Depeche Mode's 1985 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
Nov 08, 1985 –
Nov 09, 1985
Peter's Pop Show
Corey Hart / Depeche Mode / Frankie Goes To Hollywood / Katrina and the Waves / Mike Oldfield / Modern Talking / Nena Opus / REO Speedwagon / Scorpions / Talk Talk / Whitney Houston / Rick Springfield / Two of Us
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Westfalenhalle Dortmund, West Germany
Jul 30, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Central Sports Centre Torwar Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
Jul 27, 1985
The Clash / Depeche Mode / The Cure / Culture Club / The Stranglers
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Kallimarmaro Panathinaikos Stadium Athens, Attica, Greece
Jul 26, 1985
Culture Club / Depeche Mode / The Stranglers / Brigades Musicales
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Panathinaikos Stadium Athens, Attica, Greece
Jul 23, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Volan Stadium Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
Jul 11, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Halle Tony Garnier Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Jul 09, 1985
Depeche Mode
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THEATRE DE VERDURE Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Jul 07, 1985
Rock Werchter 1985
U2 / Depeche Mode / Joe Cocker / R.E.M. / The Style Council / Lloyd Cole & The Commotions / Ramones / Paul Young & the Royal Family
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Werchter, Flanders, Belgium
Show Duplicates for Jul 07, 1985
Jul 06, 1985
Joe Cocker / U2 / Paul Young & the Royal Family / Depeche Mode / The Style Council / Lloyd Cole & The Commotions / R.E.M. / Ramones
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Rock Torhout Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
Show Duplicate for Jul 06, 1985
Apr 12, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Sun Plaza Hall Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Apr 09, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Koseinenkin Kaikan Osaka, Ōsaka, Japan
Apr 08, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Sun Plaza Hall Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Apr 07, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Koseinenkin Kaikan Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Apr 03, 1985
Depeche Mode / Animotion
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Henry J Kaiser Convention Center Oakland, California, United States
Apr 01, 1985
Depeche Mode / Book of Love

Some Great Reward Tour

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San Diego Sports Arena San Diego, California, United States
Mar 31, 1985
Depeche Mode / Animotion / Book of Love

Black Celebration

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Irvine Meadows Irvine, California, United States
Show Duplicate for Mar 31, 1985
Mar 30, 1985
Depeche Mode

Black Celebration

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Hollywood Palladium Los Angeles, California, United States
Mar 27, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Bronco Bowl Dallas, Texas, United States
Mar 26, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Cullen Performance Hall, University of Houston Houston, Texas, United States
Mar 24, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Southern Illinois University St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Show Duplicate for Mar 24, 1985

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Rock Torhout on Jul 6, 1985 [415-small]

Rock Torhout
Jul 6, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout on Jul 6, 1985 [980-small]

Rock Torhout
Jul 6, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85 on Jul 7, 1985 [199-small]

Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Depeche Mode / Book of Love on Apr 1, 1985 [289-small]

Depeche Mode / Book of Love
Apr 1, 1985
 San Diego, California, United States
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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
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1988 71 concerts
1987 31 concerts
1986 79 concerts
1985 27 concerts
1984 65 concerts
1983 54 concerts
1982 79 concerts
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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