Devo might be the most misunderstood group on our list. The American New Wave group based their name on the idea of “de-evolution”; basically that mankind was devolving instead of evolving. They wanted their music to reflect that and with their abrupt synthesized rhythm, strange lyrics combined with the use of the growing video medium they developed quite a cult following. Despite being known primarily for their weird costumes, they were far more influential in the New Wave world than they were given credit for, though it is likely not enough to get them inducted in Cleveland.
Should Devo be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put them in! - 88.3%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 3.4%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 2.5%
No opinion. - 0.6%
No way! - 5.2%
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