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Fletch sat down a week ago, and talked with the webmaster (Daniel Barassi) about the new album, the new tour, and Martin's fixation with eBay.

Question (Daniel Barassi): Ben Hillier is the producer of the new record. What's it's like having Ben back producing this new record, and what do you feel he and his crew bring to a Depeche Mode project?

Answer (Fletch): We were very pleased with Ben on the last album. Normally, Depeche Mode don't use the same guy twice. Maybe that's because the same guy doesn't want to work with us twice (laugh). Ben's been more tyrant-like on this album. We've recorded a lot more songs than usual, so there was a lot more work to be done. He was really on the case.

Q: In some of the studio video clips, one of Ben's crew is playing a lot of guitar with Martin. Can you tell us more?

A: His name is Luke Smith. On the last album we had Dave McCracken. Luke is doing the same role on this album, basically acting as an extra musician. To be honest, the atmosphere is generally very very good. It was quite smooth. It was even good fun, and we're very pleased with what we've produced. I think we've produced something that is very good.

Q: Was there any particular sound the band was aiming for, going into the studio?

A: There never normally is when we go into the studio. Obviously, we had Martin's demos, but I think one of the driving forces, inspirationally, was Martin's obsession with eBay and analog synthesizers.

Q: I wanted to ask about that, actually. Ben was doing that during "Playing The Angel", right?

A: Yeah, well Martin's got a new obsession I suppose, and he chose analog synthesizers and guitar pedals. Every couple of days, a package would arrive. We'd get the item out, and see what it sounded like. That was quite an inspiration. Generally, I think it's more of an electronic album. There is guitar on it, of course, but much more electronic than "Playing The Angel".

Q: Do you feel with all the new toys in the studio, that it helped or hurt the process of recording? Was there a fear of over-production, or was the new equipment helpful?

A: It was very inspirational, just getting something to arrive that you've heard is good, and then trying it out. You've got a particular sound you like, and we'd say "let's try this thing". There was literally boxes showing up every day.

Q: Obviously some of this vintage equipment was very old. Did all of it actually work?

A: No, they were all in very good condition.

Q: Dave brought some songs to this new album, as he did on "Playing The Angel". What's it like having two songwriters in the band now, and do you feel this adds strength to the project?

A: Well, we did have two songwriters before in the band...

Q: Yes (Vince Clarke and Alan Wilder), but I mean now, in the current lineup.

A: The truth of the matter is I think generally Dave writing songs has really glued him a bit more to the group, and he's so much more confident and fulfilled. It's one of the main reasons the band is really gelling together. Dave's songwriting is improving all the time. You know, it's sometimes hard to actually distinguish between Dave's songs and Martin's songs. On top of that, Martin's been probably the most prolific he's even been as a songwriter for this project. He's written more songs, all of a good quality, that he's done for a long time, which is why I think there's so much quality on this record, going from the beginning to the end.

Q: Do you think the translation for the new songs to a live performance will be difficult, or will it be a smooth process?

A: Certain songs are generally suited to the live situation, and some songs aren't. Traditionally, when we are in the studio, we're not really thinking of the live situation. When we finish the album, then we start to concentrate fully on the tour. We're just in the process, at the moment, of picking which songs on the new album we are going to be playing, which old songs, and what versions are we going to be doing. Sometimes the remixes, for instance, give us quite a bit of inspiration.

Q: Any sort of fights over songs, or versions of songs, that the three of you want to perform on this tour?

A: I don't think it's a battle. I think the main problem is the vast amount of songs. Picking a set of songs, out of 200...if you imagine that you are going to play six or seven new tracks, so that's probably fourteen songs from two hundred songs, that's what makes me very very difficult. And I think the first leg of the tour being stadiums, I think we have to keep an eye on making sure that the set is right for that sort of venue as well.

Q: You have shot some more studio footage. Were you surprised by the positive fan reaction for the FletchCam(tm) footage from Playing The Angel, and how do you feel having the camera in the studio affects the recording process?

A: I don't think the camera in the studio affects the process at all. Basically, what I'm trying to do is film anything that is of any sort of interest. You know, these guys like to be filmed (laughs).

Q: Did you have fun doing it?

A: I do. I don't normally see myself as a very good cameraman. I think on "Playing The Angel", I was shaking quite a bit, so I just tried to keep it a bit more steady this time.

Q: Do you enjoy being in front of the camera, or behind.

A: I don't mind. When I am doing the studio footage, it's sometimes weird because I'm doing nearly all the footage, I'm not really in (the film) that much. I don't mind that too much, but I don't mind being in front of the camera.

Q: The press conference held back in October was so big online that it initially crashed both the official DM site, and the video streaming web site. After all the years, the albums, and the tours, how fulfilling is it that the band still maintain such a high lever of hardcore fans, and what do you attribute that to?

A: To be honest, it surprises us. The live situation is even bigger than it was during the height of our chart fame. Some of these gigs we're playing in Europe...I mean, when Violator was out, we were playing small areas, and we were all over the charts. It's incredible. I think one of the reasons why so many tickets have been sold for this tour is because we put an effort to make every show a really good quality.

Q: It has to be odd to look at record sales being one number, and your live shows be such a higher number. Does that throw you at all?

A: Not really, because Depeche Mode have been going for nearly 30 years. People have been falling in love with Depeche Mode all the time over those years. People like different periods more than other periods. No, I understand that. We still sell quite a few records. It's hard to say that, with not too many records being sold, overall.

Q: In the studio, a "No On Prop 8" sign can be seen taped to one of the studio windows (this is a reference to the California proposition against gay marriage). On the sign is written the tag line "Unfair & Wrong". The first single is called "Wrong". Coincidence?

A: There is no coincidence. "Wrong" was actually written before that. An interesting thing was that in Santa Barbara, our studio was right next to the Obama headquarters. We actually nipped next door, and got some freebies, so we had badges and everything. It was quite cool.

Q: Are any of you actually registered to vote in the US?

A: We're all British citizens.

Q: Was there any sort of thought to persuade fans, or is it just that the band had an opinion, and nothing more?

A: You have to remember that Dave lives in America, and is married to an American. Martin was married to an American. I'm really into politics. We were quite aware of Obama, and the whole election was happening while we were in America. We were very pro-Obama, and we felt the excitement.

Q: Is there anything you want to say to fans reading on the web site?

A: There's a lot of information that is going to be coming out. I do understand the frustration of the fans on the web site, but as I've said before, it is an official site. One of the problems with an official web site is you only put things up when they are official.

Q: What do you see in the future for Depeche Mode, long term?

A: Well, to be honest, we always give the same answer. We've done the album, then we're going to the tour. Other than that, we're not really looking beyond that. All I can say that the feeling around the band at the moment is very very good, and bodes well for the future.

Depeche Mode Announce Track Listing For Forthcoming Album "Sounds Of The Universe"

12th Studio Album Released April 20th, 2009
First New Single "Wrong" Out April 6th, 2009

Depeche Mode have announced the track listing for their eagerly anticipated 12th studio album "Sounds Of The Universe", released April 20th, on Mute. The release is preceded by their stunning new single "Wrong", out April 6th - the first single to be taken from the album.

"Sounds Of The Universe" marks a reunion between Depeche Mode and Ben Hillier, who previously produced their 2005 album "Playing The Angel". Eclectic and energised, the band’s new LP was recorded in Santa Barbara and New York.

"Sounds Of The Universe" Track Listing

1. In Chains
2. Hole To Feed
3. Wrong
4. Fragile Tension
5. Little Soul
6. In Sympathy
7. Peace
8. Come Back
9. Spacewalker
10. Perfect
11. Miles Away / The Truth Is
12. Jezebel
13. Corrupt

Stay tuned for more details on the release of "Sounds Of The Universe".

DEPECHE MODE
ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF
SOUNDS OF THE UNIVERSE
APRIL 21, 2009

January 15, 2009- Groundbreaking, chart-topping electro legends Depeche Mode are proud to announce the release of their long-anticipated new studio album, Sounds Of The Universe on April 21, 2009 (Mute Records).

Eclectic and energized, the band's new release is their most dazzling and diverse album in decades. Recorded in Santa Barbara and New York, Depeche Mode returned to using a lot of vintage gear, from analogue synthesizers to drum machines, in order to conjure up the retro-futuristic arrangements featured on the album. Lyrically the release contains many of the group's enduring obsessions plus more overt black humor than any of their previous collections.

Like with their 2005 studio album, Playing The Angel, Sounds Of The Universe features writing credits for both Martin Gore, the group's primary songwriter, and Dave Gahan who after honing his talents on two solo albums, has earned his place as Depeche Mode's second writer. The release also marks a reunion between the band and producer Ben Hillier (Blur, Doves, Elbow), who worked with the band to help give their new album its timeless sound. The first single from the release, "Wrong," grabs the listener's attention from its first stack-heeled, staccato shriek. Over stomping beats, screeching synthesizers, and Dave's overlord chant, "Wrong" already feels like a Depeche Mode classic. Other standout tracks include Martin's velvet-lined Scott Walker croon on the sensual lounge-music ballad "Jezebel," to the sci-fi gospel-blues hymn "In Chains" and "Hole To Feed," which marries modern electronics to a floor-shaking, bone-rattling Bo Diddley beat.

As one of the most influential bands of the post-punk era, with global sales in excess of 100 million, Depeche Mode belongs to a select premiere league of super groups who have survived from the early 1980s with their ideals, creative vision and core members intact. Formed in 1981, Depeche Mode - Martin Gore, Dave Gahan and Andy 'Fletch' Fletcher - continue to win critical and commercial acclaim across the world both in the studio and on the road. All of the band's 11 studio albums have reached the Top Ten in not only the UK and USA but 20 plus countries around the world including Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland, and Belgium. Additionally, since their inception Depeche Mode's live shows continue to be a must-see attraction, with the group playing to 2.8 million people across 31 countries on their last tour alone.

Depeche Mode will be announcing additional album details and tour news in the coming weeks. For more information please go to www.depechemode.com.

In a world exclusive TV premiere, the legendary British band will be introducing "Wrong", the debut single from the forthcoming "Sounds Of The Universe", at the 2009 Echo Awards in Berlin, Germany.

"Since the 80's Depeche Mode have been setting trends and creative courses in pop music, and seemingly effortlessly, but always with great sincerity, spanning the past and the future of pop music." explains Prof. Dieter Gorny, Chairman of Deutsche Phono-Akademie, the cultural institute of Bundesverband Musikindustrie e.V.. "It is a big honour for us that the band is presenting their first song of their highly anticipated new album world exclusively at the Echo Award Show." The Award show, produced by MME, will be hosted by Barbara Schöneberger and Oliver Pocher.

German national public TV station Das Erste (ARD) will broadcast the ECHO 2009 on the 21st February from 8:15 pm.

Other artists appearing at the award show will Amy McDonald, Katy Perry and U2.

Tickets for the show are available now, and can be purchased online via www.eventim.de.

"Wrong", the first single from Depeche Mode's twelfth studio album "Sounds Of The Universe", will be released on April 6th, 2009 (April 7th in North America).

The world premiere of "Wrong" will be on the Echo Awards television show in Germany on February 21st. The rest of the universe will get to hear "Wrong" on the radio, starting February 23rd.

DEPECHE MODE ANNOUNCE 2009 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES

SPECIAL DELUXE EDITION BOX SET SCHEDULED FOR RELEASEON APRIL 20TH (Europe) IN CONJUNCTION WITH 12th STUDIO ALBUM 'SOUNDS OF THE UNIVERSE'

"Dave Gahan's voice is as captivating as ever and Martin Gore's songwriting is still in full form..it serves as foolproof evidence that Depeche Mode has no plans for retirement." — FILTER MAGAZINE

NEW YORK, NY - February 20, 2009 — Groundbreaking electro legends Depeche Mode have announced North American cities and dates for their upcoming "Tour Of The Universe," which will mark the group's most extensive outing in the region in several years. Kicking off in Toronto on July 24th, the band's 22-city North American tour will cover both the US and Canada and hit most major markets across the continent (see dates below). Tickets for select markets are set to go on sale on March 13th.

Depeche Mode's "Tour of the Universe" is happening in conjunction with the release of the group's twelfth studio album, Sounds Of the Universe (Mute/Capitol/Virgin), which will be released on April 20th in Europe, and April 21st in North America. Alongside a standard CD format, Depeche Mode has announced that Sounds Of The Universe will also be released as a Special Edition CD+DVD and a Deluxe Box Set that will include a host of exclusive material:

•  Three CDs containing the album, bonus songs and remixes, as well as 14 demos available exclusively-- a career first for Depeche Mode.
•  A DVD that will feature three films: Making The Universe, a behind-the scenes documentary about the recording of the album, Usual Thing, Try And Get The Question In The Answer (a conversation with the band discussing recording techniques, intercut with personal archive footage from previous album sessions) and Sounds Of The Universe (a short film featuring track by track with the band). The DVD will also include the promo video for the album's first single "Wrong" (directed by Patrick Daughters), plus four songs filmed live in the studio in December 2008 and a version of the album the album mixed in DTS 5.1 surround sound
•  Two 84-page hardback books, one featuring the lyrics to all the songs from the Sounds Of The Universe sessions, accompanied by exclusive photography by Anton Corbijn. The second book will contain exclusive and candid studio photography by Daniel Miller, Ben Hillier, Luke Smith and Ferg Peterkin.

(A full rundown of all of the "Sounds Of The Universe" release formats can be found on the SOTU details page)

In addition, the album will also be released as a double vinyl LP (including a Sounds Of The Universe CD) and as a download.

Cities and dates for the group's 2009 North American concert tour are:
Friday, July 24th (Toronto)
Saturday, July 25th (Montreal)
Tuesday, July 28th (Washington, DC)
Friday, July 31st (Boston)
Saturday, August 1st (Atlantic City)
Monday, August 3rd (New York)
Monday, August 10th (Seattle)
Wednesday, August 12th (San Francisco)
Friday, August 14th (San Diego)
Sunday, August 16th (Los Angeles)
Monday, August 17th (Los Angeles)
Thursday, August 20th (Santa Barbara)
Saturday, August 22nd (Las Vegas)
Sunday, August 23rd (Phoenix)
Tuesday, August 25th (Salt Lake City)
Thursday, August 27th (Denver)
Saturday, August 29th (Dallas)
Sunday, August 30th (Houston)
Tuesday, Sept 1st (Atlanta)
Friday, Sept 4th (Tampa)
Saturday, Sept 5th (Ft. Lauderdale)

As one of the most influential bands of the post-punk era with global sales in excess of 100 million, Depeche Mode belongs to a select premiere league of super groups who have survived from the early 1980s with their ideals, creative vision and core members intact. Formed in 1981, Depeche Mode - Martin Gore, Dave Gahan and Andy 'Fletch' Fletcher - continue to win critical and commercial acclaim across the world both in the studio and on the road. All of the band's 11 studio albums have reached the Top Ten in not only the UK and USA but 20 plus countries around the world including Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland, and Belgium. Since their inception, Depeche Mode's live shows continue to be a must-see attraction, with the group playing to 2.8 million people across 31 countries on their last tour alone.

Depeche Mode - Wrong
New Single Released April 6th
'Sounds Of The Universe' Out April 20th

Depeche Mode release Wrong, April 6th, on Mute, the first single from their eagerly-anticipated new album 'Sounds Of The Universe'.

Wrong is written by Martin Gore and produced by Ben Hillier (Blur, Doves, Elbow) who previously produced their 2005 album 'Playing The Angel' and the new album 'Sounds Of The Universe'.

Wrong grabs the listener's attention from its first stack-heeled, staccato shriek. Over stomping beats and screeching synthesisers, Dave hammers out Martin's darkly comic reflections on a lifetime of mistakes, misdeeds and bad decisions. The track has a guaranteed future as a sky-punching stadium anthem - a Depeche Mode classic.

"We knew at an early stage that Wrong was going to be the first single because it's quite different to anything we've released before. It's got a rap feel to it, it's probably as close to R&B as we're ever going to sound." says Martin.

The single is available on 2 CDs - a 2 track and a maxi featuring remixes of the single - plus 7", and includes the exclusive B-side Oh Well, co-written by Dave and Martin. Full tracklistings below:

7" - BONG 40
A. Wrong
B. Oh Well

CD1 - CDBONG 40
1. Wrong
2. Oh Well (Black Light Odyssey Remix)

CD2 - Maxi - LCDBONG 40
1. Wrong
2. Wrong - Trentemøller Club Remix
3. Wrong - Thin White Duke Remix
4. Wrong - Magda's Scallop Funk Mix
5. Wrong - D.I.M. vs Boys Noise Remix

Following the release of 'Sounds Of The Universe', Depeche Mode embark on their mammoth, global 'Tour Of The Universe', which kicks off in Israel, May 10th.

The tour features a date at London's O2 Arena, May 30th, which remarkably sold out in one hour.

Debut of the first iTunes Pass with groundbreaking electro legends Depeche Mode. With iTunes Pass, music fans can get new and exclusive singles, remixes, video and other content from their favorite artists over a set period of time, delivered to their libraries as soon as they're available.

The first iTunes Pass debuts today in conjunction with Depeche Mode's forthcoming 12th studio album, "Sounds of the Universe," to be released on April 21 in the US. Fans who sign up starting today get the alternative/dance pioneers' new single, "Wrong," as well as the Black Light Odyssey Dub Remix of the new track "Oh Well." They will also receive the new album on its street date plus great music and video exclusives before and after the album's release over the next fifteen weeks. The Depeche Mode iTunes Pass can be purchased starting today for $18.99.

Links:

iTunes Pass edition | standard iTunes pre-order
 
 

standard UK iTunes pre-order | deluxe iTunes pre-order
 
 

standard iTunes pre-order | deluxe iTunes pre-order
 
 

standard iTunes pre-order | deluxe iTunes pre-order

Check out the video for "Wrong", now on YouTube!

Along with the video to the left, you can also view the video in HD quality!

Depeche Mode - Dave Gahan, Martin Gore and Andy Fletcher, return to the UK and Ireland in December with their eagerly anticipated "Tour Of The Universe".

The new UK & Ireland dates are:

December
Thu 10th - DUBLIN, O2 The Point (on sale now)
Sat 12th - GLASGOW, SECC
Sun 13th - BIRMINGHAM, LG Arena
Tue 15th - LONDON, O2 Arena
Fri 18th - MANCHESTER, MEN Arena

Tickets go on sale 9am Friday 27th March
Tickets are priced at £35 & £45 subject to booking fee and are available from http://www.livenation.co.uk
The Dublin Show is on sale now
Tickets priced at £62 subject to booking fee and are available from www.ticketmaster.ie

Depeche Mode start their world "Tour of the Universe" May 10th in Israel and finish this European leg on July 12th in Spain. They play 36 dates, which features 26 massive stadium shows and includes a London show May 30th at the 02 Arena that sold out in less than an hour.

Their 23-date North American tour starts July 24th in Toronto before finishing in Florida September 5th. The band will then be returning to Europe for more dates, including these new UK shows.

Their eagerly anticipated new album "Sounds of the Universe" is released April 20th (UK) and includes their glorious new single "Wrong". The stark video for "Wrong" was directed by Patrick Daughters who previously worked with Liars, Kings of Leon and Yeah Yeah Yeahs.

Here are some more photos from Mute Records. This week, we get a peek at the vinyl being prepared for "Sounds Of The Universe"!

Remember to check out our SOTU Details page now to pre-order the vinyl edition.

Enjoy this special web exclusive!

Here is the footage that Fletch (and some of the crew...but mostly Fletch) shot during the recording of "Sounds Of The Universe", re-edited to the first single from "Sounds Of The Universe", "Wrong"!

"Wrong", the first single from "Sounds Of The Universe". The single is available April 6th (Europe) and April 7th (North America), 2009. The album comes out April 20th (Europe) and April 21st (North America).

http://archives.depechemode.com/sotu.html

Camera: Andrew Fletcher (mostly...)
Editing: Daniel Barassi

Depeche Mode will shut down Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles for an exclusive outdoor nighttime performance to be broadcast live on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Thursday, April 23 (12:05-1:05 a.m. ET/PT). This will be Depeche Mode's first late-night talk show performance since announcing their upcoming "Tour Of The Universe," which will include material from their highly anticipated twelfth studio album Sounds Of the Universe (Mute/Capitol/Virgin) to be released on April 21st. The band's special performance will feature a multi-song set for the fans on the boulevard including two songs to be broadcast on Jimmy Kimmel Live! one of which will be their new single, Wrong.

This unique performance will take place on a custom-built stage on the corner of Hollywood Blvd. and Vine St. at the doorstep of the new W Hollywood Residences.

To win special KROQ VIP tickets, visit the KROQ web site.

To get tickets, visit the 1iota web site.

Here are some more photos from Mute Records. This week, we get a peek at the box sets being prepared for "Sounds Of The Universe"!

Remember to check out our SOTU Details page now to order the box set edition.

Due to overwhelming demand tickets for the Depeche Mode performance on the April 23rd Jimmy Kimmel show are no longer available. This event is invite only and is not open to the general public. Please do not come to the Hollywood location on April 23rd if you do not have a ticket - you will be turned away.

However, there is some good news. We do have 150 VIP pit bracelets to give away. We're happy to announce that 75 winners will receive 2 VIP pit bracelets through this special contest on the site. Click here to enter. Good luck!

Just to be clear, if you already have a ticket to the event (1iota, KROQ), you are ok.

Here are even more photos smuggled out of Mute Records. This week, we get more peeks at the box sets being prepared for "Sounds Of The Universe"!

Remember to check out our SOTU Details page now to order the box set edition.

German retailer Saturn have a special commercial, featuring Depeche Mode.

This is one of the more unique spots promoting the release of "Sounds Of The Universe" (out NOW, by the way).

The wait is over.

Sounds Of The Universe is out now!

Hit our Sounds Of The Universe Details page for links to all retailers!

If you have a Facebook account, we invite you to go check out the new "Test Of The Universe".

We warn you...it's not an easy test!

NME is giving away a SOTU box set!

Go to their web site to enter.

Depeche Mode "Rocked The Boulevard" last night.

For those of you who could not make it to the Hollywood Boulevard show, two of the songs were broadcast on Jimmy Kimmel Live last night. Those songs are now up, in HD, on YouTube:

Wrong:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDAJGYvCaKs&fmt=22

Personal Jesus
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UufutYiaqzs&fmt=22

Depeche Mode make their first ever appearance on BBC2's "Later with Jools Holland" next week.

The band will perform tracks from their new album 'Sounds Of The Universe'on Tuesday's Live show on April 28th at 10 pm and an extended hour-long Showon Friday May 1st at 11.35pm.

Also featured on the show are Lily Allen and Sonic Youth.

This week, Ben battles with an unruly MIDI controller, while working on "Come Back".

Check out these images from the Jimmy Kimmel Live performance.

New Single Out June 15th On Mute

Depeche Mode release their sublime new single 'Peace' on June 15th, taken from their acclaimed album 'Sounds Of The Universe', which entered the UK charts at No. 2 and went straight to No.1 in Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, Mexico, Sweden, Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland with more charts to come.

Written by Martin Gore and produced by Ben Hillier, 'Peace' is one of the standout tracks from the brand new record and the follow-up to 'Wrong' - the first single from the album. The Sunday Times Culture says, "'Peace' is the album's most beautiful song," while The Sun declares, "It's a stunning electro-hymn, a classic."

'Peace' was written back to back with 'Little Soul' from the album and their spiritual element forms a cornerstone to the album. "We've had spiritual references on previous records, with this one it's a little more obvious." says Martin. The track features exquisitely placed electronics and cathartic choral refrains from Dave Gahan and Martin Gore.

Depeche Mode's 12th studio album is a dazzling and diverse record. Having spent over 400 combined weeks in the UK charts, the band are ready to enjoy many more weeks at the top with 'Sounds Of The Universe'.

From April 28 to May 26, 2009, Depeche Mode is inviting all budding DJs and aspiring producers out there to remix the band's single 'Peace', taken from their new album 'Sounds of the Universe'. The winning remix will be released on Beatport.com through Mute Records. The grand prize winner will also win a Jazzmutant Lemur multitouch controller, Native Instrument's Maschine groove production studio, a Pacemaker portable DJ system, V-Moda headphones and a $250 Beatport gift card.

Head over to Beatport now for all of the details!

This week, Dave and Martin work on vocals for "Ghost", a song from the Box Set edition of "Sounds Of The Universe".

We're happy to announce that the all new Depeche Mode "Sounds Of The Universe" app is now available in the iTunes App Store. This app allows you to make your own "Sounds Of The Universe" by turning the album art into a musical instrument. All of the sounds are from the "Sounds Of The Universe" recording sessions and make for endless combinations that you can control. Also, keep up on tour dates and news within the app. Best of all it's free!

Grab it now in the App Store!

This week, Martin works on a guitar riff for "Ghost", a song from the Box Set edition of "Sounds Of The Universe".

Due to illness of singer Dave Gahan the Depeche Mode show in Istanbul on May 14th is cancelled.

Dave was taken ill shortly before he was due to take the stage in Athens on May 12th, which resulted in his hospitalisation and cancellation of the show.

A new announcement will follow soon with regard to a either a new rescheduled date for this Depeche Mode Istanbul concert, or it's final cancellation. Organisers kindly request that ticket holders keep hold of their tickets, which will be valid if a new show date is scheduled, or will be refunded in the event that the show is cancelled altogether.

Depeche Mode have been forced to cancel two shows on their 'Sounds of the Universe' tour, yesterday's show in Athens (May 12) and tomorrow's show in Istanbul (May 14), due to the illness of singer Dave Gahan.

Dave fell ill with a severe bout of gastroenteritis shortly before he was due onstage in Athens which resulted in his immediate hospitalization. At this stage, Dave's primary concern is to return to full health and resume the tour as soon as possible.

Fans in Athens and Istanbul have been advised to hold onto their tickets as an announcement will be made shortly with regard to rescheduled dates or cancellation.

On Tuesday, May 12th, 2009, at 9pm (local time), the sudden feeling of physical discomfort that hit the singer of Depeche Mode, Dave Gahan, just a few minutes before going on stage for the band's performance, resulted in his immediate transfer to the hospital and the postponement of the band's show.

Even though everyone hoped for the singer's speedy recovery and the rescheduling of the band's show for today, May 13th, 2009, according to the information received by the band's management and the doctor on duty, the artist's health condition does not allow it.

Shortly, a new announcement will follow that will regard either a new date for the show of Depeche Mode, or its final cancellation.

The show's organizers kindly request that all you ticket holders keep your tickets as these will guarantee you your entrance if a new show date is scheduled or will allow you to get a refund in the event that the show is cancelled altogether.

Thank you all for your understanding.

Depeche Mode have been forced to cancel a further four shows on their Sounds of the Universe tour due to further complications from singer Dave Gahan's severe bout of gastroenteritis. Dave is currently undergoing further tests.

Depeche Mode apologise to all their fans for this inconvenience and wish Dave a speedy recovery. Further information will be released in due course.

The following shows have been cancelled:

May 16th Bucharest, Romania, Izvor Park
May 18th Sofia, Bulgaria, Vasil Levski Stadium
May 20th Belgrade, Serbia, USCE Park
May 21st Zagreb, Croatia, Arena

Ticket holders for the above shows are advised to hold on to their tickets as an announcement will be made shortly in regard to rescheduled dates or final cancellation.

Depeche Mode regret to announce that they are forced to cancel a further three shows on their "Tour of the Universe". Doctors have advised that more time is needed to allow singer, Dave Gahan, to fully recover from his recent illness and ensure that the tour can resume shortly.

Depeche Mode apologise to all their fans for this inconvenience and wish Dave a speedy recovery.

The following additional shows have been cancelled:

MAY
Sat 23 - Warsaw, Poland, Gwardia Stadium
Mon 25 - Riga, Latvia, Skonto Stadium
Wed 27 - Vilnius, Lithuania, Zalgiris Stadium

Ticket holders for the above shows are advised to hold onto their tickets, as an announcement will follow soon with regard to either new rescheduled concert dates, or their final cancellation.

Depeche Mode are pleased to announce they will restart their interrupted Tour Of The Universe in Leipzig, Germany on June 8th. On May 12th, lead singer Dave Gahan suffered a severe bout of gastroenteritis, leading to his hospitalization and the cancellation of the Athens concert. While in hospital, further medical tests revealed a low-grade malignant tumour in Dave's bladder, which has since been successfully removed. At doctors' orders Dave Gahan must take a break until June 8th, to ensure that he makes a full recovery. The Leipzig show on June 8th will be the first concert following Dave's recovery.

Dave Gahan sincerely thanks his fans for their support, understanding and patience. Depeche Mode deeply regret any problems or inconveniences the cancellations and postponements may have caused.

AFFECTED UPCOMING SHOWS

May 30th
London O2 is postponed and will be rescheduled to a new date, which will be announced shortly. Tickets purchased will remain valid.

May 31st
Depeche Mode's performance at the Pinkpop Festival in Landgraaf is cancelled.

June 2nd
The show at the HSH Nordbank Arena in Hamburg will now take place on July 1st. Tickets purchased remain valid.

June 4th & 5th
The shows at Dusseldorf LTU Arena on June 4th and 5th will be rescheduled, however the exact dates cannot be determined until the 2nd Bundesliga releases its new schedule. Dates for the rescheduled shows are expected to be announced by early July. Ticket holders should retain their tickets for the rescheduled shows.

June 7th & 8th
Regrettably, the June 7th show in Leipzig must be cancelled due to doctors' orders, however the June 8th show will occur as planned. Tickets for the cancelled June 7th show may be exchanged for tickets to either the June 8th show in Leipzig or the June 10th show in Berlin (availability permitting) at the relevant box office.

July 2nd
Bergen, Koengen has been rescheduled to Thursday, January 28th, 2010 at the Vestlandhallen.

SHOWS TAKING PLACE AS ORIGINALLY PLANNED
The following European shows are not affected and will take place as originally planned.
 
June 8th LEIPZIG Zentralstadion
June 10th BERLIN Olympiastadion
June 12th FRANKFURT Commerzbank Arena
June 13th MUNICH Olympiastadion
June 16th ROME Stadio Olimpico
June 18th MILAN Stadio San Siro
June 20th WERCHTER TW Classic Festival
June 22nd BRATISLAVA Inter Stadium
June 23rd BUDAPEST Puskas Ferenc Stadium
June 25th PRAGUE Slavia Stadium
June 27th PARIS Stade de France
June 28th NANCY Zenith Amphitheatre
June 30th COPENHAGEN Parken Stadium
July 1st HAMBURG (rescheduled show)
July 3rd ARVIKA Arvika Festival
July 6th CARCASSONNE Esplanade Gambetta
July 8th VALLADOLID Jose Zorilla Stadium
July 9th BILBAO BBK Live Festival
July 11th PORTO Super Bock Super Rock Festival
July 12th SEVILLE Olimpic Stadium
 
Furthermore, all dates following Seville on the Tour of the Universe will proceed as originally planned.

CANCELLED SHOWS STILL TO BE DETERMINED
Ticket holders for the previously cancelled shows listed below are encouraged to hold on to their tickets pending a further statement. Every effort continues to be made to reschedule these shows and more time is needed to resolve venue availability and routing. A final decision is expected early next week, at which time a statement will be made with regards to either a rescheduled date or final cancellation.
 
May 12th ATHENS Terra Vibe
May 14th ISTANBUL Santral Istanbul
May 16th BUCHAREST Parc Izvor
May 18th SOFIA Vasil Levski
May 20th BELGRADE USCE Park
May 21st ZAGREB Arena
May 23rd WARSAW Gwardia Stadium
May 25th RIGA Skonto Stadium
May 27th VILNIUS Zalgirio Stadionas

Depeche Mode will be hosting a special "classics" episode of Subterranean on MTV2 (USA). The special show will air Sunday night/Monday morning, at 1am EST.

In the teaser clip to the left, the band discuss how they don't really jam on stage.

Sorry about the commercial at the head of the teaser clip. The advertising is beyond our control.

Here is the music video for the second single from "Sounds Of The Universe".

The video was directed by Jonas & Francois, and features Romanian actress Maria Dinulescu.

The single for Peace will be released in Europe on June 15th. You can pre-order the single now via MuteBank.

Depeche Mode resumed their 'Tour of the Universe' on Monday June 8th in Leipzig, Germany following singer Dave Gahan's recent illness. They followed up their return with a spectacular 65,000 sell out success in Berlin’s Olympic Stadium on June 10th, and their European summer tour will now continue as per the original schedule.

CANCELLED SHOWS
Unfortunately, Depeche Mode are not able to reschedule 8 of the cancelled shows due to scheduling conflicts. Despite efforts to find a window in which to reschedule these dates, it has proven unfeasible to do so.

The eight cancelled shows are:

May 12th - Athens Terra Vibe
May 14th - Istanbul Santral Istanbul
May 16th - Bucharest Parc Izvor
May 18th - Sofia Vasil Levski Stadium
May 20th - Belgrade USCE Park
May 23rd - Warsaw Gwardia Stadium
May 25th - Riga Skonto Stadium
May 27th - Vilnius Zalgirio Stadionas

Ticket holders should return their tickets to the point of purchase for a refund.

RESCHEDULED SHOWS
Depeche Mode have been able to reschedule the 4 shows listed below, which are indoor venues, for later in the year.

These rescheduled shows are:

May 21st - Zagreb Arena
May 30th - London O2 Arena
June 4th - Dusseldorf LTU Arena
June 5th - Dusseldorf LTU Arena

Information regarding the new, rescheduled dates will be announced shortly. More time is required to resolve venue availability and routing issues, before new dates can be announced. Ticket holders are advised to hold onto to their original tickets, which will be valid for the rescheduled shows.

THE BAND WOULD LIKE TO REASSURE FANS THAT THEY ARE 100% COMMITTED TO REPLAYING THESE 4 SHOWS AND ASK FANS TO BEAR WITH THEM A LITTLE LONGER UNTIL THE NEW DATES CAN BE RESOLVED.

Depeche Mode would like to apologise to their fans for any inconvenience this has caused and thank them for their support and patience during this time.

Also, as previously advised in a statement issued on May 28th: -

The shows below have already been rescheduled.

June 2nd - Hamburg HSH Nordbank Arena
This show has been rescheduled to July 1st, 2009. All original tickets remain valid for this new rescheduled date.

July 2nd - Bergen Koengen
The show has been rescheduled to January 28th, 2010 at the Bergen Vestlandshallen. All original tickets remain valid for this new rescheduled date.

To all our fans who held tickets to the recently cancelled shows,

We want to express our deep and heartfelt apology for having to cancel these shows and want to also provide a bit of explanation for why we are not able to replay these dates. We do not take cancelling shows lightly and understand your disappointment and frustration with the cancellations - we are disappointed as well.

After our successful Eastern and Southern European shows in 2006, we were excited to return to some of our favorite cities and to meet our devoted fans in new cities where we had never played. Once we realized we would not be able play the dates as originally scheduled, we started looking at all possible rescheduling options with our manager and booking agent. The delays in getting information to all of you during this period were due to our strong desire to fully explore all options, and the logistical difficulties of rescheduling shows on a tour of this size. All of this was made more difficult by the fact that the majority of the shows we were unable to play were stadiums, which meant that we could only replay the dates during the summer. As many of you are aware, we had already scheduled dates in North and South America following our current European tour, so our summer schedule is completely full. Unfortunately, in the end, we were only able to reschedule our missed shows that were to be played in indoor venues, as we could postpone these until our winter European tour leg. Although we were unable to reschedule the shows in Athens, Istanbul, Bucharest, Sofia, Belgrade, Warsaw, Riga and Vilnius, we will make it our priority to come back to these cities in the near future.

Again, we want to say thank you for your patience, understanding and support during this period. We apologize sincerely for not being able to perform for you as originally planned.

-Martin, Andy and Dave

We are deeply saddened to hear the news of Kris Teugels' tragic passing at the Rock Werchter show on Sunday, the 21st of June. We would like to extend our deepest and sincerest condolences to his friends and family during this difficult time. He will be in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you to the fans for their outpouring of support.

The following statement from Marek Lieberberg is in response to the secondary concert ticket market in Germany. Martin, Dave and Andy applaud Mareks efforts to fight ticket reselling.

We understand the frustration of fans with respect to the ticket black market, touts and unjustified surcharges. The Marek Lieberberg Konzertagentur has not only expressively warned the fans about so called secondary ticketing platforms, but also taken legal action against these.

At MLK's request the District Court of Munich prohibited the internet ticket portal Smartfox/Ventic from trading in tickets indirectly obtained through the MLK distribution system or through third parties. Due to the law and a leading decision of the Federal Court of Justice in Germany ticket trading on these platforms is only forbidden, if a dealer purchases tickets directly from the promoter's sales system while concealing his real intention to resell them commercially. "The decision is a first small step forward the long overdue regulation of ticket sales and the restriction of black market trading", commented Marek Lieberberg.

Despite this ruling numerous touts and non-authorized dubious dealers are continuing to obtain tickets, thus creating an artificial shortage and demanding excessive premiums. Unfortunately German courts have not realized the extent of illegal ticket trading and do not protect the customers from horrendous surcharges. The freedom of resale has been put above consumer protection.

While we continue in our quest, we urge fans to neglect inflated tickets from resellers. "The lesson will only be learnt, if the public rejects overpriced inventory!", Lieberberg said.

Only last week the added Depeche Mode arena show at the O2 World in Berlin was sold out within hours via the official ticketing company Eventim and its outlets. However, shortly afterwards numerous tickets resurfaced via private and commercial ticket traders. Marek Lieberberg Konzertagentur advises that there are still tickets available at face value via Eventim for several Depeche Mode stadium and indoor arena concerts in Germany.

The fans need to demonstrate that they are not willing to be forced into the secondary market and excessive surcharges. Thereby the touts will be stuck with their inventory and eventually have to lower their price to the original level or take a well deserved loss. "The legal battle of MLK against the secondary ticket market continues", Lieberberg said.

Tune into the National Public Radio's World Cafe with host David Dye on July 10th, 2009, to hear a live session with Depeche Mode.

Links:
Find a program broadcast time
Listen Live - Worldwide (the WXPN/Philadelphia stream Monday through Friday, 2pm to 4pm Eastern Standard Time)

After a slight delay, Live Here Now is back up and running with the limited edition live CDs and downloads of their recordings of the Tour Of The Universe.

The downloadable version of the recent Tel Aviv show is now online, and the CDs will be shipping shortly. You can hear sound samples of all the tracks (including the crowd singing Happy Birthday to Dave) on the Tel Aviv page of the Live Here Now web site!

Also, watch our site for a special contest. News to come shortly...

Depeche Mode Tour of the Universe - Update

Announcement of Dates for Rescheduled Shows

London - July 6th, 2009: The rescheduled dates for 4 shows, which were cancelled due to singer Dave Gahan's recent illness, can now be announced:

Zagreb Arena originally scheduled for 21st May 2009 will now take place on Sunday 14th February 2010.

London O2 Arena originally scheduled for 30th May 2009 will now take place on Saturday 20th February 2010.

Dusseldorf Esprit Arena (formerly known as the LTU Arena) originally scheduled for 4th June 2009 will now take place on Friday 26th February 2010.

Dusseldorf Esprit Arena (formerly known as the LTU Arena) originally scheduled for 5th June 2009 will now take place on Saturday 27th February 2010.

All tickets for the original dates will be valid for these new, rescheduled shows. Fans who cannot make the new date should return their tickets to the point of purchase for a refund.

GRAZ SHOW CANCELLED

Due to the rescheduling of a number of postponed dates, it is unfortunately not possible to keep the concert planned for Graz Messehalle on 4th December 2009 in the schedule, and regretfully, this show is now cancelled.

Ticketholders should return their tickets to point of purchase for a refund. Austrian fans are reassured that the concert at Vienna Stadthalle on Thursday 3rd December will definitely be going ahead as planned.

Depeche Mode regret to announce that the following performances will be cancelled due to a calf muscle tear Dave Gahan suffered during the band's show in Bilbao on July 9th.

* Saturday, July 11th at Super Bock Super Rock Festival in Porto

* Sunday, July 12th at Olympic Stadium, Sevilla

Dave Gahan has been instructed by doctors to stay off his injured leg in order for it to heal and to prevent any further injury. Dave will be unable to perform during this recovery period and he and the Band regret that they must cancel these final two shows of their European tour.

Depeche Mode apologize to their fans for these cancellations.

Please see the following information regarding ticket refunds for these two shows.

All ticket buyers have the following options:
Total refund - they will have to bring their ticket intact to where it was purchased and full refund will be given. This will be valid from Monday onwards and for a period of 60 days.

Super Bock Super Rock Lisbon - all purchasers can exchange their ticket for a ticket for Super Bock Super Rock in Lisbon.

Super Bock Super Rock Porto - the festival will go ahead with the remainder bands and with the addition of Xutos & Pontapés and The Gift. Everyone who goes to Super Bock Super Rock in Porto will be able to also attend Super Bock Super Rock in Lisbon if they desire.

Please call +351 (21) 315 6554 for further information.

Due to the logistics of the recently rescheduled European dates, Depeche Mode regret that the shows scheduled for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Sao Paulo, Brazil will not be taking place.

Depeche Mode wishes to sincerely apologize to their Brazilian fans for this news.

Check out the USA Depeche Mode Store for brand-new apparel and accessories!

Depeche Mode's 2010 winter tour dates are now finalized, and in order to create a less dense and logistically feasible touring schedule, it has been decided to move their Bergen show by a day.

This means the band's only Norwegian date will take place in Vestlandshallen in Bergen Friday January 29 instead of Thursday January 28 as previously rescheduled after their original date in Bergen was moved from July 2 2009 in order to make place for rescheduling of several shows at the start of the tour.

Already purchased tickets for the Bergen show remain valid. More information at www.bergenlive.no.

DEPECHE MODE FORCED TO CANCEL APPEARANCE AT SHORELINE AMPHITHEATRE IN MOUNTAIN VIEW ON AUGUST 12TH DUE TO DOCTOR'S ORDERS FOR VOCAL REST

(August 11, 2009) Depeche Mode has been forced to cancel their scheduled appearance on Wednesday, August 12th at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California due to doctor's orders that lead singer Dave Gahan be on complete vocal rest for 48 hours. Because of their busy schedule, a new Bay Area date will not be rescheduled this year.

"San Francisco is one of the most important cities to the band and we are devastated that we have been forced to cancel this date," said Dave Gahan. "We hope to be back soon to play for all of our fans in the area."

Refunds will be issued at the point of purchase.

DEPECHE MODE FORCED TO CANCEL APPEARANCE AT CRICKET WIRELESS AMPHITHEATER TONIGHT DUE TO DOCTOR'S ORDERS FOR CONTINUED VOCAL REST

Depeche Mode has been forced to cancel their appearance tonight, Friday, August 14th at Cricket Wireless Amphitheater in San Diego due to doctor's orders that lead singer Dave Gahan continue on complete vocal rest. Because of their busy schedule, a new San Diego date will not be rescheduled this year.

"We are incredibly disappointed to not be able to perform for our fans tonight in San Diego," said Dave Gahan. "We hope to be back soon to play for all our fans in the area."

Refunds will be issued at the point of purchase.

The tour will resume on Sunday with the band's sold out two night stand at the Hollywood Bowl.

Head on over to the Beatport web site to check out the winners of the recent Peace Remix Contest!

In 2005 and 2006, Depeche Mode were on tour with their "Touring The Angel" concert. At the end of the shows, drummer Christian Eigner had the entire touring band (himself, along with Dave Gahan, Martin Gore, Andy Fletcher, Peter Gordeno) sign one of the two drum heads used on the drum kit that was on tour.

In memory of Darrell Ives, Christian has supplied the drum head for auction, to benefit The Darrell Ives Trust (created for his children Vinnie and Keonna).

100% of the proceeds from this auction item will go to the Darrell Ives Trust.

Autographed Drum Head Auction - eBay

Hurry. The auction ends in less than 10 days.

While you are there, be sure to check out the other Depeche Mode items currently being auctioned off by The Edwards Foundation.

If you were watching "True Blood" on Sunday night, you probably noticed the teaser for the season finale before the show had "Corrupt" as the backing track.

HBO has now put a longer version of the teaser clip online, and it includes the band, taken from the "Studio Sessions" on the Sounds Of The Universe box set!

Check it out!

The UK Music Video Awards have announced their shortlist for their 2009 awards.

"Wrong" has been nominated in both the "Best Rock Video" category and the "Best Visual Effects In A Video" category!

The awards will be announced on October 13th, 2009, at the Odeon West End in Leicester Square. Tickets, and more information, are available on the UK MVA web site

We are happy to announce that Nitzer Ebb will be opening up for Depeche Mode on the Tour Of The Universe. Nitzer Ebb will start their support slot on January 9th, 2010, in Berlin, and continue until the end of February.

On December 7th (in Europe), Depeche Mode will be releasing a special "double A side" single - "Fragile Tension" and "Hole To Feed". Below are the full track listings for all formats. Further details for US digital release dates are pending. Stay tuned!

PROMO (PCDBONG 42 / 50999 6 06296 2 3) / COMMERCIAL CD (CDBONG 42 / 50999 6 07628 2 5):
Fragile Tension (Radio Mix) - 3.36
Hole To Feed (Radio Mix) - 3.27
Perfect (Roger Sanchez Club Mix) 7.24
Come Back (SixToes Remix) 4.56
Fragile Tension (Laidback Luke Remix) 7.52
Hole To Feed (Popof Vocal Mix) 8.42
Fragile Tension (Peter Bjorn And John Remix) 3.45
Hole To Feed (Joebot Remix) 6.43

Digital Download Bundles (iBONG 42 / 50999 6 06296 5 4):
Fragile Tension (Radio Mix) - 3.36
Hole To Feed (Radio Mix) - 3.27
Come Back (SixToes Remix - 4.56
Perfect (Ralphi & Craig Club Remix) - 8.49
Fragile Tension (Stephan Bodzin Remix) - 9.14
Hole To Feed (Paul Woolford's Easyfun Ethereal Disco Mix) - 9.24
Perfect (Roger Sanchez Club Mix) - 7.24
Fragile Tension (Solo Loves Panorama Remix) - 6.10
Hole To Feed (Popof Vocal Mix) - 8.42

iTunes Bundle (with exclusive track - LiBONG 42 / 50999 6 07629 5 5):
Fragile Tension (Radio Mix) - 3.36
Hole To Feed (Radio Mix) - 3.27
Come Back (SixToes Remix - 4.56
Perfect (Ralphi & Craig Club Remix) - 8.49
Fragile Tension (Stephan Bodzin Remix) - 9.14
Hole To Feed (Paul Woolford's Easyfun Ethereal Disco Mix) - 9.24
Perfect (Roger Sanchez Club Mix) - 7.24
Fragile Tension (Solo Loves Panorama Remix) - 6.10
Hole To Feed (Popof Vocal Mix) - 8.42
* Perfect (Ralphi & Jody Club Remix) - 7.39

Double vinyl 12" (12BONG 42 / 50999 6 06296 1 6):
Fragile Tension (Stephan Bodzin Remix) - 9.14
Fragile Tension (Kris Menace's Love On Laserdisc Remix) - 6.24
Hole To Feed (Popof Vocal Mix) - 8.42
Hole To Feed (Paul Woolford's Easyfun Ethereal Disco Mix) - 9.24
Perfect (Roger Sanchez Club Mix) - 7.24
Perfect (Ralphi Rosario Dub) - 8.26
Peace (Herve's 'Warehouse Frequencies' Remix) - 5.10
Peace (Sander Van Doorn Remix) - 8.02

Check out the brand new music video for the forthcoming "Fragile Tension" / "Hole To Feed" single!

The video was directed by Rob Chandler & Barney Steel.

Along with directly viewing the video on the left, you can check the video out on MySpace and YouTube, as well as on the Music Video area here on the official site.

Depeche Mode have been nominated for two Grammy Awards. The two awards are as follows:

Field 5 — Alternative (Category 22)
 
Best Alternative Music Album (Vocal or Instrumental.)
 
Everything That Happens Will Happen Today
David Byrne & Brian Eno
[Yep Roc Records]
 
The Open Door
Death Cab For Cutie
[Atlantic]
 
Sounds Of The Universe
Depeche Mode
[Capitol]
 
Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix
Phoenix
[Loyaute/Glassnote Records]
 
It's Blitz!
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
[DGC Records/Interscope]

Field 29 — Music Video (Category 108)
 
Best Short Form Music Video (For an individual track or single promotional clip. Award to the Artist and to the Video Director/Producer.)
 
Mr. Hurricane
Beast
Ben Steiger Levine, video director; Sach Baylin-Stern, video producer [Verve Forecast]
 
Boom Boom Pow
The Black Eyed Peas
Mat Cullen & Mark Kudsi, video directors; Anna Joseph & Patrick Nugent, video producers [Interscope Records]
 
Life In Technicolor II
Coldplay
Dougal Wilson, video director; Matthew Fone, video producer [Capitol]
 
Wrong
Depeche Mode
Patrick Daughters, video director; Jonathan Lia, video producer [Capitol]
 
Her Morning Elegance
Oren Lavie
[A Quarter Past Wonderful/Adrenaline]

The World Cafe has selected Depeche Mode's appearance as one of the year's best. As part of their Best of 2009 programming, they will be re-broadcasting this session in the first hour of the show on Thursday, December 31, 2009.

Links:
Find a program broadcast time
Listen Live - Worldwide (the WXPN/Philadelphia stream - Eastern Standard Time)

On Wednesday, February 17th, 2010, Depeche Mode will play a specialcharity concert for Teenage Cancer Trust at London's Royal AlbertHall. All proceeds of the Band's show will be donated to the Trust,which is UK charity helping teenagers fight cancer.

This will be a unique event and the first time in their career thatDepeche Mode will perform at the Royal Albert Hall. It's probably aonce in a lifetime opportunity to see Depeche Mode play this historicvenue and it's sure to be a memorable night.

Tickets for this special show will go on sale on December 18th, at 9am (local venue time). Full details, and links, are on our Tour page.