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[EP 379] The Sound Architect: How Robert Margouleff Shaped Stevie Wonder & DEVO
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- Apr 30, 2026
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Summary
This episode features an interview with Robert Margouleff, author of Shaping Sounds: Stevie Wonder, DEVO, The Synth Revolution, and My Life Behind the Music . Grammy Award-winning producer Robert Margouleff takes you inside one of the most groundbreaking eras in music history. From co-creating the massive TONTO synthesizer to helping shape Stevie Wonder’s classic run of albums— Music of My Mind , Talking Book , Innervisions , and Fulfillingness’ First Finale —Margouleff shares firsthand stories of innovation, risk-taking, and redefining what popular music could sound like. He also reflects on his work during the rise of the synth revolution, his connection to DEVO, and the creative breakthroughs that changed recording forever. This is a rare, in-depth conversation with the man behind the sound. Purchase a copy of Shaping Sounds: Stevie Wonder, DEVO, The Synth Revolution, and My Life Behind the Music Visit Robert Margouleff's website Email Robert Margouleff: [email protected] ---------- 🎧 Listen Ad-Free on Patreon Support Booked On Rock and get every new episode completely commercial-free with the Backstage Pass. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BookedOnRock 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: [email protected] The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe