Jim Mothersbaugh

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Jim Mothersbaugh (born January 18, 1956 in Akron, Ohio) was the second drummer for Devo, replacing Rod Reisman who only played for a single show. Jim and his 2 year older brother Bob joined Devo with his 4 year older brother, Mark. At that time he created a primitive form of electronic drum set, which he later perfected.

Jim appears on several early Devo demos. Later he performed as an equipment technician for the band on the 1980 tour, and worked at Roland for much of the 80s to help create one of the most important things in music and music production even to this day, "Midi."

He is currently living in Akron, Ohio raising his family, and still makes time to make appearances at the DE-VOtionals - an annual Devo fan gathering in Akron.

[edit] Trivia

  • Jim's nickname in Devo was "Jungle Jim".
  • Willow Springs resident, Kyle BonĂ©, believes Jim to be the unsung hero of Devo.


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