A Broken Frame
Depeche Mode · 1982
47 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · synth-pop
A haunting blend of synth-pop and dark wave that explores themes of loss and longing.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions late-night contemplative moods dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on September 27, 1982, 'A Broken Frame' is Depeche Mode's second album, following their debut 'Speak & Spell'. This album marked a significant shift in their sound, moving towards a more mature and introspective style as they navigated the departure of key songwriter Vince Clarke.
- If you like
- alternative rock, new wave, synth-pop
A Broken Frame is an album by Depeche Mode, released in 1982. A haunting blend of synth-pop and dark wave that explores themes of loss and longing. 'A Broken Frame' was pivotal in solidifying Depeche Mode's place in the electronic music scene, reaching number 10 on the UK Albums Chart. It also showcased their evolving songwriting, paving the way for future classics and influencing a generation of synth-pop artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Broken Frame sound like?
A haunting blend of synth-pop and dark wave that explores themes of loss and longing. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes A Broken Frame by Depeche Mode notable?
'A Broken Frame' was pivotal in solidifying Depeche Mode's place in the electronic music scene, reaching number 10 on the UK Albums Chart. It also showcased their evolving songwriting, paving the way for future classics and influencing a generation of synth-pop artists. Released on September 27, 1982, 'A Broken Frame' is Depeche Mode's second album, following their debut 'Speak & Spell'. This album marked a significant shift in their sound, moving towards a more mature and introspective style as they navigated the departure of key songwriter Vince Clarke.
Who is A Broken Frame for?
A Broken Frame works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, late-night contemplative moods and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on A Broken Frame?
A Broken Frame has 11 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Leave in Silence Standout 6:32
- 2 My Secret Garden 4:47
- 3 Monument 3:16
- 4 Nothing to Fear Standout 4:19
- 5 See You 4:35
- 6 Satellite 4:44
- 7 The Meaning of Love Standout 3:07
- 8 Further Excerpts From: My Secret Garden 4:23
- 9 A Photograph of You 3:05
- 10 Shouldn’t Have Done That 3:23
- 11 The Sun & the Rainfall 4:54
Release Date
September 27, 1982
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
47 min 8 sec
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