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New Depeche Mode Single “Heaven” Premieres On KROQ

The new Depeche Mode single, “Heaven,” received an exclusive premiere on the KROQ site today. Having given it a listen, we must express that it deviates from the typical Depeche Mode sound, taking on a slow rock style that lacks the characteristic essence of the band. Regrettably, we find the song uninspiring and rather dull, not befitting the status of a single and appearing more suitable as a B-side. The release of such a subdued track leaves us somewhat perplexed.

In contrast to our expectations, Martin Gore asserts that the upcoming album harks back to the band’s glory days. “It’s got a bit of a feel of Violator on some of the songs and a feel of Songs of Faith and Devotion on other songs,” he stated. However, this description seems incongruent with the new single, as “Heaven” doesn’t align with the distinctive styles of Violator or Songs Of Faith and Devotion. It appears that Gore’s reference is directed toward the other tracks on the forthcoming album rather than the released single.

Here is the link to the song on KROQ

The B-side to “Heaven” is “All That’s Mine” which you can listen to below:

DEPECHE MODE – All That’s Mine (2013 B-side) from Videodrome Discothèque Vault 2 on Vimeo.

January 31, 2013 by Delta Machine 0

New Depeche Mode Album “Delta Machine” Out On March 26, 2013

The new CD will be called Delta Machine, out March 26.

Delta Machine:
01 Welcome to My World
02 Angel
03 Heaven
04 Secret to the End
05 My Little Universe
06 Slow
07 Broken
08 The Child Inside
09 Soft Touch/Raw Nerve
10 Should Be Higher
11 Alone
12 Soothe My Soul
13 Goodbye
Bonus disc:
01 Long Time Lie
02 Happens All the Time
03 Always
04 All That’s Mine


HEAVEN will be released on video Feb 1 with international distribution to follow.

More details, including covers at depechemode.com

January 24, 2013 by Delta Machine 0

New Depeche Mode Song

During a press conference in Paris on Tuesday, October 23, an unnamed new song was unveiled. You can listen to the track in the accompanying music video below:

The band mentioned that they have around 20 new songs but haven’t yet decided which ones will make it to the as-yet-unnamed new Depeche Mode album. In addition to this, they announced the European tour dates, set to commence on May 7th, 2013. Interestingly, fans were already aware of the tour dates as they were leaked before the official press conference. For those interested, the entire 41-minute press conference can be viewed here:

October 24, 2012 by Delta Machine Delta Machine World Tour 0

Further Confirmations of Depeche Mode’s New Album & Tour In 2013

“Depeche Mode manager Jonathan Kessler explained that Gahan is now fully immersed in his day job. He is recording the new Depeche album in Santa Barbara, California, where Martin Gore resides, for an April 2013 release with a full world tour to follow, according to Kessler.”

Read more: http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/dave-gahan-joins-soulsavers-for-l-a-show-20120722#ixzz22b13HQd3

August 28, 2012 by Delta Machine Delta Machine World Tour 0

Depeche Mode’s Dave Gahan Confirms New Album & Tour In 2013

Get ready for a lot of new Depeche Mode in 2013. Dave Gahan spoke with Spinner about the group’s future plans once he and Martin Gore are done with their side projects.

Dave Gahan reveals the legendary synth-pop band already has demoed about 20 new songs for its as-yet-untitled follow-up to 2009′s Sounds of the Universe — and already is making plans to take the new songs on the road next year.

In a short interview with Spin, Gahan reports that DM has reconvened with Ben Hillier, who produced Sounds of the Universe and 2005′s Playing the Angel, and also has enlisted the help of producer Christoffer Berg (Fever Ray, The Knife).

“We’ve probably got 20 songs demoed. Some of the songs are in really good shape, some need some work, but we’re definitely on track.

“We have a deadline of the end of November, and there’s no reason we why we won’t meet that at the rate we’re going”

Gahan also says that “There are already plans in place to be touring next year.”.

As for the addition of Berg to the DM studio team, Gahan said, “He’s a great musician and has a lot of fantastic ideas. He’s not afraid to stand up and say, ‘I got an idea.’ I like that. It’s quite intimidating working with a band like ours because you have certain expectations of how it is. A lot are true and some aren’t. Martin and I are open to other people’s ideas.”

Last week, Depeche Mode who was supposed to begin work on its 13th studio album, which Martin L. Gore has said will be out “no later than early 2013.” released the first video evidence that the group is at work on its next LP by releasing a 43-second time-lapse video of the band’s synths and other gear being set up in a studio. Check it out below:

May 3, 2012 by Dave Gahan Delta Machine Delta Machine World Tour Interviews 0

Martin Gore & Vince Clarke In May 2012 Issue Of Keyboard Magazine

Martin Gore & Vince Clarke (VCMG) appears on the cover of the May 2012 issue of Keyboard magazine. The issue also features interviews with the 2 founding members of Depeche Mode.

Keyboard Magazine is a magazine that originally covered electronic keyboard instruments and keyboardists, though with the advent of computer based recording and audio technology, they have added digital music technology to their regular coverage, including those not strictly pertaining to the keyboard related instruments.

April 26, 2012 by VCMG 0

‘An Idiot Abroad’ Dances To ‘Just Can’t Get Enough’

Oh dear, it seems I’m probably the last Depeche Mode fan to stumble upon this delightful discovery. I certainly caught on to the episode a bit late. While engrossed in some household chores with the television humming in the background, the unmistakable dance beats of Depeche Mode’s “Just Can’t Get Enough” suddenly filled the air. Naturally, I promptly abandoned everything and hurried over to the television. To my sheer delight and surprise, there was Karl Pilkington merrily dancing to ‘Just Can’t Get Enough’ in an episode of ‘An Idiot Abroad.’ He showcased his moves amidst some ancient Mexican ruins. For those who may have missed it, you can enjoy a snippet of the video below:

April 10, 2012 by Blog 0

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