Mark Mothersbaugh

Mark Mothersbaugh, co-founder of DEVO, discusses scoring The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou and his new book featuring his visual art. They also delve into his interest in Male Art and childhood experiences with poor eyesight. The conversation wraps up with Mark sharing an interesting anecdote about Jeff Goldblum wearing his glasses in a movie and discussing the possibility of another interview.

Mark Mothersbaugh, co-founder of Devo and pioneering composer/visual artist. He recalls the band’s origin in Akron and the Kent State influence. They discuss experimental early performances, their machine-like visual style and uniforms. Conversation covers breakthrough New York shows, theatrical marketing, and surprising commercial uses of their music.

Mark Mothersbaugh, the lead singer and keyboardist for Devo, is an avant-garde, new wave pioneer. The podcast explores his upbringing in a chaotic household with exotic animals, his quirky sensibility, and the DIY ethos of Devo. They also discuss his successful career scoring for TV and film, including collaborations with Wes Anderson. Mark shares a story about Richard Branson suggesting that Johnny Rotten join Devo after the Sex Pistols broke up.