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 09, 1985
Depeche Mode

Peter's Pop Show

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Westfalenhalle Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
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
Sep 26, 1985
Depeche Mode

Mostra internazionale di musica leggera

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Palazzo dei Congressi Riva Del Garda, Italy
Jul 30, 1985
Depeche Mode
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Central Sports Centre Torwar Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
Jul 27, 1985
The Cure / The Clash / Depeche Mode / Culture Club / The Stranglers / Nina Hagen / Talk Talk / Téléphone
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Panathenaic Stadium / Παναθηναϊκό Στάδιο Athens, Attica, Greece
Show Duplicate for Jul 27, 1985
Jul 26, 1985
Culture Club / Depeche Mode / The Stranglers / Brigades Musicales
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Panathinaikos Stadium Athens, Attica, Greece
Show Duplicate for Jul 26, 1985
Jul 23, 1985
Depeche Mode

Some Great Reward Tour 1984 - 1985

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Volan Stadium Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
Jul 13, 1985
Depeche Mode

RockScene

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Site du festival Guéhenno, France
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 Torhout '85
U2 / Paul Young / Joe Cocker / Depeche Mode / The Style Council / Lloyd Cole & The Commotions / The Ramones / R.E.M.
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Festivalpark Torhout Torhout, 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
May 10, 1985
Depeche Mode

Golden Rose

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Casino de Montreux Montreux, Vaud, Switzerland
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

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Depeche Mode
Mar 31, 1985
 Irvine, California, United States
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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Rock Torhout '85
Jul 7, 1985
 Torhout, Flanders, Belgium
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