synthetic instrumentation and time signatures that have proven influential on subsequent popular music, particularly New Wave, industrial and alternative rock artists. Devo was also a pioneer of the music video, creating many memorable clips for the Laser Disc format, while getting heavy airplay in the early days of MTV.
Devo currently consists of brothers Mark Mothersbaugh (synthesizers, lead vocals) and Bob Mothersbaugh (guitar and vocals), Gerald Casale (bass guitar, keyboards, Vocals) and Bob Casale (guitar, keyboards, vocals), and Josh Freese (drums).
Before signing a record contract with Warner Bros. in the U.S., the band released several singles on the Stiff Records label that charted in the U.K. but which failed to chart in the U.S. Devo followed up with their debut full-length album Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! in July 1978. The album reached #12 in the U.K. and #78 in the US.
In 1980, Devo released Freedom of Choice which went platinum in the U.S. making it their highest selling album. It featured the single, Whip It, which was Devo's biggest hit, peaking at #14 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart.
Their follow-up album, 1981s New Traditionalists, peaked at #23 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart in the U.S. and was their final album to chart in the U.K.
Devo's chart success slowly fell throughout the decade until they released their apparently final studio album, Smooth Noodle Maps, in 1990 which failed to chart in either the US or the UK.
In 1996, Devo released a multimedia CD-ROM adventure game, The Adventures of the Smart Patrol, through Inscape. Members of Devo also began recording together under different aliases, including the surf rock-influenced The Wipeouters and Jihad Jerry & the Evildoers.
From 1990 through 2009, no new albums under the Devo name were released. However, a new single, Watch Us Work It, was released as a digital download in 2007 and as part of a 12 EP in 2008. The band announced that they would be releasing a new studio album in the fall of 2009, though this date was pushed back to 2010. Something for Everybody was released in June 2010.
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What topics does Devo speak about?
Devo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Celebrity.
Who is the agent for Devo?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Devo for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Devo for your next private or corporate function.
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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Devo or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
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Devo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music and Celebrity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Devo for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Devo can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ian Mackaye, Stu Nudelman and Kongos. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Devo for an upcoming event.
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How do I book Devo to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Devo for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Devo, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Devo or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Devo for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Devo, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Devo, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Devo speak about?
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Who is the agent for Devo?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Devo for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Devo for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Devo or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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