Recently, my son bemoaned the fact that his beloved Happy Meal toy was American idol themed and he hoped he could exchange it for something “more cool”. Apparently he wasn’t the only one who took umbrage to this theme. Devo (the band) are suing the bosses of McDonald's over the use of the band's likeness in a Happy Meal toy.The band claim the "American Idol" tribute figure, New Wave Nigel, was based on their famous image, as seen in their "Whip It" video.
(New Wave Nigel could not be reached for comment however, his lawyer , the Grimace issued a terse “No comment.” )
Devo bass player Gerald Casale, who came up with the band's odd jumpsuited look, says, "We're in the midst of suing them. They didn't ask us anything. Plus, we don't like McDonald's, and we don't like American Idol, so we're doubly offended."
Hmmm… I wonder how many people took double offense to the release of Devo 2.0 last year?
“Crrr-ack that whip!”
(New Wave Nigel could not be reached for comment however, his lawyer , the Grimace issued a terse “No comment.” )
Devo bass player Gerald Casale, who came up with the band's odd jumpsuited look, says, "We're in the midst of suing them. They didn't ask us anything. Plus, we don't like McDonald's, and we don't like American Idol, so we're doubly offended."
Hmmm… I wonder how many people took double offense to the release of Devo 2.0 last year?“Crrr-ack that whip!”
