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Posted on 11/14/2026 5:01:00 PM PST by CondoleezzaProtege
A recent Mojo ranking names Violator Depeche Mode’s best album of all time. With hits like “Personal Jesus” and “Enjoy the Silence” on the track list, this ranking is tough to deny.
The album explores dark themes and blues-inspired guitar riffs in a way that sounded both experimental and surprisingly mainstream. Depeche Mode had always been a highly visual band, with the band’s leather-leaning style and lead singer Dave Gahan’s undeniably swoonworthy swagger at the forefront…
Cinematic and moody, Dutch photographer and filmmaker Anton Corbijn helped set the tone, creating imagery that is now synonymous with Depeche Mode, including the memorable music video for “Enjoy the Silence,” which featured Gahan dressed as a king.
“Enjoy the Silence” became one of the band’s biggest hits and their highest-charting single on the Billboard Hot 100.
Gahan’s deep vocals and Martin Gore’s songwriting created a distinctive sound reminiscent of New Order’s dance-oriented alternative rock and synth-pop style.
Artists from Nine Inch Nails to The Killers have acknowledged Depeche Mode’s influence, while “Enjoy the Silence” and “Personal Jesus” continue to find new fans thanks to streaming music platforms and television and film soundtracks.
What’s your favorite Depeche Mode album?
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There is not one bad song off that album, imho.
One of my favorite albums.
That was their moment. They caused riots at a record store appearance. Lots of songwriting talent in that group.
Always thought Policy of Truth was the best song off that album.
I liked a lot of their stuff, but this one does not get nearly as much respect as it deserves.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1ZvPSpLxCg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jS3SxWnSbtY
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