About Us
Around 1996, the DEVO Bootleg Archive was born. Mike Watters, mastermind of operations, offered spuds a tremendous opportunity and access to a great wealth of rarities from their favorite band. Sadly a few years later, it collapsed.
Fast forward to 2003. Pals Rob Lee and Thom Chiki begin discussing what a shame it is that the DBA has been out of commission for so long, depriving fans of the wonderful service. The idea is hatched and the ball begins to roll. Thom talks to Alex via AOL Instant Messenger about the idea and Alex gets his ass in gear. We’re all sick of not being able to hear all this great stuff we can all plainly see was once available.
By April of 2004, Alex has amassed enough material that Booji Boy’s Basement opens. Dozens of fans email the creators in search of DEVO rarities. Soon, it becomes obvious that VHS is obsolete and the project to organize everything onto DVD begins. Generous spuds from all over the world donate things missing from the collection and it grew into what you see before you today.
Remember this, spuds: we are here to serve and educate. We do it all for you.