Little Soul - fucking fabulous. I use this word a lot but it is haunting. And beautiful.
In Sympathy - subversive, I know this one will grow on me.
Peace - Not sure about the Gahan falsetto. Probably the weakest cut for me.
Comeback - My feelings on this song are well known. Love this version. Can't wait to hear it live later this year.
The Obligatory Depeche Mode thread
by black francis » Fri Apr 10, 2009 10:43 am
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by Scouser » Fri Apr 10, 2009 11:02 am
Just finished listening to it. First impressions...some tracks will take abit of time, but...on the whole...fucking awesome.
Its got a laid back, electro lounge feel in places...very unilke DM. Plus its got some great melodies. Dave and Martin both sound in fine form and Ben Hillier (producer) has reigned in some of the sonic excesses that overwhelmed Playing The Angel in places.
The album has had a right kicking on most DM forums, alot of the hardcore dont like it and think its too lightweight. I think if your pissing your hardcore off by changing direction so late in your career you are doing something right. Plus the leaked version doesnt sound anywhere near as good as this stream.
Highlights -
In Chains. Great moody intro, clean synth lines, stripped back arrangement, great vocals and guitar fills.
Come Back. What more can be said about this track. The studio version is all scuzzed up. Its a Mode masterpiece.
Jezebel. If Scott Walker used synths and wore a leather dress.
Corrupt. Best album closer since Higher Love.
In time I know the rest will grow on me (even Peace).
Its got a laid back, electro lounge feel in places...very unilke DM. Plus its got some great melodies. Dave and Martin both sound in fine form and Ben Hillier (producer) has reigned in some of the sonic excesses that overwhelmed Playing The Angel in places.
The album has had a right kicking on most DM forums, alot of the hardcore dont like it and think its too lightweight. I think if your pissing your hardcore off by changing direction so late in your career you are doing something right. Plus the leaked version doesnt sound anywhere near as good as this stream.
Highlights -
In Chains. Great moody intro, clean synth lines, stripped back arrangement, great vocals and guitar fills.
Come Back. What more can be said about this track. The studio version is all scuzzed up. Its a Mode masterpiece.
Jezebel. If Scott Walker used synths and wore a leather dress.
Corrupt. Best album closer since Higher Love.
In time I know the rest will grow on me (even Peace).
Mr. Brian, I find that offensive.
Scouser's inability to se others' point of view is rather grating.
Scouser's inability to se others' point of view is rather grating.
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by black francis » Fri Apr 10, 2009 11:13 am
I think a lot of people are never going to let go of the fuller sounding production Alan brought to Depeche Mode. It took a while for me to come around. I don't consider myself a fan of minimalist anything (and I think calling the album minimalist is a stretch) but whatever DM is doing it works for me. The simplicity (if one could call it that) is just beautiful. Gahan's voice has become a treasure. Come Back is definitely the highlight for me. Scuzzy is exactly the word.
But yeah pissing off your fans this late in your career is pretty bad ass. Taking new directions this late is bad ass. A certain Liverpool band could do well to pay attention.
I hope Paul and Ringo are listening.
But yeah pissing off your fans this late in your career is pretty bad ass. Taking new directions this late is bad ass. A certain Liverpool band could do well to pay attention.
I hope Paul and Ringo are listening.
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by JackT » Fri Apr 10, 2009 12:14 pm
black francis wrote: Taking new directions this late is bad ass. A certain Liverpool band could do well to pay attention. .
If that was supposed to be another dig at Let's Wrestle, the joke is on you, moron. They are from London.
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by black francis » Fri Apr 10, 2009 1:13 pm
Well fuck me
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by black francis » Fri Apr 10, 2009 3:53 pm
A wise policy sir as I was formerly a sailor.
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by black francis » Fri Apr 10, 2009 4:41 pm
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by black francis » Fri Apr 10, 2009 5:01 pm
Just the back of him
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by kook » Sat Apr 11, 2009 3:07 am
DM Rock Kimmel!
http://www.depechemode.com/news.html
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. Links are provided on our web site.
http://www.depechemode.com/news.html
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. Links are provided on our web site.
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by black francis » Sun Apr 12, 2009 9:20 am
Scouser wrote:Thats the side he talks out of
We in the sailing community would say he makes beautiful music out that side.
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by Scouser » Mon Apr 13, 2009 6:35 am
black francis wrote:We in the sailing community would say he makes beautiful music out that side.
Don't mention beautiful music and Dave Smith in the same post or he'll dive in to tell you all about his guitar playing, band and the time he supported Mansun.
Mr. Brian, I find that offensive.
Scouser's inability to se others' point of view is rather grating.
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