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Mark Mothersbaugh

Mark Mothersbaugh

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18 May 1950 (75 years)
Akron, Ohio, USA

Biography

Mark Allen Mothersbaugh (/ˈmʌðərzbɔː/; born May 18, 1950) is an American musician and composer. He came to prominence in the late 1970s as co-founder, lead vocalist, and keyboardist of the new wave band Devo, whose "Whip It" was a top 20 single in the US in 1980, peaking at No. 14, and which has since maintained a cult following. Mothersbaugh was one of the primary composers of Devo's music. In addition to his work with Devo, Mothersbaugh has made music for television series, films, and video g...

Also Known As

Mark Mothersbug, DEVO, DEV-O

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