I can’t get over how diplomatic they all were in downplaying the horrific experience they had recording SOFAD. We can read between the lines. The tantrums, moodiness & chaos. They birthed an incredible record but so devastated to this day they lost Alan.
I like Alan's reaction at 9:50 when Paul Gambaccini asks him if he's ever watched Dave on stage. His voice takes a different, more upbeat tone and he raises his left eyebrow which he often does to emphasise a point and/or when he engages in a conversation. I have never really heard Martin or Andy talk so fondly about Dave's stage performance and his qualities as a frontman.
Martin isn’t the person who is full of compliments to give. Dave has said that the best compliment he was recieved from Martin was something like “I write the songs which I recieve from above and I need your voice to sing them”.
It's so sad to watch Dave when Gambaccini asks him how close they all are. He isn't diplomatic about it--he's honest. If you didn't know there was tension and regret before, you certainly do after his answer
He's always been honest to a fault remember when he came out of jail and insisted on saying he was a heroin addict and he didn't want to die....sorry to his mum and fans.... Heartbreaking
You can read in Alan’s eyes and trough his body language that he was fed up in the period this interview was made. He actually insinuates that shit is already happening. What a sad story..
He seems like the only one not totally falling apart. But they brought themselves back together and they're still performing beautifully till this day, if Allen could have ridden it out a bit he might have been happier who knows
@pepper1188 Who knows But I am pretty sure that we still don’t know a lot of crucial facts and details and that’s why we don’t know who of them was or was not able to do certain things. Above all it was a very sad story and still is.
It's weird.....you can FEEL tension in the air. And they aren't even in the same room at any point. So glad they got past all the crap and are still making music. Love DM forever!!
Very telling interview. No longer was the mood light and happy. You could sense the impending implosion that was to come...so sad. Growing up/older sucks.
It's funny but with songs of faith and devotion I felt an emotion that I've never felt with any other Depeche mode album ....Martin looks well on his way to a divorce and alcoholism.....Alan protects the fact he is already bleeding by the hands with responsibility....Dave screams suicide when he touches on the sadness of emptiness of how far apart the four band members are.....and Andy.....I will never understand what he ever does .... His hatred towards Alan such simple putrid and hate will see to it the four will never record together ever again.......as Dave has always said.....Martin and Andy always seemed jealous of just how good musically Alan was. I personally miss Alan terribly.
emersiveav On the contrary, Alan was really willing to help them make music. But you have to understand that specifically on _Songs of Faith & Devotion_, he did 90% of the work. Making the music, mixing it, editing it... he was there 10 hours longer than any of the remaining members, and he hardly got any recognition for it. Andy was particularly harsh on him sometimes. Can't really blame him if he was partially fed up with the whole situation. Plus, those were some really troubling times for all the members.
+Stephanie Louise I subscribe to what you said. There were a lot of arguments between Alan and Martin too in the recording process. Probably I would've left too if I were in his place.
VideosDepeche You have to understand that these are Martin’s songs. They’re his melodies, his compositions. I appreciate Alan, but truthfully none of them would be anywhere if they didn’t have Martin’s songs. Can’t blame him.
SportsFan_9630 They may well have been Martins melodies and lyrics but without a musician such as Alan, Depeche Mode would not have produced those songs...: Martins ego meant he could not give Alan any credit for creating those songs ! Fletch was counting the money, Dave sings what he is given, Martin and Alan deliver the music..... but Martin would only have the credits associated with him!
Why are you blaming Martin? He's always spoken highly and fairly about Alan's role and contribution. And DM has always worked with a variety of music producers. Alan was the one with the ego. He was admittedly a control freak. And again, no matter what you or anyone says, Depeche Mode would not exist without Martin. His songs. His compositions. His music. he is the driving force behind DM's success. Period!!!
BULLSHIT!! Martin didn't take all the credit! Thats a flat-out lie! Read all the liner notes. It The notes ALWAYS says PRODUCED BY Depeche Mode (and Flood or any other producer they were working with at the time). Im not just going to blame Martin. What about Dave and Fletch? Why don't people blame them as much as they unfairly attack Martin? What you've written here is complete and utter bullshit!
Ironically, within all the problems they were going through, they had created such a good album, perhaps the pinnacle of their career. Things are like this, and it is in vain to think assumptions. In the end, personally I appreciate all that stormy stage of the band, they created that excellent album. Later, it is known that Alan decided to leave the band pitifully; But I repeat it again, things are like that and maybe, (the facts show it) his departure helped the band to continue, maybe otherwise it would have been impossible. Then Depeche mode continued to exist because (I agree with who says it) the driving force of the band was always the compositional capacity of Martin Gore. Along with Gahan's voice, always a voice and a character as personal as Dave's are irreplaceable. Martin's songs, David's voice and personality, and Andy's desire to keep the ship sailing made it possible for the band to continue with dignity despite all the drawbacks, because they were the fundamental and irreplaceable part of Depeche mode.
"Time is money." Smile, wink wink. They are the genuine article. Their brave sincerity and compassion for another and to their ART is FORTITUDE and worthy of renown respect! It's evident at this time they were all going through a tribulation in some form or another. Mercy, Faith, Condemnation, Truth, Lies, High, Walking in My Shoes, were embedded throughout the album. Need I say more? I've been a fan since MV3! and stopped going to see them live in reverence to Alan Wilder after the Devotional Tour. Either you're too stupid to notice,Zs,Ys, Theybies, whatever, should be jealous of Generation X! Today's music is puke. We got to experience an ECLECTIC array of music, unparalleled since the invention of rock 'n' roll! e.g. New Wave, Punk, Raves and Hip Hop! I know I must of missed something! Yeah!
I can only feel so much gratitude that Depeche survived this dark time, especially Dave, and that they got better and better, including Dave! Depeche mode is my life! Dave is my love! best band ever, and it will be like this forever!
@@ca77721 essence died too. too mechanical too electronic it lost Alans warmth and classically trained touch. Lost its production quality. Feels like a demo still.
@DModelX Too electronic?LOL.Martin and Dave are the essence of DM.Without Martin's songwriting and Dave's singing there is no more Depeche Mode.Alan was great and very talented but they have successfully gone on without him.Yes their sound has changed but its still Depeche Mode.If Dave or Martin leave DM THEN they are done.
@@ca77721 Ever heard Martin solo albums? below mediocre. How about Dave’s solos maybe 1 good song the rest below mediocre. Alan’s recoil was also below mediocre. All 3 mediocre because alone they are not good. Dave and Martin is a little better but production is lazy and their hits are too basic. Not enough layers, weak progressions, and zero or lazy climax. People can say Martin writes songs but it takes alot of work to put out legendary albums of BC, MFTM, Violator and SOFAD. You can’t just stroll into the studio drunk at 5 and leave at 10. You need a talented control freak and workaholic like Alan.
Not only Alan leaving but Floof left too. A terrible loss. Although Tim simeon was perfect for Ultra and helped make that an extra album that gets better with time. However after that I have only like less than half of the songs on each album. Poor choices of producers and too much Dave on each album.
@@jeshkam Flood is more valuable as a producer. No one can put their finger on what Alan did but he really lead the production. Even Dave says that he missed that one person who would lead their music production who was Alan. Anyways i am looking forward to their new album and this will be my first DM concert.
What a marvelous record was SOFAD. but what a full of problems was involve with it. Alan was the price they have to pay to make such a masterpiece. Sad
That look on Alans face as this guy asks him yhe question about no one has yet left the band...how prothetic that weeks later he would throw in the towel. Dave was so strung out on H. Martins denial of entry of whoever that was was hillariously uncomfortable..Hooker..Sex therapist..nail painter.. Fletch thinking his voice is underrated..lol more clap, less yap fletch
Ironic, from their lowest point personally came their finest work creatively. After SOFAD and Alan's departure the only 2 albums that have stood the test of time are Ultra and Playing The Angel. Everything else has been hit or miss. Either way I think that even had Alan remained, their albums would have been superior, but they would still be past their prime. All bands have a pinnacle and then roll down hill, with the occasional late career creative renaissance, in DM's case Playing The Angel. Even so, I'm still glad they continue to record decent songs, continue touring and haven't become a tribute band of themselves.
What was the deal with woman coming in when Martin is doing a interview? Always wonder if that was real or not? Kind of bizarre to have something like that, if it was staged. Why did they leave that in if it wasn't?
Not the best period in DM's history and it shows. Totally matches the situation that would later be described by all the guys in the documentary. Andy is the only one who appears sound, he was struggling to keep communication between his band mates
I say Dave was the problem Alan is and was the man that made me and the DM fans love their music Alan deserved much more and rightly so Alan made DM sound like DM that's why the band since has never made new ground or new hits DM must have Alan in production period
I always felt the same tbh. I mean that he was a bit pricky. I know he is a great musicians but I also felt he was always looking down on Martin, Dave and Andy because they weren't trained.
In many ways I feel like Dave is the only one who is being open and honest and allowing himself to be vulnerable. I felt really sad for him.
It hurts.
I can’t get over how diplomatic they all were in downplaying the horrific experience they had recording SOFAD. We can read between the lines. The tantrums, moodiness & chaos. They birthed an incredible record but so devastated to this day they lost Alan.
they almost lost Dave... and Andy!
I like Alan's reaction at 9:50 when Paul Gambaccini asks him if he's ever watched Dave on stage. His voice takes a different, more upbeat tone and he raises his left eyebrow which he often does to emphasise a point and/or when he engages in a conversation. I have never really heard Martin or Andy talk so fondly about Dave's stage performance and his qualities as a frontman.
Martin isn’t the person who is full of compliments to give. Dave has said that the best compliment he was recieved from Martin was something like “I write the songs which I recieve from above and I need your voice to sing them”.
There seriously needs to be a film made about them
yup i agree
Absolutely!
It's so sad to watch Dave when Gambaccini asks him how close they all are. He isn't diplomatic about it--he's honest. If you didn't know there was tension and regret before, you certainly do after his answer
He's always been honest to a fault remember when he came out of jail and insisted on saying he was a heroin addict and he didn't want to die....sorry to his mum and fans.... Heartbreaking
Dave's honesty is so pure.
You can read in Alan’s eyes and trough his body language that he was fed up in the period this interview was made. He actually insinuates that shit is already happening. What a sad story..
He seems like the only one not totally falling apart. But they brought themselves back together and they're still performing beautifully till this day, if Allen could have ridden it out a bit he might have been happier who knows
@pepper1188 Who knows
But I am pretty sure that we still don’t know a lot of crucial facts and details and that’s why we don’t know who of them was or was not able to do certain things.
Above all it was a very sad story and still is.
Depeche at there peak. But definitely at there lowest .
why on earth does Fletch have a parrot in his office? this guy cannot stop being hella hilarious 😂😂
Regarding Fletch, I despair! Lol
It's weird.....you can FEEL tension in the air. And they aren't even in the same room at any point. So glad they got past all the crap and are still making music. Love DM forever!!
I think they still have it all in their hearts. There were a lot of pain and tragedy.
Asking Alan 'that' question 2 years before he left.
2 years is a long time
Very telling interview. No longer was the mood light and happy. You could sense the impending implosion that was to come...so sad. Growing up/older sucks.
What an interesting historical snippet of the band. So glad I've found it
This is the most transparent and vulnerable interview that I have seen with them.
They all were so desperated and almost broken, so they had nothing to loose that time.
That Alan question, you know the one..... those feels.....
Lol at Martin shoving her out of the room, and acting like it didn’t just happen...
Yeah! That was funny! Was that his girlfriend or slapper?
@@Audisj69 she didn't looks like his wife
It was staged tbh
Why did thy do this???
@@Gerardjhughes I think so too
It's funny but with songs of faith and devotion I felt an emotion that I've never felt with any other Depeche mode album ....Martin looks well on his way to a divorce and alcoholism.....Alan protects the fact he is already bleeding by the hands with responsibility....Dave screams suicide when he touches on the sadness of emptiness of how far apart the four band members are.....and Andy.....I will never understand what he ever does .... His hatred towards Alan such simple putrid and hate will see to it the four will never record together ever again.......as Dave has always said.....Martin and Andy always seemed jealous of just how good musically Alan was. I personally miss Alan terribly.
Man you are so right.
@@mariusangelescu1912 thanks man....still my favorite band of all time
Martin on his way to divorce? He got married in 1994, it was his first marriage lol
My god
Interesting, but very sad interview...
Why would it be staged?
I don't care if it was real or staged, that was awesome either way.
Staged. Corbijn's wife lol
emersiveav On the contrary, Alan was really willing to help them make music. But you have to understand that specifically on _Songs of Faith & Devotion_, he did 90% of the work. Making the music, mixing it, editing it... he was there 10 hours longer than any of the remaining members, and he hardly got any recognition for it. Andy was particularly harsh on him sometimes.
Can't really blame him if he was partially fed up with the whole situation. Plus, those were some really troubling times for all the members.
+Stephanie Louise I subscribe to what you said. There were a lot of arguments between Alan and Martin too in the recording process. Probably I would've left too if I were in his place.
VideosDepeche You have to understand that these are Martin’s songs. They’re his melodies, his compositions. I appreciate Alan, but truthfully none of them would be anywhere if they didn’t have Martin’s songs. Can’t blame him.
SportsFan_9630 They may well have been Martins melodies and lyrics but without a musician such as Alan, Depeche Mode would not have produced those songs...: Martins ego meant he could not give Alan any credit for creating those songs ! Fletch was counting the money, Dave sings what he is given, Martin and Alan deliver the music..... but Martin would only have the credits associated with him!
Why are you blaming Martin? He's always spoken highly and fairly about Alan's role and contribution. And DM has always worked with a variety of music producers. Alan was the one with the ego. He was admittedly a control freak. And again, no matter what you or anyone says, Depeche Mode would not exist without Martin. His songs. His compositions. His music. he is the driving force behind DM's success. Period!!!
BULLSHIT!! Martin didn't take all the credit! Thats a flat-out lie! Read all the liner notes. It The notes ALWAYS says PRODUCED BY Depeche Mode (and Flood or any other producer they were working with at the time). Im not just going to blame Martin. What about Dave and Fletch? Why don't people blame them as much as they unfairly attack Martin? What you've written here is complete and utter bullshit!
that screech when they're discussing andy's voice. if that's not irony, i don't know what is
That saddest part is just how f*cked Dave was. Totally drugged up. :(
I did laugh when Paul said “your tattoos have seemed to come to life”
And Dave trips out, “oh don’t say that! For fuck’s sake!”
Haha!
Drugs are bad.
Even sadder was when he got clean he became Shit!!!!
@@scottsanders1414 what do you mean?
@@scottsanders1414 What do you mean when you say he became shit? I don’t know anything about the actual people.
@@scottsanders1414 sad statement. You're a POS
Ironically, within all the problems they were going through, they had created such a good album, perhaps the pinnacle of their career. Things are like this, and it is in vain to think assumptions. In the end, personally I appreciate all that stormy stage of the band, they created that excellent album. Later, it is known that Alan decided to leave the band pitifully; But I repeat it again, things are like that and maybe, (the facts show it) his departure helped the band to continue, maybe otherwise it would have been impossible. Then Depeche mode continued to exist because (I agree with who says it) the driving force of the band was always the compositional capacity of Martin Gore. Along with Gahan's voice, always a voice and a character as personal as Dave's are irreplaceable. Martin's songs, David's voice and personality, and Andy's desire to keep the ship sailing made it possible for the band to continue with dignity despite all the drawbacks, because they were the fundamental and irreplaceable part of Depeche mode.
Yeah I agree, SOFAD is just pure genius and filled with brilliant tunes. Sometimes the best work comes out when you're in the darkest places
"Time is money." Smile, wink wink.
They are the genuine article. Their brave sincerity and compassion for another and to their ART is FORTITUDE
and worthy of renown respect!
It's evident at this time they were all going through a tribulation in some form or another. Mercy, Faith, Condemnation,
Truth, Lies, High, Walking in My Shoes, were embedded throughout the album. Need I say more?
I've been a fan since MV3! and stopped going to see them live in reverence to Alan Wilder after the Devotional Tour.
Either you're too stupid to notice,Zs,Ys, Theybies, whatever, should be jealous of Generation X! Today's music is puke.
We got to experience an ECLECTIC array of music, unparalleled since the invention of rock 'n' roll! e.g. New Wave, Punk,
Raves and Hip Hop!
I know I must of missed something! Yeah!
The Time when we thought we might Lose them forever😔but they came back👍👍👍
I can only feel so much gratitude that Depeche survived this dark time, especially Dave, and that they got better and better, including Dave! Depeche mode is my life! Dave is my love! best band ever, and it will be like this forever!
barely survived… they were never the same especially without Alan
@@DxModel219 Their sound changed but their essence and brilliant song writing are still present.
@@ca77721 essence died too. too mechanical too electronic it lost Alans warmth and classically trained touch. Lost its production quality. Feels like a demo still.
@DModelX Too electronic?LOL.Martin and Dave are the essence of DM.Without Martin's songwriting and Dave's singing there is no more Depeche Mode.Alan was great and very talented but they have successfully gone on without him.Yes their sound has changed but its still Depeche Mode.If Dave or Martin leave DM THEN they are done.
@@ca77721 Ever heard Martin solo albums? below mediocre. How about Dave’s solos maybe 1 good song the rest below mediocre. Alan’s recoil was also below mediocre. All 3 mediocre because alone they are not good. Dave and Martin is a little better but production is lazy and their hits are too basic. Not enough layers, weak progressions, and zero or lazy climax. People can say Martin writes songs but it takes alot of work to put out legendary albums of BC, MFTM, Violator and SOFAD. You can’t just stroll into the studio drunk at 5 and leave at 10. You need a talented control freak and workaholic like Alan.
Why Alan says " its more responsablility … but i enjoy it" . 2 years latter he left the band because of it .
Honestly he got dumped on because he let himself get dumped on. But he's a sweetheart and I guess that was his issue. Not able to say No.
Not only Alan leaving but Floof left too. A terrible loss. Although Tim simeon was perfect for Ultra and helped make that an extra album that gets better with time.
However after that I have only like less than half of the songs on each album. Poor choices of producers and too much Dave on each album.
Flood didn't leave. He was only hired as a producer.
@@jeshkami think he meant Flood never came back or rehired.
@@DxModel219 Flood mixed the whole "Delta Machine" LP.
@@jeshkam Flood is more valuable as a producer. No one can put their finger on what Alan did but he really lead the production. Even Dave says that he missed that one person who would lead their music production who was Alan. Anyways i am looking forward to their new album and this will be my first DM concert.
What a marvelous record was SOFAD. but what a full of problems was involve with it.
Alan was the price they have to pay to make such a
masterpiece. Sad
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That look on Alans face as this guy asks him yhe question about no one has yet left the band...how prothetic that weeks later he would throw in the towel.
Dave was so strung out on H.
Martins denial of entry of whoever that was was hillariously uncomfortable..Hooker..Sex therapist..nail painter..
Fletch thinking his voice is underrated..lol more clap, less yap fletch
I think that bit with the girl coming in the room was probably fake and done for humor. What does everyone else think?
She's Nimi. Do you know her? Check out.
Corbijn's wife lol
LOL @ Andy sitting among squeaking parrots and cats.
7:11 seems acutely ironic.
Lol Martin what are you doing lol....and he laughs..... Good for you Martin
Was that staged?
Does anyone know where Fletch's office / apartment was? Looks like a major UK city (guessing London) but would love to know.
Mart, what r u doing
I swear that the woman that walked in Martin's room was Janice from Friends, " OH MY GOD ! " lol
Do you guys think it was staged for humor and not real?
@@jr9249 corbijns wife bro
My heart, it sinks. I just want to hug Dave.
I want to hug them all, each one of them was broken then.
But Dave was like a lost child.
Martin's girl walking in.... and getting put out @6:15 ("but time is money") unexpected and equally fabulous. His dom?
Dave is so angst here..
Ironic, from their lowest point personally came their finest work creatively. After SOFAD and Alan's departure the only 2 albums that have stood the test of time are Ultra and Playing The Angel. Everything else has been hit or miss. Either way I think that even had Alan remained, their albums would have been superior, but they would still be past their prime. All bands have a pinnacle and then roll down hill, with the occasional late career creative renaissance, in DM's case Playing The Angel. Even so, I'm still glad they continue to record decent songs, continue touring and haven't become a tribute band of themselves.
4:35-4:34 it's the parrot :)
this is dave gahan at crossroads
They all sound and look so sad, tired, disillusioned and burnt out here! Except Andy...;-)
Though he was facing depression at the time if I'm not mistaken
This was before the grueling tour
"Time is money" 🤣
That interviewer flat out said everything that was happening and would happen to the group 🙉 craaazy
6:19 what does she say ?
I want to believe that was staged
Ada time is money
Oh, I didn't catch that. Do people think she was a prostitute?
Amy Winehouse ?
Confusing
She's Nimi, don't you see? Lol. Depeche fans my a..e.
4:34 terrifying sound that made me jump
it was the parrot off-screen lol
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4:35 What the fuck was that!?
edit:
Forgot, he had a bird.
Looks very Spinal Tap
Hello Paul, how's Limahl?!
Who was the girl coming to Martin's room in the middle of filming?
Nimi. Check out.
Hand in the cookie jar, Martin.😒
It's a joke
Was that Martin's Girlfriend? she was ready lol
I assume that episode could've been staged
I personally don't think it was staged. Martin looked visibly upset & uncomfortable. I think she was one of their many groupies.
I think it was British humor.
What was the deal with woman coming in when Martin is doing a interview? Always wonder if that was real or not? Kind of bizarre to have something like that, if it was staged. Why did they leave that in if it wasn't?
It was obviously set up, a typical Anton thing to do.
Seems very staged. The dialogue and acting gave it away
They’re being funny British guys by doing that. It’s British humor.
She's an Anton's girlfriend, the same acting in Strangelove
Aww poor Andy...
More of a production than an interview .🥴 Anton made " a beautiful picture " and everyone played a little 🙄
OHHHH Don't say that for fucks sake (─‿‿─)
Not the best period in DM's history and it shows. Totally matches the situation that would later be described by all the guys in the documentary. Andy is the only one who appears sound, he was struggling to keep communication between his band mates
Yer, you meaning keeping up communication by only speaking to Dave and Martin and turning them against Alan. No wonder he left.
@@Garylpool1 hmm, I'm totally unaware of this side of his diplomacy
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04:35 wtf??
Its was pet bird that was there making that sound.
I hate that's part....crazy man...Fletch and his fucking bird LOL horrible noise
@@lajosnevenczel51 :D
Qualcuno mi può tradurre questa intervista.....? GRAZIE ❤
Martins side piece exposed...
What was that about ?
@@brody5211 I'm trying to figure it out.
Gambaccini is like the creepy Uncle who turns up every Christmas
First?
Alans eyes almonds....
Beautiful almond grayish eyes.. Most beautiful man ever!!
After watching this I no really wounder about fletch...jeeeez is he worthless or what? Poor guy
Digital DJ Vic Fletch is the wealthiest mime artist in the world... acting the part of a rockstar .... luck guy and he knows it !
@6:02 Who and what the fuck?
jessr090 😀😀😀😀
100% LADYBOY!
I think Alen was the problem from the get go....he seems like he could be a prick to work with
Alen?
A prick?!?! Do you know what he tolerated?!? Educate yourself!
I say Dave was the problem Alan is and was the man that made me and the DM fans love their music Alan deserved much more and rightly so Alan made DM sound like DM that's why the band since has never made new ground or new hits DM must have Alan in production period
I always felt the same tbh. I mean that he was a bit pricky. I know he is a great musicians but I also felt he was always looking down on Martin, Dave and Andy because they weren't trained.
Alan was hard work but worked hard
Okay hold on they are talking with each member of the group and when they get to Dave he’s sitting around a bunch of candles like a weirdo
he was too consumed with Heroin at that point… not a weirdo just a band member battling with drugs like every rock star out there.
I loved depeche mode , devotional years is the best for me!