Depeche Mode is an English electronic music band formed in Basildon, Essex, in 1980. The original lineup consisted of Dave Gahan on lead vocals, Martin Gore on keyboards and guitar, Andy Fletcher on keyboards, and Vince Clarke on keyboards and songwriting. Clarke left the band after their debut album and was replaced by Alan Wilder in 1982, who remained a member until 1995. The band gained popularity with their early synth-pop sound, releasing their debut album *Speak & Spell* in 1981. After Clarke's departure, Gore took over as the principal songwriter, steering the band's musical direction toward a darker, more complex sound. Albums like *Black Celebration*, *Music for the Masses*, and their 1990 breakthrough *Violator* helped cement Depeche Mode's place as pioneers of electronic and alternative music. Hits such as "Personal Jesus," "Enjoy the Silence," and "Just Can't Get Enough" became iconic tracks within their genre. Depeche Mode continued to evolve through the decades, adapting their sound while maintaining a strong fan base worldwide. Despite internal tensions and personal struggles, including Gahan's well-publicized battles with addiction, the band remained active and influential. Andy Fletcher, a founding member, passed away in 2022, but the band chose to continue. In 2023, Depeche Mode released the album *Memento Mori*, showcasing their enduring relevance and creativity more than four decades after their formation. Known for their innovative production, captivating live performances, and emotionally resonant music, Depeche Mode is considered one of the most influential electronic bands in music history, having sold over 100 million records globally.