About this album
Where they were
Released on November 11, 1985, 'Catching Up with Depeche Mode' was a compilation album following their successful albums 'Some Great Reward' and 'A Broken Frame'. At this point in their career, Depeche Mode was transitioning from emerging synth-pop stars to influential figures in alternative rock and electronic music. The album served as a way to introduce their earlier hits to a broader audience while solidifying their presence in the evolving music landscape.
Why it matters
This compilation features several of Depeche Mode's early hits, including 'Just Can't Get Enough' and 'Master and Servant', both of which played significant roles in defining the sound of the 1980s. The album reached No. 3 on the UK Albums Chart and contributed to the band’s growing international popularity, showcasing their evolution from pop icons to darker, more complex artists.
Essential tracks
- "Just Can't Get Enough" — 'Just Can't Get Enough' is a quintessential synth-pop anthem that captures the band's early sound and mainstream appeal, making it an enduring favorite.
- "Blasphemous Rumours" — With its controversial themes exploring faith and mortality, 'Blasphemous Rumours' highlights the band's willingness to tackle provocative subjects within catchy melodies.
- "Somebody" — 'Somebody' showcases Martin Gore's poignant songwriting and emotive vocals, revealing a more vulnerable side of Depeche Mode amidst their synth-heavy tracks.
Release Date
November 11, 1985
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Tracklist
- 1 Dreaming of Me 3:43
- 2 New Life 3:42
- 3 Just Can't Get Enough 3:36
- 4 See You 3:51
- 5 The Meaning of Love 3:05
- 6 Love in Itself 3:58
- 7 Master and Servant 3:50
- 8 Blasphemous Rumours 5:07
- 9 Somebody 4:23
- 10 Shake the Disease 4:46
- 11 Flexible 3:10
- 12 It's Called a Heart 3:47
- 13 Fly on the Windscreen 5:04
