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Depeche Mode

A British electronic rock group formed in 1980 in the city of Basildon (Essex). This group created its own style in the genres of electronic and rock music and is one of the most successful groups in the world. Depeche Mode's work was influenced by German electronic music pioneers Kraftwerk. Later, Depeche Mode themselves exerted significant influence on many performers, mainly thanks to their recording technique and innovative use of sampling. Despite the fact that the group significantly influenced the development of modern electronic dance music, it is usually categorized in the "alternative music" genre. Depeche Mode was formed in 1980 as a quartet; its lineup included Dave Gahan (lead vocalist), Martin Gore (keyboards, guitar, vocals), Andy Fletcher (keyboards), and Vince Clarke (keyboards). Vince Clarke left the group after the release of the debut album in 1981. His place was taken by Alan Wilder (keyboards, drums), who played in the group from 1982 to 1995. After Wilder's departure, the collective formed as a trio: Gahan, Gore, and Fletcher.