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."

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Depeche Mode had 72 concerts in 1988

Date Concert Venue Location
Sep 07, 1988
MTV Video Music Awards
INXS / Guns N' Roses / Elton John / Cher / Rod Stewart / Jody Watley / Aerosmith / Depeche Mode / Crowded House / The Fat Boys / Sam Kinison / Arsenio Hall
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Universal Amphitheatre Universal City, California, United States
Jun 18, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark / Thomas Dolby / Wire

Music for the Masses Tour

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Rose Bowl Pasadena, California, United States
Jun 15, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
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Compton Terrace, Firebird Lake Chandler, Arizona, United States
Jun 11, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

Music for the Masses

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A.J. Palumbo Center Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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Jun 09, 1988
Depeche Mode
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CNE Grandstand Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Jun 08, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
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Montreal Forum Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Jun 07, 1988
Depeche Mode / OMD

Music for the Masses

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Great Woods Center for the Performing Arts Center Mansfield, Massachusetts, United States
Jun 04, 1988
Depeche Mode
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Jones Beach Marine Theater Wantagh, New York, United States
Jun 03, 1988
Depeche Mode / OMD
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Jones Beach Marine Theater Wantagh, New York, United States
Jun 01, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
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Brendan Byrne Arena East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
May 30, 1988
Depeche Mode
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Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, United States
May 28, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

Music For The Masses Tour

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Merriweather Post Pavilion Columbia, Maryland, United States
May 27, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
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The Spectrum Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
May 25, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
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Southern Star Amphitheater, Six Flags Over Georgia Austell, Georgia, United States
May 24, 1988
Depeche Mode
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Ryman Auditorium Nashville, Tennessee, United States
May 22, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
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Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
May 21, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

Music for The Masses

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Pine Knob Music Theatre Clarkston, Michigan, United States
May 20, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD)

Music For the Masses

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Poplar Creek Music Theatre Hoffman Estates, Illinois, United States
May 18, 1988
Depeche Mode
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Northrup Auditorium Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
May 17, 1988
Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
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Five Seasons Center Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 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 / Thomas Dolby / Wire on Jun 18, 1988 [832-small]

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

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

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

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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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Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark on May 5, 1988 [287-small]

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May 5, 1988
 Portland, Oregon, United States
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Depeche Mode / Nitzer Ebb on Mar 4, 1988 [708-small]

Depeche Mode / Nitzer Ebb
Mar 4, 1988
 Besançon, France
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Depeche Mode / Hard Corps on Jan 15, 1988 [897-small]

Depeche Mode / Hard Corps
Jan 15, 1988
 Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
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Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark on May 28, 1988 [198-small]

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May 28, 1988
 Columbia, Maryland, United States
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May 28, 1988
 Columbia, Maryland, United States
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Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark / Thomas Dolby / Wire on Jun 18, 1988 [268-small]

Depeche Mode / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark / Thomas Dolby / Wire
Jun 18, 1988
 Pasadena, California, United States
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Genres:

Rock
Electronic
Alternative Rock
British
Post-Punk
New Wave
UK
Electronica
English
Synthpop
Industrial
Synth-Pop
Darkwave
Alternative Dance
New Romantic
Permanent Wave
Electronic Rock
Dance-Rock
Dark Wave
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Latest Setlist (04/08/2024):

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  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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Concerts Per Year:

2026 2 concerts
2025 1 concert
2024 33 concerts
2023 103 concerts
2022 1 concert
2020 1 concert
2019 5 concerts
2018 61 concerts
2017 95 concerts
2016 1 concert
2015 1 concert
2014 28 concerts
2013 100 concerts
2012 2 concerts
2011 2 concerts
2010 28 concerts
2009 107 concerts
2007 1 concert
2006 109 concerts
2005 27 concerts
2003 33 concerts
2001 88 concerts
1998 66 concerts
1997 7 concerts
1994 64 concerts
1993 102 concerts
1992 1 concert
1990 93 concerts
1989 5 concerts
1988 72 concerts
1987 35 concerts
1986 84 concerts
1985 32 concerts
1984 65 concerts
1983 60 concerts
1982 84 concerts
1981 77 concerts
1980 26 concerts
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