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John the Revelator / Lilian

Depeche Mode · 2006

33 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock ยท new wave ยท synth-pop

A pulsating journey through dark electronic landscapes infused with club-ready beats and haunting vocals.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady pulsating dance energy haunting vocals for deep focus gradual builds inviting immersion
Context
By 2006, Depeche Mode was in a phase of sustained relevance following their commercial success with 'Exciter' in 2001. 'John the Revelator / Lilian' came a year after their album 'Playing the Angel', showcasing their ability to blend electronic elements with contemporary remix culture while maintaining their signature dark wave aesthetics.
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alternative rock, new wave, synth-pop

John the Revelator / Lilian is a single by Depeche Mode, released in 2006. A pulsating journey through dark electronic landscapes infused with club-ready beats and haunting vocals. This single was notable for its chart performance, reaching high positions in various European charts, and it solidified Depeche Mode's status as enduring figures in electronic music. The remixes by prominent artists like Tiefschwarz and UNKLE further exemplified their influence on the dance music scene, bridging the gap between alternative rock and electronic genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does John the Revelator / Lilian sound like?

A pulsating journey through dark electronic landscapes infused with club-ready beats and haunting vocals. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.

What makes John the Revelator / Lilian by Depeche Mode notable?

This single was notable for its chart performance, reaching high positions in various European charts, and it solidified Depeche Mode's status as enduring figures in electronic music. The remixes by prominent artists like Tiefschwarz and UNKLE further exemplified their influence on the dance music scene, bridging the gap between alternative rock and electronic genres. By 2006, Depeche Mode was in a phase of sustained relevance following their commercial success with 'Exciter' in 2001. 'John the Revelator / Lilian' came a year after their album 'Playing the Angel', showcasing their ability to blend electronic elements with contemporary remix culture while maintaining their signature dark wave aesthetics.

Who is John the Revelator / Lilian for?

John the Revelator / Lilian works well if you're into steady pulsating dance energy, haunting vocals for deep focus and gradual builds inviting immersion.

How many songs are on John the Revelator / Lilian?

John the Revelator / Lilian has 5 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.

Tracklist

5 tracks·33:18

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 John the Revelator (Dave Is in the Disco Tiefschwarz remix) Standout 7:54
  • 2 John the Revelator (Murk Mode remix) Standout 7:16
  • 3 John the Revelator (UNKLE Re Construction) Standout 5:02
  • 4 John the Revelator (Boosta club remix) 4:50
  • 5 John the Revelator (Tiefschwarz dub) 8:13

Release Date

June 5, 2006

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

33 min 18 sec