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  1. Apr 22, 2020 · The New Wave icon talks about his work on 'Rugrats,' 'Rushmore,' 'Tiger King,' and more. He also reveals how he scored 'Pee-wee's Playhouse' in a week and why he quit Devo.

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  2. May 24, 2022 · Composer and Devo co-founder Mark Mothersbaugh sits down with Pitchfork and closely examines his creative process.

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    Mothersbaugh attended Kent State as an art student, where he met Devo co-founders Jerry Casale and Bob Lewis. In early 1970, Lewis and Casale formed the idea of the "devolution" of the human race after Casale's friend Jeffrey Miller was killed by Ohio National Guardsmen firing on a student demonstration. Intrigued by the concept, Mothersbaugh joine...

    Mothersbaugh was born to parents Mary Margaret ("Mig") and Robert Mothersbaugh, Sr. He has two younger brothers, Bob and Jim, and two sisters, Amy and Susan. His father appeared in early Devo films and fan events as the character General Boy, and his brothers participated in the band, although Jim's tenure was brief. At the age of seven, Mothersbau...

    Mothersbaugh was honored with the Richard Kirk award at the 2004 BMI Film and TV Awards. The award is given annually to a composer who has made significant contributions to film and television music. On May 10, 2008, Mothersbaugh was awarded an honorary doctorate of humane letters from Kent State University.

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  4. He composed the music for the 13-year run of the animated series Rugrats and its three related theatrical films. He has created film scores for Wes Anderson and for Marvel Movies.

  5. Jan 5, 2024 · Mark Mothersbaugh’s creation of the Rugrats theme song has become an enduring symbol of our childhoods. Its playful melody and clever lyrics perfectly capture the essence of the mischievous Rugrats gang and their imaginative adventures.

  6. May 17, 2021 · The Devo frontman and composer returns to provide the music for the classic Nickelodeon cartoon's revival on Paramount+. Hear his updated version of the theme song and learn how he and his brother Bob Mothersbaugh keep the show's original sound.

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