Devoted to one of the most successful British bands of modern times, this publication explores the music and legacy of Depeche Mode. It features guides to their most sought-after singles and albums from around the world, alongside a comprehensive UK discography. In-depth features examine every studio album, while additional sections explore their films, live releases, and most celebrated remixes. The collection also includes fan profiles and insights into the solo work of key members such as Dave Gahan and Martin Gore, as well as a look at the post-band career of Vince Clarke. Combining analysis, discographic detail, and fan perspectives, it offers a broad overview of a band whose influence continues to shape electronic music and pop culture.
Record Collector Presents Depeche Mode
Editor’s Note
Speak & Spell
Reach Out And Touch Faith
New Life – Vince Clarke Post-Depeche Mode • Terry Staunton on the continuing pop adventures of one of Depeche Mode’s founding members, Vince Clarke.
A Broken Frame
Construction Time Again
Rare Singles • Top collector Francesco Grasso gives us the lowdown on the Depeche Mode singles to add to that wants list.
Some Great Reward
Reach Out And Touch Faith
Depeche Mode – Film-By-Film • After a shaky start, Depeche Mode’s promo videos and live films became an integral part of their appeal. Kevin Harley takes us through their career on film, extravagant bottom work and all…
Black Celebration
Music For The Masses
Depeche Mode By Anton Corbijn • Over the following pages you’ll find a taste of what to expect from Depeche Mode By Anton Corbijn, the hardcover book celebrating the band’s longstanding collaboration with the Dutch photographer. It’s a detailed illustrated history of how Corbijn, who became in 1986 the band’s de facto creative director, and helped cement Depeche Mode’s reputation as the biggest cult band in the world.
Reach Out And Touch Faith
Europa Hymns – Martin Gore Solo • Chris Roberts delves deep into the extra-curricular musical activities of Depeche Mode’s principal songwriter.
Violator
Songs Of Faith And Devotion
Reach Out And Touch Faith
Dreaming Of Them • When Michaela Olexova (pictured below) first took photographs of Depeche Mode, she could never have dreamt that within a few months she’d be the editor of BONG, the official fanclub magazine. Here she tells Jamie Atkins how it all happened and about her new book, DREAM – Depeche Mode Photographs 1994-2002.
Ultra
Exciter
Reach Out And Touch Faith
Dave Gahan Paper Monsters
Rare albums • Top collector Francesco Grasso on some of the most sought-after long-playing rarities among Depeche Mode fans.
Playing The Angel
Dave Gahan Hourglass
Shout It To The Top • “Onstage is where these Depeche Mode come to life” – Niall Doherty is your guide to the live albums that capture our heroes in their element.
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Sounds Of The Universe
Dave Gahan & Soulsavers The Light The Dead See/Angels & Ghosts
Reach Out And Touch Faith
Delta Machine
Spirit
Dave Gahan & Soulsavers Imposters
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Deconstruction Time Again • Wesley Doyle gives us his pick of the remixes.
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