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NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay) — Arts & CultureAugust 23, 2026Hillsborough

Mark Mothersbaugh discusses Devo and composition ahead of Clearwater concert

Mark Mothersbaugh, co-founder of the band Devo, discusses the band's historical message and his current work as a composer. The interview precedes the band's scheduled performance at BayCare Sound in Clearwater on August 27.

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Why It Matters

This article provides context for a public cultural event occurring in Clearwater on August 27.

Key Facts

  • Mark Mothersbaugh is a co-founder of the band Devo.
  • Devo is scheduled to perform at BayCare Sound in Clearwater on August 27.
  • The interview covers the band's historical messaging and Mothersbaugh's current career as a composer.

Who's Mentioned

personMark Mothersbaugh“Lead singer of Devo and CEO of Mutato Muzika.”locationClearwater“City where the concert will take place.”organizationDevo“Punk rock band.”personBob Mothersbaugh“Founding member and lead guitarist of Devo.”locationBayCare Sound“Venue for the upcoming Devo concert.”organizationOhio National Guard“Involved in the 1970 Kent State shootings.”personGerald Casale“Founding member of Devo.”locationKent State University“Site of the 1970 anti-war protest and shootings.”