Yes, the lyrics probably aren’t going to change the world, but its naivety is part of the charm, and when it erupted halfway through with lead synth lines criss-crossing one another in some kind of Doctor Who cyber battle, it was impossible to ignore the potential of the fresh-faced fourpiece from Basildon.Īrguably the creation amidst Depeche’s catalogue that solidified the band as serious contenders on the world stage, this oblique treatise to the human condition, set to driving electronic rock of a slightly noir disposition, set a tone very much their own – and with a guitar at its epicentre, no less. Rewinding back to the very first steps of Depeche Mode’s career, this legendary tech-pop offering was the finest track from the equally iconic 1981 Some Bizzare compilation, and by some distance. Buy the Classic Pop Presents: Depeche Mode digital magazine 40 Photographic (Some Bizarre version) (1981) Here, we celebrate the darker sides of classic pop music, dipping into every one of the eras discussed above – and what a unique and incredible journey it has been. Somehow, they have managed to keep their momentum going while – for the most part, anyway – sticking the fingers up at pandering to commercial whims and chart success (only to get that success anyway). Reinvention appears to have come naturally to Depeche Mode. As such, this is a group who have been dragged viciously through a particularly thorny hedge backwards, upside down and every which way besides in order to get to 2019: chronic substance addiction, losing vital members at vital moments – twice – in their history, yada yada yada… Plus, throughout all that, the Devil had – at various points – made himself very comfortable in the details of all of it. And their third that was, well, without Alan Wilder as their techno-whizz filter, yet still capably negating another imminent breakdown and carrying the Depeche torch stridently forward – still flame-on.
The second, with a moodier, more determined Martin Gore seizing the songwriting reins and engaging Alan Wilder as their in-house techno-whizz filter, for a shadowy journey of open experimentation – and myriad electronics – that led to the occupation of the world stage. The first – their instantly successful early years as fresh-faced, Vince Clarke-led all-out synth-poppers, delivering hooks that still soundtrack many a disco to this day. Nonetheless, it’s our duty as Classic Pop to face the music – and choose.įrom the first wide-eyed bars of debut 45 Dreaming Of Me right up to the musically matured sounds and preaching-on-the-pedestal politics of 2017’s Spirit, Depeche Mode is a band of three recognisable eras. Their latest studio album, 2017’s Spirit, debuted at #5 on the Billboard 200 and the UK album charts (becoming their 17th Top 10 UK album), and launched a world tour that saw the band play to more than 3.5 million fans.In our list of the top Depeche Mode songs we count down from 40 to 1, spanning a career that’s lasted more than four decades…Ī s evidenced by the vastly differing individual Top 10 favourite tracks offered up by our very own Classic Pop team, positioning Depeche Mode’s finest musical moments into a coherent order that might be accepted by the masses could be viewed as nothing short of impossible. The band’s 14 studio albums have reached the Top Ten in over 20 countries, including the US and UK. Depeche Mode - Martin Gore, Dave Gahan, and Andy Fletcher - continue to win critical and commercial acclaim both in the studio and on the road, with innumerable musicians citing them as inspirations. One of the most respected, innovative, and best-selling musical acts today, Depeche Mode have sold over 100 million records and played live to more than 30 million fans around the world. The band have released over 50 music videos and multiple critically-acclaimed concert films, working with award-winning directors including Anton Corbijn and D.A. Video is an integral expression of Depeche Mode’s artistry.
Subscribe to join the Depeche Mode YouTube community and check back for announcements, updates, and more! The Depeche Mode channel is the band’s official YouTube home, featuring the catalogue of the iconic band’s official music videos, live performances, lyric videos and Depeche Mode-approved playlists. The lies and deceit gained a little more power Original song from the ‘Construction Time Again’ album (Sire/Mute Records - 1983)įrom the contract there’s no turning back Depeche Mode - "Everything Counts" (Official Video) directed by Clive Richardson
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