- Monsterman — Devo

"Monsterman" is a 2012 single by the American new wave band , specifically written as the theme song for the Syfy reality television series Monster Man . Origins and TV Theme

The song incorporates elements of the band's "devolutionary" philosophy and classic sci-fi influences:

The song was written by Devo co-founder as a favor for Cleve Hall, the special effects artist featured in the show Monster Man . Casale noted that the track was composed in just 15 minutes, driven by the band's long-standing love for retro science fiction.

: The track was officially released as a single on April 17, 2012 . Lyrical and Musical Details

: Drum programming for the track was handled by Gerald and Robert Casale. It later appeared on the 2013 compilation album Something Else for Everybody , which featured tracks originally intended for their 2010 album Something for Everybody . Key Personnel

: The band appeared in the season one finale of the series, titled "Devoman vs. Clevezilla," where they performed in a music video and were humorously "incinerated" by a monster.

: The lyrics reference the "House of Pain," a direct nod to H.G. Wells' 1896 book The Island of Doctor Moreau and its 1932 film adaptation Island of Lost Souls , which were foundational inspirations for the band.