Going Backwards
Depeche Mode · 2017
49 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · synth-pop
A brooding exploration of existential dread wrapped in pulsing electronic rhythms and haunting vocals.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening brooding atmosphere for introspection haunting vocals with deep resonance
- Context
- When 'Going Backwards' was released in 2017, Depeche Mode was well into their third decade as a band, having established themselves as pioneers of electronic music. This album followed their 2013 release 'Delta Machine', marking a continued evolution of their sound as they embraced darker themes and more experimental arrangements.
- If you like
- alternative rock, new wave, synth-pop
Going Backwards is a single by Depeche Mode, released in 2017. A brooding exploration of existential dread wrapped in pulsing electronic rhythms and haunting vocals. The single 'Going Backwards' received significant airplay and charted in several countries, showcasing the band's enduring appeal in the modern music landscape. The album also highlighted Depeche Mode's influence on contemporary electronic music, reaffirming their status as key figures in the genre with a reception that engaged both fans and critics alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Going Backwards sound like?
A brooding exploration of existential dread wrapped in pulsing electronic rhythms and haunting vocals. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes Going Backwards by Depeche Mode notable?
The single 'Going Backwards' received significant airplay and charted in several countries, showcasing the band's enduring appeal in the modern music landscape. The album also highlighted Depeche Mode's influence on contemporary electronic music, reaffirming their status as key figures in the genre with a reception that engaged both fans and critics alike. When 'Going Backwards' was released in 2017, Depeche Mode was well into their third decade as a band, having established themselves as pioneers of electronic music. This album followed their 2013 release 'Delta Machine', marking a continued evolution of their sound as they embraced darker themes and more experimental arrangements.
Who is Going Backwards for?
Going Backwards works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, brooding atmosphere for introspection and haunting vocals with deep resonance.
How many songs are on Going Backwards?
Going Backwards has 8 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Going Backwards (radio edit) Standout 3:51
- 2 Going Backwards (Chris Liebing mix) Standout 9:08
- 3 Going Backwards (Solomun extended radio remix) 8:26
- 4 Going Backwards (The Belleville Three full vocal mix) 6:44
- 5 Going Backwards (Point Point remix) 4:32
- 6 Going Backwards (Chris Liebing Burn Slow mix) 7:08
- 7 Going Backwards (Maya Jane Coles remix) 5:57
- 8 Poison Heart (Soulsavers re‐work) Standout 3:40
Release Date
June 23, 2017
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
49 min 30 sec
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