Devo

Devo, an American new wave band, emerged from Akron, Ohio, in 1972, leaving an indelible mark on the music landscape with their unique blend of satire, science fiction, and unconventional instrumentation. While the band officially disbanded in 1991, they reunited in 1996 and continue to perform, currently featuring Gerald Casale on vocals and bass, Mark Mothersbaugh on vocals and synthesizer, Bob Mothersbaugh on guitar, and Josh Freese on drums.

The band's sonic identity has been described variously as punk, industrial, and rock, but they are most recognized as pioneers of the 1970s and early 1980s new wave movement, significantly influencing the synth-pop genre that defined the 1980s, alongside contemporaries like Gary Numan and The B-52s.