Depeche Mode's 1988 Concert History

Depeche Mode, an English electronic music band, was formed in Basildon, Essex, in 1980. The original lineup included Dave Gahan, Martin Gore, Andy Fletcher, and Vince Clarke, though Clarke left the band after the release of their debut album. The band's music primarily belongs to the synth-pop and electronic genre, though they have explored alternative and rock sounds as well. Depeche Mode gained prominence in the 1980s with albums like "Black Celebration" and "Music for the Masses." Their 1990 album "Violator" is often seen as a turning point, featuring hits like "Enjoy the Silence" and "Personal Jesus." Through the years, they've continued to evolve their sound while maintaining a dedicated fan base. Known for their social and political commentary, the band's lyrics often explore complex human emotions and societal themes. The band name is derived from a French fashion magazine, Dépêche mode, which means "fashion dispatch."

Date Concert Venue Location
Feb 06, 1988
Nitzer Ebb / Depeche Mode
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Sporthalle Hamburg Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
Jan 24, 1988
Depeche Mode
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Brighton Centre Brighton, England, United Kingdom
Jan 23, 1988
Depeche Mode / Hard Corps
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Windsor Hall, Bournemouth International Centre Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom
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Jan 21, 1988
Depeche Mode
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St Georges Hall, Bradford Bradford, England, United Kingdom
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Jan 20, 1988
Depeche Mode
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Sheffield City Hall Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Jan 19, 1988
Depeche Mode / Hard Corps
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G-Mex Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Jan 16, 1988
Depeche Mode
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Ice Rink Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Jan 15, 1988
Depeche Mode / Hard Corps

Music For The Masses

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Birmingham NEC Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
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Jan 12, 1988
Depeche Mode
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OVO Arena Wembley London, England, United Kingdom
Jan 11, 1988
Depeche Mode / Hard Corps

Music For The Masses tour

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OVO Arena Wembley London, England, United Kingdom
Jan 09, 1988
Depeche Mode
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Centre Hall Newport, Wales, United Kingdom

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Depeche Mode / OMD (Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark) on Jun 7, 1988 [905-small]

Depeche Mode / OMD (Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark)
Jun 7, 1988
 Mansfield, Massachusetts, United States
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Depeche Mode / OMD on May 27, 1988 [967-small]

Depeche Mode / OMD
May 27, 1988
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Depeche Mode / OMD on May 27, 1988 [969-small]

Depeche Mode / OMD
May 27, 1988
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Depeche Mode / OMD on May 27, 1988 [852-small]

Depeche Mode / OMD
May 27, 1988
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Depeche Mode / O.M.D. on Apr 29, 1988 [963-small]

Depeche Mode / O.M.D.
Apr 29, 1988
 Mountain View, California, United States
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Depeche Mode / OMD on May 27, 1988 [177-small]

Depeche Mode / OMD
May 27, 1988
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Depeche Mode / OMD on Jun 3, 1988 [921-small]

Depeche Mode / OMD
Jun 3, 1988
 Wantagh, New York, United States
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Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) / Thomas Dolby / Wire on Jun 18, 1988 [832-small]

Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) / Thomas Dolby / Wire
Jun 18, 1988
 Pasadena, California, United States
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Depeche Mode / OMD on May 27, 1988 [907-small]

Depeche Mode / OMD
May 27, 1988
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) on May 22, 1988 [010-small]

Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD)
May 22, 1988
 Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
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Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark on May 21, 1988 [341-small]

Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
May 21, 1988
 Clarkston, Michigan, United States
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Depeche Mode on May 30, 1988 [795-small]

Depeche Mode
May 30, 1988
 Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, United States
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Electronic
Alternative Rock
British
Post-Punk
Electronica
New Wave
Synthpop
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2024 33 concerts
2023 91 concerts
2022 1 concert
2020 1 concert
2019 5 concerts
2018 62 concerts
2017 86 concerts
2016 1 concert
2015 1 concert
2014 28 concerts
2013 94 concerts
2012 2 concerts
2011 2 concerts
2010 27 concerts
2009 106 concerts
2007 1 concert
2006 108 concerts
2005 27 concerts
2003 35 concerts
2001 85 concerts
1998 66 concerts
1997 2 concerts
1994 63 concerts
1993 101 concerts
1992 1 concert
1990 90 concerts
1989 1 concert
1988 71 concerts
1987 31 concerts
1986 79 concerts
1985 27 concerts
1984 65 concerts
1983 54 concerts
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1981 67 concerts
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


How many concerts has Depeche Mode had?

Depeche Mode has had 1,615 concerts.

What genre is Depeche Mode?

Depeche Mode is most often considered to be Rock, Electronic, Alternative Rock, British, Post-Punk, Electronica, New Wave, Synthpop, Synth-Pop, Permanent Wave, Alternative Dance, New Romantic, Dance-Rock, Dark Wave, and Electronic Rock.

When is the next Depeche Mode concert?

The next Depeche Mode concert is on July 05, 2024 at Yuca in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The bands performing are: Depeche Mode / The Slow Readers Club / Jillian Rossi.

When was the last Depeche Mode concert?

The last Depeche Mode concert was on April 08, 2024 at Lanxess Arena in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The bands that performed were: Depeche Mode / Deeper.

What setlist does Depeche Mode play live?

The songs that Depeche Mode performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the April 08, 2024 concert at Lanxess Arena in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany:

  1. Speak to Me
  2. My Cosmos Is Mine
  3. Wagging Tongue
  4. Walking in My Shoes
  5. It's No Good
  6. Policy of Truth
  7. In Your Room
  8. Everything Counts
  9. Precious
  10. My Favourite Stranger
  11. Strangelove
  12. Somebody
  13. Ghosts Again
  14. I Feel You
  15. A Pain That I'm Used To
  16. World in My Eyes
  17. Black Celebration
  18. Stripped
  19. Behind the Wheel
  20. Enjoy the Silence
  21. Waiting for the Night
  22. Just Can't Get Enough
  23. Never Let Me Down Again
  24. Personal Jesus

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