New Traditionalists

DEVO

New Traditionalists

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Through Being Cool 3:11 2. Jerkin’ Back ’n’ Forth 3:01 3. Pity You 2:43 4. Soft Things 3:24 5. Going Under 3:26 6. Race of Doom 3:41 7. Love Without Anger 2:34 8. The Super Thing 4:19 9. Beautiful World 3:33 10. Enough Said 3:27
New Traditionalists is the fifth studio album by American rock band DEVO, released in 1981. The album features a blend of new wave and punk rock, showcasing the band's characteristic sound that combines quirky melodies with robotic rhythms and satirical lyrics. It includes hit singles such as 'Through Being Cool' and 'Beautiful World'. The album is notable for its exploration of themes related to technology, society, and the concept of the 'traditionalist' versus 'modernist' conflict. Its legacy lies in its influence on the new wave genre and its commentary on contemporary culture.