Stereogum — In 2023, all-time synthpop legends Depeche Mode released Memento Mori , their first album since the death of founding member Andy Fletcher, and they headed out on a global arena tour. Now, the group is planning to release a new live movie and alb... more info

Antimusic Rock — As the October 28th opening of the Depeche Mode: M limited theatrical engagement approaches, Columbia Records and Sony Music Vision announce two landmark physical releases more info

Stereogum — The xx’s Oliver Sim recently released “Obsession,” his first single not produced by bandmate Jamie xx, and it was really great. Today he’s back with another winner, once again produced by Bullion, once again with a VHS-looking video by Sha... more info

Magnet Magazine — For Jupe Jupe’s Bryan Manzo, synthesis isn’t just about electricity—it’s about texture and sound. “What if Marc Bolan played guitar on Depeche Mode’s Black Celebration or Trent Reznor programed synths on Echo & The Bunnymen’s Heaven Up ... more info

Magnet Magazine — 20 years ago today, Depeche Mode released Playing The Angel. Suffer well. Read our Q&A with Martin Gore: The post Depeche Mode Released “Playing The Angel” 20 Years Ago Today appeared first on Magnet Magazine. more info

Obscure Sound — A riveting, theatrical synth-pop allure shines throughout Cry & Dance, the new EP from A Thousand Mad Things. The project of William Barradale channels the melodrama of ‘80s icons like The Associates, Depeche Mode, and Soft Cell while carving its o... more info

Antimusic Rock — With 'Dreaming On,' Paul Kalkbrenner presents the third single from his new album 'The Essence' - a hypnotic homage to the Depeche Mode classic 'Dream On' more info

Obscure Sound — Propelled by a moody interplay of guitars and synths, “Across the Night Sky” is the riveting new single from Silicon Forest. Shades of Depeche Mode and New Order show in the striking production; the latter is present in the shimmering synth tones... more info

Antimusic Rock — DEPECHE MODE: M, a unique cinematic journey into the heart of Mexican culture's relationship with death, framed by the iconic live performances of Depeche Mode more info

Magnet Magazine — Flight To London’s fine-tuned facsimile of synth pop’s ’80s heyday surpasses mere tribute-minded affectation. Credit highly skilled co-conspirators Jimmy McGorman and Robb Vallier, whose affection for Tears For Fears, New Order, Depeche Mode an... more info