Opening with the transformative effects of the may 4 1970 shootings at kent state universitythe aftershocks of which are felt throughout the bookauthor kevin c. This item has now sold out but take a look at what else we have in by devo or similar artists. Recombo dna is the first book to evaluate in the proper context the innovations and. Mystery bonus track teaser no1 devo recombo dna 2017. This incredible limited edition 4xlp set is a sonic fusion of demos, alternate versions and outtakes, demonstrating the true breadth and talent of one of americas most important.
Jul 24, 2017 an uncontrollable urge to reissue on wax. Aug 11, 2017 unbelievable package here guaranteed to get all devo fans foaming at the mouth. Devo recombo dna emergency codes colored vinyl vinyl. Futurismo spread demo versions, alternate mixes and outtakes across eight sides of vinyl and a bonus 3 cdr, showing the extent of this classic new wave bands wildly original formula. Recombo dna, a collection featuring studio demos and unreleased tracks recording by the band between 19772008, is being released in a limitededition coloured vinyl set. Jun 20, 2017 attention spuds, just received the email tonight that devo s recombo dna set that was originally released on cd through rhino handmade in 2000 is now up for order on futurismos website in multiple coloured vinyl options. A friend of mine suggested me to make a show about the early years of devo and after i listenened to my bunch of demos and bootlegs of them i realized that it was a very good idea as there are many jewels barely known by people of what they did before their first album. Devo may have become synonymous with the crass commercialism of 80s new wave, but many of their guiding principles are firmly rooted in the idealism of the 60s. For the first time ever on vinyl futurismo present unhindered access into devos labs, documenting the scientific analysis and demonstrations as conducted by the band between the years 1977. The story of devo or how the 60s became the 80s by kevin c. Buy a discounted paperback of recombo dna online from australias leading online bookstore. Recombo dna 2017 vinyl reissue now up for order steve. We are devo, duty now for the future, freedom of choice, new traditionalists, oh no, its devo, shout, and. Devo may have become synonymous with the crass commercialism of 80s new wave, but many of their inspirations and guiding principles are firmly rooted in the idealism of the 60s.
Its such a thorough, wellresearched, thoughtful and wellwritten book about a band so much more complicated than their hits might imply. Smiths rigorously researched book digs deep into the cultural and historical context behind devo and its genesis, providing the most detailed account of this. Devo latestnews devo live 1980 lp black friday rsd. Oct, 20 recombo dna is a nice addition to the library. A wild amalgam of sharpedged punk rock guitar angst, kraftwerkinspired synthesized modernity, jagged motoric rhythms, and detached spoken word vocalizations. Futurismo music have just reissued the bands demos collection recombo dna, originally issued in a very limited edition double cd at the turn of. An introduction to art pop pioneers devo in 10 records previously only available in cd format, the 4xlp package, out 11. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Allmusic recombo dna is a collection of studio demos and unreleased tracks by the american new wave band devo. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. We are devo, duty now for the future, freedom of choice, new traditionalists, oh no, its devo, shout, and total devo. Published to coincide with the groups 40th anniversary in 20, recombo dna is the first book to evaluate in the proper context the innovations and. Devo recombo dna emergency codes colored vinyl vinyl lp. This tireless research has manifested itself in recombo dna an unmissable collection of studio demos and unreleased rare tracks that span devos entire.
Recombo dna demo the words get stuck in my throat live sloppy i saw my baby gettin demo be stiff alternate mix. Unlike the hardcore devo compilations, which contained several demos from. If any of you have bought tyvek coveralls with the intent of turning them into a devo costume, i would encourage you to send them to your local hospital instead. This is what it says, that the record is still held fast in shrinkwrap. Recombo dna digs a little deeper than most rock books, and i like that a lot.
Booktopia has recombo dna, the story of devo, or how the 60s became the 80s by kevin c. Published to coincide with the groups 40th anniversary in 20, recombo dna is the first book to evaluate in the proper context the innovations and accomplishments of this truly groundbreaking band. Bs ballroom gates of steel planet earth whip it cold. This is a great book, a little different from the norm, which is exactly what makes it great. Ultracore is a collection of demos and rare tracks floating around bulletin boards and physical trades circa. I read this book a couple of years ago and still keep thinking about it. Dec 22, 2012 disc 1 of the album recombo dna, which compiles demo tracks from q. Their classic lineup consisted of two sets of brothers, the mothersbaughs mark and bob and the casales gerald and bob, along with alan myers. Recombo dna, the story of devo, or how the 60s became the 80s.
Aug 26, 2017 recombo dna shows a few songs with a different lead singer to those that fans would be used to. Devo recombo dna 2017, clear splatter, vinyl discogs. Recombo dna the story of devo, or how the 60s became the 80s. Two tracks even feature identical backing tracks, but with different vocals and different lyrics, one from mark and one from gerry. Devo recombo dna molecular mutation colored vinyl 4lp3cd rock futurismo 27 upc. Recombo dna the story of devo, or how the 60s became the 80s this is a thoughtprovoking appraisal of pioneering newwave band devo and the intersection between pop, art, and politics. That extensive research is now ready for public consumption. A 1979 demo of its not right that im uploading due to it not being included on recombo dna. Devo recombo dna molecular mutation colored vinyl vinyl. In accordance with the directives of government and health authorities, we have temporarily suspended operations. Beginning against the backdrop of late 60s kent state, recombo dna deftly probes the links between urban industrial history, avantgarde art, dada, experimental film, punk, krautrock, instrument technology, and pop culture ephemera that spawned the devo aesthetic.
Devo may have become synonymous with the crass commercialism of 80s new. An excellent collection of studio demos, unreleased tracks and rarities from devo between 19772008, from their basement days to famed era, an essential for any fan. Sound quality is surprisingly great, considering they were coming from rotting reel to reel and cassette tapes. Beginning in 1970, with the transformative effects of the kent state university shootings which the bandmembers witness firsthand, and ending a decade later with devo on the cusp of superstardom with whip it, it traces the sounds and ideas that the group absorbed and in turn brought to.
The second half of recombo dna takes in the year in which many fans although not me see as devo rapidly losing the plot. For decades devo have been working nonstop at recombo dna laboratories on a new kind of research to keep up with the mutating world around us. The story of devo, or how the 60s became the 80s smith, kevin c. Home devo libguides at rock and roll hall of fame and museum. Published on jun 18, 2017 quick tease snippet of a previously unreleased bonus track from devos upcoming recombo dna 4 lp set to be released this summer on. Devo release 4xlp limitededition recombo dna collection for. It may be a cliche, hell it could even be wishful thinking, but i think devo fans are a bit ahead of the curve intellectually. If youve already modified something, its probably best to keep it, but anything new or just stickered is probably fine. So this week, its the retrospective of the month and it features devo. Shop vinyl and cds and complete your devo collection. The story of devo, or how the 60s became the 80s by kevin c.
Devo recombo dna 2017, yellow splatter, vinyl discogs. Recombo dna is a collection of studio demos and unreleased tracks by the american new wave band devo. Continue reading devo latestnews devo desert daze concert photos continue reading devo latestnews devo turntable slipmats from italy continue reading. Devo recombo dna molecular mutation colored vinyl 4lp 3cd. It was originally released in 2000 by rhino and limited to 5,000 copies. We tend to be pretty suspicious about these things, so if the shrinkwrap doesnt look original, or if the record seems to have undergone some damage over time, well probably take it out of the wrapper to ensure that its in good shape which is why we dont have more of these. Equal parts art project, performance art, rock and roll satire, and punk band, devo produced a sound that was fresh to the world. Great compilation of warner bros years demos with some hardcore era and postwarnerpreenigma demos. Recombo dna is the first book to evaluate in the proper context the innovations and accomplishments of this truly groundbreaking band.
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