Depeche Mode - Interview with Music For The Masses Producer Dave Bascombe (Part 1)
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- Part 1 of a 3 part in-depth interview with the Co-Producer and Mix Engineer of Depeche Mode's "Music For The Masses" album, released in 1987.
Hear exclusive "never heard before" info regarding the production of this iconic album with interesting stories about the production and behind the scenes.
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The Alan fanboy stuff is killing me with laughter
It is warranted, he added so much to the band and doesn't get enough credit for it, all due respect to Gore and all...
Always interesting to get more "unofficial" insight into Alan Wilder's role in the band as it's always been sort of swept under the carpet because of their dubious crediting rules, it confirms what many suspected really, Gore's clearly a great songwriter and did a decent enough job of learning from Wilder's influence, there are dark tracks on Ultra and Playing the Angel that naturally carry on in the same vein, but it's clearly Wilder who was the master at taking them to a whole new level and introducing this brilliantly textured, dark and layered sound that is what I love so much about depeche mode and what makes them so timeless to me, especially what one might consider their most experimental/least commercial sounding albums, Construction Time Again and the ironically titled Music For the Masses
Still the best Depeche Mode album in my opinion 🙂
No, the great thing ist that DM have alot of best Albums i mean from Black Celebration till Violator.
My favorite album from the artwork to the songs, this album got me hooked on DM!!
Totally agreed. Violator, SOFAD, BC, Ultra and even Delta Machine are all wonderful, but this imo is their magnum opus.
It's up there.
Great interview Vaughn giving us fans literally a behind the scenes making of a Mode album from someone first hand who was involved. On a personal level it reiterates even more so Alan’s input in the creation of past Mode albums and that post Wilder the albums especially since Ultra have lacked that essence which was evident when he was in the band. It’s also apparent that Alan should’ve had sole or co-producer credits at least on this album and not share credit with his fellow band mates which I imagine would’ve affected his royalties! Thanks for the effort Vaughn🍻
That was just what the doctor ordered, an insight into the tssss sound on "Nothing" it must have been difficult for Dave to remember all the things going on and is very humble in the part he played on one of the best DM albums. These answers are the nuts to connect to the bolts we already know, now it all makes sense.
Great interview Guys, Dave seemed relaxed, I like that he listened to the album before the interview, I wonder how he feels listening to it now.
Not sure that was Humble more than Simply not remembering. He was barely able to stay in chair...loomed like he was melting.
But I feed he knew his shit and appreciated Allen..so hes Thumbs up in my book
Martin was the architect and Alan the engineer! What a great line!
Depeche Robb thank you sir!! VG
I am glad they kept that piano bit on Never Let Me Down Again that Alan wanted to cut because he thought it was unnecessary. The song would not have the build up and intensity without it!
Wow!!! So the epic choir sound at the end of Never Let Me Down Again comes from Carmina Burana?! That's amazing! Thank you very much indeed Vaughn for asking Mr Bascombe one of my "long time wanted to ask" questions regarding the making of MFTM. I really appreciate it! :) Can't wait to watch part 2! (The only thing that makes me enjoy the interview a little less is that it's really difficult to understand Mr Bascombe's words for a non-native speaker as he speaks incredibly fast... I'd really love to get all the precious infromation he shares with us on the topic, but I'm afraid I lose about the 20-30% of it because I just don't understand what he says. Therefore, we, non-native speakers would be extremely grateful for the English subtitles I think. Before anybody suggests, no, even the auto-generated subtitles can't catch up with Mr Bascombe's pace of speech...)
Same here. The auto subs tried hard but the guy speaks too fast.
Fletch clap always rocks
Yea...it use to be Novel..then expected like an always played tune. . But how it's just a Millionare who's showing off how little he does performance wize and how that one button push is ever so uniquely Fletch. I'd much rather have 1/4 of an Allen than 1/1 of a Fletch
@Jeff G. Nice try, Jeff!
But apparently, he couldn't get on well with Alan Wilder.
Vaughn, for Violator and SoFaD will you try to get Flood as well?
Lex DV I’m going to try my best !! VG 😎👍🎹
That would be amazing!
@@VaughnGeorge You can do it!!!
That would be awesome! There’s so much I would ask him, even his impressive career beyond Depeche.
This was freaking a BOON of an interview... so awesome and insightful
God bless those EMULATOR II years
*When I first heard "Shout" by Tears For Fears I first thought it was Depeche Mode. It all makes sense now.*
Awesome! Clearly he was co-producer by how many sounds or samples he added......i was worried at the start wen he kept saying he couldn't remember.....and then it all came back....😎😎
That was awesome!! Dave Bascombe you're a legend. MFTM is a masterpiece in my eyes. There is so much to love about this album. Thanks Vaughan for making this happen for DM fans like us. P.S. Please keep singing in you videos 👍
Paul Archer thank you and no one will stop me from singing ever !! VG 😎👍🎹
A L A N W I L D E R.
Nice interview. MFTM IS REALLY AMAZING ALBUM. VIOLATER WAS A CLASSIC. SOFAD TRULY INSPIRING.
Those 20 mins just flew by - amazing stuff!
Søren Damgaard Larsen Thank you sir !! VG
An absolute treasure trove - loved it!
Sory .but God Dang this was really so better an interview than I figured it would be from the begining..(he was sliding out of his chair..figured hed be totally on floor in 10.in)
My god what information have you got out of Mr Bascome! No one would have ever known about the pneumatic door sound or the high hats had you not done this for us. Big time respect. Looking forward to the next episode! Good to see Alan fanboy alert back too. Keep safe!
Huge infos on this one!!!!
Fantastic Q&A session. I would think that by now Depeche Mode and Alan Wilder have gotten word of your channel and especially Dave Bascombe's interview. I wouldn't be surprised if someone reaches out to you to offer more perspective and maybe even an interview session. Cheers Vaughn and keep up the good work!
Well, there will sure be an interview with the band itself one day I believe. 🙂 Martin already knows him personally, doesn't he? 🙂
@@AvesPasseri-Jinysvet I'm not sure if they know each other on a personal level. Vaughn mentioned he's met Martin but I'm not sure how deep that goes. But I'm sure all members of Depeche Mode have heard of VG by now with all the great work he's doing with this channel, and his rising subscriber level. Wouldn't it be nice if they let Vaughn document their studio sessions for the next album. ＼(＾▽＾)／
@@ReginatorNet that would be great. I think he mentioned he spent some hour in the shop with him. Something he might remember.
zuzana skotáková What makes you say that he knows Vaughn?
I enjoyed hearing more about MFTM than what is on the remasters docs. Looking forward to part 2. Well done!
Thank you for this! I’m fascinated by the idea that Martin was a bit “kitschy”! Not a word I really associated with him. But it makes me re-think his working relationship with Vince and how their work together would have progressed if they had not parted ways so early on... we know Vince does not shy from kitsch in Erasure! LOL
Love this interview!!
Thank you! VG :--)
"Alan fanboy alert!!" 🤣 🙏 Very interesting interview 🤩
Great interview and video! They should get him for the next album!
Thank you so much for these videos Vaughn, they are super interesting! Now, we just hope that you would get to interview Flood or Alan :).
Vaughn that was fucking amazing!! Can't wait for the rest of it!! :D
Karl Hamilton you’re very welcome bro!! VG 👍🎹😎
Still love this interview Vaughn.🎶
Oh goodie!
🤯🤯🤯omg this is gold!!!! Sorry havent even finished video...
finaly i have waited for this intervju
Thanks for doing this!!!!
Great edition to this series! Love it!
that's freaking GREAT interview V!
I love that reverb! Dave is way too humble, this album is fantastic. Thank you for this interview!
Finally uploaded !
Nice! Looking forward to the full interview on your Patreon channel. 😊
This is the best, no filler interview, George. Thank you!!!! If you got to interview Flood... HOLY SHIT!!!!!!
Really interesting. Thanks for all your efforts Vaughn. Love it!
Super insightful "making of" content. Can't wait for parts 2 and 3. Thank you for your efforts to put this all together.
Thanks for this interview Vaughn. Something that many fans have been waiting for
These are the details we've all been looking for! Thank you so very much Vaughn and Dave!
Great, great interview, there is so much interesting info just from this first part alone, thank you for this video.
You did`nt promise too much.
These vids i often have to watch in 2-3 go`s as it`s an overload of information i love to consume!
Thanks a lot again Vaughn!!!!
What a great interview George !!!! Thanks a lot.
Thanks Vaughn great interview
This was a very well written album. I love Music for The Masses and its open style....full and....... fanatical.Absolute great.Thanks Vaughn this trip in the past was very interesting!
Thanks Vaughn 👋
Couldn’t love this more! So worth the wait. The coach bus pneumatic door sound. Wow!
Really enjoy this episode. Thanks!
Poptician/Art Of Photo you’re welcome!! VG
Fantastic interview! Great questions! Thank you both!
Wow! Worth waiting for. I don't have any more words right now, just gratefulness. The Vaughty theme was great too.
Fellow South African DM fan here - love your work
Vaughn great episode,Fletch clap & Wilder fan boy, fun as usual-good content & insight.Love your Masses inspired theme/remix.
Regards 😀
looking forward to part 2 and warning alan wilder
oooooh my gosh is sooo goooodddd!very interesting!thanx a lot
Bloody brilliant stuff, mega interesting part 2 part 2 where are you
Great interview I’m really enjoying your channel. From one devotee to another thanks Vaughn
Wes Mode I am so glad !! Thank you !! 👍🎹😎
Good as always vg, this interview so close to MFTM and shows how was the production of this album,thanks
Boom! brilliant viewing. Thanks Vaughn and Dave 👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼
Great info, passion and casual presentation. More please!
Awesome. Wow. So many astonishing informations. Really great. It is so amazing. Many many thanks to both of you. In the future it will be a good example of oral history. You spent so much effort and passion in it. Keep up the good work. Stay safe. (Three of you)
Very interesting video with lots of informations. Thanks Vaughn.
Cheers my friend!! VG
“I think Alan had the vision”...yes indeed..all downhill after SOFAD...cue the Alan siren..lol
The thing is, I can't get into Recoil. It's too awkward for me.
Fascinating. One of my fave albums ever. You've filled my knowledge beautifully. Thank you.
Electronicaz Music you are most welcome !! VG 😎👍🎹
That Led Zeppelin drum sample was also used throughout the Cocteau Twins' 'Treasure' album :-)
Cocteau Twins used a drumulator in that album, which includes a preset with that sample. It's even possible the band weren't even aware of that!
On the other hand, it's funny how Bascombe said that sample wasn't used that much at the time, since he also put it On TFF's Shout not long before working with DM :D
Very many thanks Vaughn. Especially for solving a 33 year mystery regarding the Strangelove bassline. I never understood it. I’m with the single version myself. More danceable. The album version sucked out the energy for me, but its subjective.
Andrew Brennan I’m glad it answered your question my friend !! Thank you for your support!! VG 😎👍🎹
Vaughn George your welcome!
Ah this is manna from heaven! What a great insight into how they made that album. Thanks Vaughan, stay safe brother x
Thank you and lots of love to you too brother !! VG:-)
Wow this lots of information I’ve always wanted to know. Thank you Vaughn 😊.
john bowersox you are welcome sir !! VG
Vaughn George Thank you Vaughn 😊
Fascinating stuff …. 20 mins flew by. Looking forward to the next part.
Any other interviews lined up? Flood, Tim Simeon, Daniel???
If I had that studio with that view I would never leave. I would have written Save a Prayer.
Great interview. DM is this era are pretty unique amongst any band really, to have one band member come in with a fully arranged song, only for another band member to work on his own to completely rework it before they even got to the studio!
Can't wait for Part 2. I'm enjoying the behind the scenes info. I didn't know they let the led out on NLMDA, or that Flood switched up the process.
@@davidgahan-ks5jh Mark Ellis produced Violator and Songs of Faith and Devotion. His professional pseudonym is Flood.
You are doing the job for everything we want 2 know👏🏽👏🏽🎹👍🏽
Need to start playing som synths because of you 👊🏽❤🎹
Brilliant mate! 👏👏👏
Dave seems cool. Great production contributions to classic albums
Really enjoyed this video. Good stuff
scottsanders1414 thank you !!VG
Great interview...I've got that album ingrained into me.
this is a TERRIFIC interview - what a resource for Depeche Mode fans! thank you!!
Another great interview from your great series of reviews. Thank you very much. I love the sound of MFTM - It's so epic and selfish. I love Led Zeppelin (band and sound) drums on NLMDA (Alan used them again on Get Right With Me). I'm looking forward for the new episode.
Thank you for your kind words !! VG:-)
i love little 15
Well done Vaughn! The fanboy alert is just hilarious! 😆😆
I'm late, but awesome interview!!!
Excellent!
DM 101...was how DM catched me...back in the late 80's...me a mexican boy...barely understood the lyrics....but this is what good music is about ..it doesn't matter ...the sounds breaks any language barrier.... I still love that album (DM 101)...which is basically the tour for Music for the Masses album....everytime I ride through the Pasadena Rose Bowl...I remember the DM 101 concert...fabulous and great.. .
So many interesting details... A delayed one (no pun intended), but thank you for this interview! I think that a couple years ago, in one of the videos Dave mentioned that his and Alan’s favorite track from MFTM was “Nothing”...
P.S. Another album produced by Mr. Bascombe which I adore is “Analogue” by a-ha, pure awesomeness
As DM's biggest fan, I want to say these videos are brilliant. I have been listening to Violator for 31 years. Nothing comes close to this album
Waiting for the night is my favourite track....with headphones obviously.
I'm glad you found me and that you are enjoying the series !! VG :-)
Brilliant stuff. Sampling and using found sounds is awesome. I wish DM still did this, instead of farting around on modular synths. Cannot wait for part 2.
FASCINATING!!!
man VG... you are a very good interviewer! wonder if you ever reached out to Wilder for a sit down? omg that was be so insane!! Love Dave Bascombe!! He has so much wisdom and stories to share. Could listen to him all day.
Excellent interview again, Vaughn! Bloody fascinating stuff! Regarding the sequencer they used, I don’t think Cubase was out in ‘87. Probably would’ve been Steinberg Pro12 or Pro24 in those days.
wattage2007 yes you’re right !! VG
Yes.. we let that one slip as Cubase didn't appear until late '89..
Might have been either Pro24(as you said) or C-Lab Creator but was mostly done on the UMI-4M on the BBC Micro
Cubasis (original name) come in 89,,, v1.01 around April !!
Strangelove was the first NEW 7" I heard with DM, and the album was the first album when released. Great job and great album.
Much better than the geek talk series with Dave... I love the remix version used as the theme song, can’t wait ‘till you release it!!!
carlosmode gahan I’m glad you liked it sir !! VG
Wilder in 2000-01, in Steve Malins' biography: "The songs on MFTM actually stayed closer to Martin's original demos than those on Black Celebration and after that we said to [him], 'Leave the demos a bit less finished to give us more freedom in the studio'...I think that [a] problem was that perhaps Dave Bascombe was not an adventurous enough route to take...he did a very good, professional job but he wasn't a dynamic person who could stomp his authority on the album. I think he felt stuck in a position somewhere between engineer and producer."
If you did an hour general interview, then did an hour per song I couldn't get enough. No pun intended. Keep up the good work. 👍
Fletch clap lol!! I still love that mix!!!
Haha, those sirens are hilarious.
Like, double like, triple like!
Nuno Fernandes thank you bro !! VG 🎹👍😎
@@VaughnGeorge from a huge DM fan to another you're welcome. And thank YOU for this. I also write songs and dabble in home recording so this was gold for me.
Sad news ... Puk studios in Randers, Denmark was destroyed in a fire early this morning. Depeche Mode used it for both MFTM and Violator albums. Among other legends who was there are George Michael, Elton John and others....
Very Sad news Peter !! Thank you for letting me know!! VG
@@VaughnGeorge it was abandoned two years ago. Residential studios are a thing of the past, still sad though.
This summer some urban explorers visited the place.
th-cam.com/video/7f5FjLY7bik/w-d-xo.html
Dear Vaughn, could you make English subtitles for these epic conversations please??