In a beautifully animated video, Devo member Mark Mothersbaugh explains — from his perspective — the origins of the art rock band. Devo itself formed in 1972, and was influenced by the members’ concept of “de-evolution” and witnessing the Kent State shootings.
The inspiration for Mark Mothersbaugh to become an artist — and more specifically a musician — goes back much further than 1972 and are explored in the video below:
And watch Devo’s hit “Whip It”:
