Music for the Masses
Depeche Mode · 1987
62 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · synth-pop
An expansive blend of synth-driven melodies layered with introspective lyrics and danceable beats.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- By the time 'Music for the Masses' was released in 1987, Depeche Mode had established themselves as a leading force in electronic music, following their critically acclaimed album 'Black Celebration' from 1986. This fifth studio album marked a pivotal moment in their career as they began to achieve significant mainstream success, particularly in the United States.
- If you like
- alternative rock, new wave, synth-pop
Music for the Masses is an album by Depeche Mode, released in 1987. An expansive blend of synth-driven melodies layered with introspective lyrics and danceable beats. 'Music for the Masses' is notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 35 on the Billboard 200 and solidifying Depeche Mode's status in the global music scene. Its tracks have been influential in shaping the synth-pop and alternative rock genres, and the album played a crucial role in the band's eventual induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Music for the Masses sound like?
An expansive blend of synth-driven melodies layered with introspective lyrics and danceable beats. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes Music for the Masses by Depeche Mode notable?
'Music for the Masses' is notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 35 on the Billboard 200 and solidifying Depeche Mode's status in the global music scene. Its tracks have been influential in shaping the synth-pop and alternative rock genres, and the album played a crucial role in the band's eventual induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. By the time 'Music for the Masses' was released in 1987, Depeche Mode had established themselves as a leading force in electronic music, following their critically acclaimed album 'Black Celebration' from 1986. This fifth studio album marked a pivotal moment in their career as they began to achieve significant mainstream success, particularly in the United States.
Who is Music for the Masses for?
Music for the Masses works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Music for the Masses?
Music for the Masses has 14 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Never Let Me Down Again Standout 4:47
- 2 The Things You Said 4:02
- 3 Strangelove Standout 4:57
- 4 Sacred 4:47
- 5 Little 15 4:18
- 6 Behind the Wheel Standout 5:18
- 7 I Want You Now 3:44
- 8 To Have and to Hold 2:51
- 9 Nothing 4:17
- 10 Pimpf / Interlude #1: Mission Impossible 5:25
- 11 Agent Orange 5:05
- 12 Never Let Me Down Again (Aggro mix) 4:57
- 13 To Have and to Hold (Spanish Taster) 2:36
- 14 Pleasure, Little Treasure 5:35
Release Date
September 28, 1987
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
62 min 46 sec
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