A NEW FAVORITE!| FIRST TIME HEARING Depeche Mode - Personal Jesus REACTION

A NEW FAVORITE!| FIRST TIME HEARING Depeche Mode - Personal Jesus REACTION
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[@davidruland5519]

This entire album, Violator, is pure perfection. Every second, every note, every silent pause between notes. Genius. Amazing time to be in high school when they released it. This is a desert island album for sure

[@sjoekiloeki]

Indeed, when I first bought the album I couldn't stop listening.

[@shanedesselle2590]

Yes!

[@emilywilhite5807]

Oh yah. I still remember first hearing DM in high school. My lil mind was blown. This song packed the dance floor at the under age club I went to.

[@TheGallows978]

The sweetest...

[@roger1296]

Absolutely!

[@steph990]

Y’all, this album is 34 years old. THIRTY-FOUR YEARS. All hail Depeche Mode.

[@GrumpyFlyer]

Now I’m depressed

[@tgchism]

I could have gone all year without hearing that! :)

[@user-mc8gk7ul1v]

@@tgchism And they said it twice!

[@jlcmsw]

This sounds so current for being that old.

[@watchmanschannelofdespair]

IKR? Time goes by so quickly and it speeds the older you get.

[@goblinqueen4991]

Depeche Mode was one of the groups my brother and I could agree on without reservation and always listened to when we were hanging out together. He died in September of last year, just after his birthday (he was 52) and I can't listen to this without thinking of him. He was my best friend.

[@marlenabenson]

My brother and I also could agree on Depeche Mode, when we didn't agree on much else. I'm so sorry for your loss, life will never be the same, I hope you are able to find moments of peace ❤

[@goblinqueen4991]

@@marlenabenson Thank you.

[@michaelcoffey1991]

@Goblinqueen4991 I know loss and I hope in time the love shines brighter and the hurt fades as much as it can. healing vibes your way

[@raythomas4812]

I lost my sister when she was 50 to cancer - music really helps to heal ❤

[@kimkovaly2393]

I'm so sorry for your loss

[@Spurfect81]

Depeche mode transcended synthpop like no other band in history. Over 100 million records sold is testemant to that.

[@ken7531077]

INXS - suicide blonde U2 - Desire / Angel Of Harlem Depeche Mode - Strangelove Culture Club - Church Of the poison mind Adam Ant - Goody Two Shoes

[@MsVixen71]

Suicide Blonde is awesome ❤

[@RobertoSantana61]

Haven't heard Church Of the poison mind in ages.

[@sassypatty2666]

Great choices! ❤❤❤ I might add a Cure song…Just like Heaven or two.

[@RobertoSantana61]

@@sassypatty2666 -They haven't done "Pictures Of You"

[@WristwatchAddiction]

Yes! Yes! Yes!

[@KellyC12070]

This song is about the 1980s when people called 900 numbers and paid per minute. That’s why he says “Pick up the receiver, I’ll make you a believer”. Also, when he says “Reach out and touch faith” is a reference to a 📞 commercial that said “Reach out and touch someone”.

[@Mauther]

That's one way to read the song. But according to Martin Gore in a SPIN magazine article: It's a song about being a Jesus for somebody else, someone to give you hope and care. It's about how Elvis Presley was her man and her mentor and how often that happens in love relationships; how everybody's heart is like a god in some way, and that's not a very balanced view of someone, is it?

[@Xiroi87]

According to some interviews I read back in the day it was inspired by those US tv preachers, which makes total sense with the lyrics.

[@charliegeorge9393]

@@Mauther I think Martin was probably not trying to alienate some mid west fans....

[@crucialtaunt5717]

Hahaaa I remember that AT&T slogan... didn't realize that's where the line "Reach out and touch faith" actually came from, though.

[@KellyC12070]

@@Mauther I don’t know where I heard that exactly, years ago, but always thought that was the meaning behind it. 🤷🏻‍♀️ 😂

[@LuisOrtiz-xo5kc]

Depeche Mode started as a synth-pop band in the early 80's, but they evolved over the years into a genre of their own, mixing techno, dance, rock and so on. DM is so unique!

[@mindib5878]

"I Feel You" is a great DM song - "Walking in my Shoes" is also great

[@Naiko-teki-Complex422.]

Never Let Me Down is one of my absolute favorites.

[@quietviolence7957]

I went to their concert last month, and I must say it was the best experience of my life. I showed my grandma the video of the concert (she doesn't speak English), and she was like, "Are they praising Jesus?" YES, GRANDMA 😇

[@brianh9358]

Just a bit more complex than that... :)

[@maciekmadmax]

W Łodzi?

[@TheGallows978]

This wonderful song is a dig at televangelists. "Reach out and touch faith" mimics the old phone company jingle "reach out and touch someone." No matter, great song, wonderful LP.

[@quietviolence7957]

@@maciekmadmax Tak, 29 lutego.

[@ThaneOfEurmal]

I mean... we all worship in our own way... 😉

[@lisajohnson521]

Dave is one of the best frontmen. He is SO dynamic it’s unreal.

[@hanleyh]

Please react to “Strangelove”, Depeche Mode's first club hit to reach number one.

[@kbusby4824]

Yes please.

[@transmission3143]

I'd definitely recommend Strangelove too - classic Depeche Mode, the video is a stunner (sultry and arty with a shot of humour) too.

[@user-hc2cz6uu3x]

But NOT the remix.

[@raymondengstrom1078]

Too commercial for me.....they usually don't make those kind of songs but Strangelove has a very commercial feel with simplistic sounds that anyone could make.... The best thing about Depeche is their unique sounds and this one has nothing of that.... I love almost every song they made (around 250 of them) but this one doesn't feel right for me....

[@nathanclarke2777]

Martin wrote this song after reading about Elvis in Persilla's book where she called him her own Personal Jesus!

[@theodoreritola7641]

LOBO Id love you to want me. Amber you will love this classic 70s love song Take care MOB SQUAD

[@SarahBarnett-vt8gx]

Priscilla

[@nathanclarke2777]

@@SarahBarnett-vt8gx Damn I can't believe I spelled it wrong! Thanks!

[@n3wsymtl]

Deep. Deep. Rabbit Hole. From Wiki: "Depeche Mode have had 54 songs in the UK Singles Chart, 17 Top 10 albums in the UK chart, and have sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Q included the band in its list of the "50 Bands That Changed the World".

[@davidhuggan6315]

Never had a no.1 single in the UK which is crazy. One of their old songs might do it if it features in a popular TV show.

[@Somnogenesis]

@@davidhuggan6315 Never even had a Top 3 single, either! And Never Let Me Down Again _did_ feature in a popular TV show - _The Last of Us_ - a year or so ago, which did indeed introduce it (and them) to a whole new audience... but unfortunately it still didn't translate into a high chart placing for the song.

[@stumm71]

@@davidhuggan6315This is an important message for all the new bands and singers. It doesn’t matter to reach the number 1 in any ranking. DM is the perfect example!

[@davidhuggan6315]

@@stumm71 Yes, I don't think new bands expect success. They are just having fun making great songs. And get excited when anyone likes it

[@Grizazzle]

More Depeche Mode, please!! So much goodness to choose from!

[@sevcaczech5961]

You guys may not even realize that this song + Enjoy The Silence + Policy Of Truth, you've reviewed in the past, are songs released as very successful singles from their 1990 album VIOLATOR, their pinnacle album. That's why I recommend, even apart from the video, to take the time to listen to this album, which is considered one of the best in the world of pop- synth music.. As a youngster, I listened to this album repeatedly and couldn't get enough of it. All songs have a great rhythm, sophisticated stereo effects and it is an experience especially when listening with headphones from a quality source (CD, Tidal, Spotify, etc.).

[@phaze7269]

Got her on Vinyl, and sounds fantastic!

[@sevcaczech5961]

@@phaze7269 It even sounds fantastic on a quality BASF Chrome Maxima II cassette recorded on a quality cassette deck, and yes from vinyl. ;) :D

[@jengoodwyn2715]

Their song Halo is one of my favorites from the Violator album.

[@agentsculder2451]

Depeche Mode has so many great songs all through their career. You guys should check out Never Let Me Down Again, Everything Counts, and Strangelove.

[@BlackCelebration2024]

Depeche Mode, greatest band in human history. Dave - perfect frontman, Martin - genius, Fletch - business man, and of course Alan Wilder - wizard (1982-1995). Listen to their album: singles 86-98 and you can choose lot's of perfect songs.

[@sanjnandh]

You’ve yet to checkout one of Britain’s unique 1970s/80s band ‘Hot Chocolate’. Their international classics include ‘Every 1’s a winner’; ‘You sexy thing’; both used in a lot of film soundtracks & were huge US hits. ‘Heaven’s in the back seat of my Cadillac’; ‘Disco Queen’; the original ‘Brother Louis’ - you’ve reacted to an inferior version by a US band in the past; ‘Rumours’; ‘Put you love in me’ and ‘Emma’ are just a some of their masterpieces. Please don’t miss this unique band. 🙏🙏🙏

[@paul5589]

The Johnny Cash version of this song is excellent too.

[@kelly9876]

funny that Jay mentioned outlaw country

[@ibrstellar1080]

Probably better than the original

[@AJB1702]

Great call

[@pablomazzeo8540]

def leppard do too a cover of personal jesus

[@stumm71]

@@ibrstellar1080No, is an excellent version, but the original is superb.

[@TahoeNevada]

My absolute favorite DM song is It's No Good from 1997! Despite the title, it's *so* good! Very dense with layer upon layer of sounds, emotion, and beautiful, meaningful lyrics. At the time, singer Dave Gahan was going through it with heroine addiction, and if you read between the lines... Never Let Me Down Again is another with similar themes.

[@jeffbutterfield241]

This is my favorite, the next would be People are People. Love that you're experiencing this.

[@jay-bt2lu]

they have already done people are people

[@matthewenies3668]

Everything Counts is a must hear!!

[@miknik01]

I would highly recommend reviewing a live version of Everything Counts.

[@transmission3143]

YES omg Amber and Jay, specifically Everything Counts (a 1983 single) live at the Pasadena Rose Bowl 1988. DM live are an experience, and as good as they are on the record, there is just something about them you'll never quite get until you've had that.

[@1TonyNash]

I back that notion!

[@terrimilka7805]

Great choice! My favorite because of the unique sounds of the music and lyrics are great song writing ❤

[@annaf3915]

Check out the cover version by DMK 😍

[@McShaganpronouncedShaegen]

Not before or since have I seen a crowd behave as one like saw at their show in Houston 25 years ago. I mean from the front to the back row in the Toyota center everyone was on their feet with fists pumping in the air singing "Reach out and touch faith" in unison. It was a moment.

[@SanKings_Patti]

❤❤

[@giuseppesenatore6053]

One of the best known in their repertoire, without a doubt. I also recommend "Never let me down again" and "Everything counts"

[@GodLovesComics]

This song was a bombshell in clubs when it hit because everyone knew Depeche Mode were incredible already, but they had always been purely a synth band and suddenly you had main songwriter Martin Gore introducing some real guitar and drums. It's a very simple song in terms of the hook and composition, but then as with all Depeche songs it has so many cool underlying textures and sounds underneath. I know you've done "People Are People" and "Just can't Get Enough" already. When you go looking for more DM you should watch the amazing liver versions of "Never Let me Down" (the crowd participation is legendary!), Everything Counts [Live - from "101" in the Rose Bowl], and Black Celebration, and Behind The Wheel. All amazing songs, bug hits, and with multiple great live performances on video.

[@jkbezo1]

They were a huge band in the alternative, new wave scene. Goth, post-punk, darkwave scene as well. '80s and '90s.

[@Musicvegan01]

At 4:15, that's kind of beatboxing like The Fat Boys or Doug E. Fresh. As far as electronic music goes, before the 1980s there are Delia Derbyshire, Raymond Scott, Kraftwerk, Yellow Magic Orchestra, & others. Jazz artist Sun Ra was using an electric piano in the late 1950s. The Monkees are one of the first mainstream acts to use a Moog, on songs like "Star Collector" & "Daily Nightly". Stevie Wonder is probably the main one who really popularized it though in the early 1970s. Herbie Hancock has a song called "Nobu" released in 1974 that y'all might want to listen to.

[@DougsPromos]

Such an awesome band. Loved "Policy of Truth" and "Blasphemous Rumors". Incredible lyrics.

[@billhowe5921]

“The audacity of the lyrics.” This has to be one of the greatest descriptive comparisons I’ve ever heard.” Amber isn’t playing. She’s swinging for the fences.

[@byerenny]

Up next: "Blasphemous Rumors"

She's one of the more insightful reactors out there, there's been a couple times where she's impressed me more than the average person doing this.

[@billhowe5921]

I completely agree with you. I’ve watched other reactors, in comparison to RSR, shortly after J started. I never saw anything worth listening to until I came across RSR and have yet to watch another reactor’s content. They can touch Amber. As a high school English teacher, I love when Amber points something out that I wasn’t thinking, especially when we have commented about other elements and agreed hands-down.

[@michaelasay8587]

Yea but I wish they wouldn't pause and talk so much!!

[@RumourdProd]

​@@byerennykzbin.info/www/bejne/ooTMcpKGbdJniposi=2obrPl8g07ubq5Nb

[@user-eh8zq1vi4e]

I am a Depeche Mode addict. I saw them in concert in the eighties, and I have been a super fan my whole life. Dave Gahan is sex appeal in motion on stage. Martin is an excellent instrument of musical concoction and Andrew is awesome on main keys. They are adored by all the generations that have been lucky to hear their entire song book. I heard a rumor that they were preparing to do another tour. I would be able to die if I got another chance to see them live. They complete me. Canadian Grandma Lori. C.

[@petercourtien4581]

I saw them four times in the 90s. Once at Radio City in NY. Life changing experience. Love, love them!❤

[@emmafrench7219]

@user-eh8zq1vi4e Me too. I still can't believe he is still around after 4 near deaths and 1 actual death. I'm so glad he is though.✌

[@deborahkerr4390]

LoriC--tix were $400 in Vancouver in Nov 23! IF you could even get them!

[@Naty_Sousa]

This was a banger on the dance floor in the early 90's.

[@Heartstrings234Skyla]

There was a line dance good times

[@ronda176]

@@Heartstrings234Skyla I wondered if anyone was going to mention the dance. Brings back such fun memories of my early 20s going out dancing on Saturday nights.

[@georgianajones2346]

Laying in bed watching this and automatically started the hand movements lol... you just can't help it!

[@michaelcoffey1991]

@Rob Squad this is my favorite track off their best album. I liked both the Marylin Manson cover and the Johnny Cash cover, but the original by Depeche Mode is ALWAYS going to be my favorite. So glad you both fell in love with it also, loved seeing Amber and Jay rock out

[@terifringer8560]

"I feel you" is a great one. The beat is wonderful and it's very sexy.

[@jimmymac4559]

“Policy of Truth” will be your new new favorite

[@stumm71]

Policy of Truth was they first reaction of DM

[@domainmojo2162]

- Enjoy The Silence - Policy Of Truth - Suffer Well (Another great music video- an achievement considering the others are so awesome already) - Never Let Me Down Again - It's no Good - People Are People and many, many more!

[@AestheticStar]

Please react to "A Question Of Lust" from Depeche Mode. Martin Gore does the vocals & it's such a beautiful song, I think you'd both love it. Also "Shake The Disease", that's my number one fave from them. But literally every Depeche song is phenomenal, they're my all-time favorite band.

[@mkmstillstackin]

Both great tunes!

[@markheyworth6435]

@Aesthetic Star, great choices, I 2nd that. Two of my Favourite DM tracks too, along with Halo making the 3rd.

[@mkmstillstackin]

@@markheyworth6435 yes, Halo, another awesome, often overlooked, DM tune for sure!

[@AestheticStar]

@@markheyworth6435 Thank you. Yes! Halo is also a great song. It's always so hard for me to put any of their songs in a favorite order because they have so many good ones.

[@roger1296]

I knew you’d love this!!!! That breathing sound they put in the middle of the song is my favorite part of the song!

[@lizcabrera9900]

My favorite part too

[@lizcabrera9900]

Hearing this live was amaaaaaazing

[@stumm71]

If the breath is your favorite part… You must to listen the Holier Thou Approach Mix.

[@lyletuck]

This entire album is full of bangers. Get 'em all. "Enjoy The Silence" and "Policy Of Truth" are also on this album. The three you've already heard are probably the best three, but the rest are very good, too. "World In My Eyes" might be next. Then maybe do "Waiting For The Night" "Sweetest Perfection" "Clean" "World In My Eyes" "Blue Dress" and "Halo."

[@traduseuse5895]

I don't want to contradict you, but you might want to listen to a "few" more before picking your favourite Depeche Mode song. They have so many great ones (Never Let Me Down Again, Strange Love, Stripped, It's No Good, One Caress, Walking In My Shoes, Ghosts Again, I Feel You.. just to name a few), you might just end up changing your mind, even possibly on a weekly basis. 😊 I saw them four times last year, and I can't wait to see them again. There is a certain unmistakable yet indescribable energy in the air during a DM concert. If you have the opportunity to see them live, go! Don't miss your chance. You won't regret it.

[@raybernal6829]

I'm sure since they haven't experienced DM's vast library they are speaking only of what they've listened to.🙄 As someone who has mine without question is "Get The Balance Right" but I don't contradict someone who enjoys another. They are certainly going to expand their DM library😊

[@cassianfalkener3706]

Now that they've listened to this, I'd LOVE to see them react to the acoustic version.

[@joskokrstulovic1258]

​​@@raybernal6829Get the balance right is one of my favorite, thanks for mention it.

[@raybernal6829]

@@joskokrstulovic1258 The extended dance mix is chef's kiss.

[@gabrielvanhelsing8214]

"People Are People" an international hit track off the same named album released back in 1984 by D.M. has a unique vibe and the message in the lyrics are compelling. Also, another smash single "Never Let Me Down Again" from 1987 is one of my favorites. Interesting electronic sounds were popular by several British groups in the 1980's.🎤🎸🎹🥁🔊🔥🎧

[@LauPulstar]

They already reacted to it

[@gabrielvanhelsing8214]

@@LauPulstar I'm a relatively new subscriber to their channel. Besides, they didn't react to "Never Let Me Down Again". There were some commenters above mine that mentioned "People Are People" also. I looked it up, and you're right, they reacted to "People" a year ago. I'm not going to do research for their past reactions on of a spur of the moment comment. At any rate, does anybody care? Jay and Amber have added over a hundred thousand or more subscribers in the past year who didn't hear their reactions before then. Sorry for my ramblings. Thanks for informing me anyhow.😎🥂☮

[@LauPulstar]

@@gabrielvanhelsing8214 it Is alright, wasnt like mad commenting, just as you say informing so you.can find what you wanted. Myself i always check before requesting, as to not fill the comments with things they've done, so they can really discover new songs when reading because i want them to react to things too. I mostly dont even have to look, i check their channel everyday since they were 10 videos old

[@blueeyedraven396]

My second most favorite band ever! This is one of my favorite songs as well. I still crank this up when it comes on when I'm driving. I recommend their version of "Route 66" as well as "You Behind the Wheel", "Blasphemous Rumors", "A Question of Lust". Gosh, so many I can mention here. Thanks for this reaction!

[@amyk9175]

All my favorites from DM too!

[@kelly9876]

I just remembered "Somebody" have not thought about that song for years but it was played at every junior high dance, many times

[@blueeyedraven396]

@@kelly9876 Yes, that is a brilliant song! But wasn't a song that got a lot of radio play, unfortunately.

[@Jontor11]

Yes, Personal Jesus, Enjoy the silence, Behind the wheel, It's no good - are my Depeche Mode favourites.

[@shyman99]

From the historic album, "Violator". One of the greatest rock albums of all-time. Your next song by Depeche Mode should be "Pimpf", from their equally great album, "Music For The Masses".

[@svenlima]

+shyman It's impossible that this is "one of the greatest rock albums of all time" because it's not rock music. It's pop/new wave. D.M. is mostly a pop band with electronic music.

[@shyman99]

@@svenlima - That's being annal.

[@stumm71]

@@svenlima it doesn’t matter the genre! Is a superb album of music

[@MrSwitzerland1234]

The look on Jay’s face when he heard that sick beat was everything

[@user-ep5kd4py6t]

You have so many more to react to! Waiting for the Night, Shake the Disease, Lie to Me to start..my favorite band since 1982 seen them 21 times in concert..best live show hands down

[@kelly9876]

love Waiting for the Night

[@stumm71]

DM is for far my favorite band since 1985. If I have to choose just one song of they. No doubt… Waiting for The Night!

[@mikekling]

Seeing Depeche Mode live was life-altering and one of the best concerts I have ever been to! Please consider ENJOY THE SILENCE and HALO and I FEEL LOVED for some other banger DM tracks. Dave Gahan has some solo work you might look into - I really like the songs Deeper + Deeper, Use, You, Insoluble, Saw Something, Kingdom & Endless off his album "HOURGLASS" -fantastic album!! I think y'all need to revisit TORI AMOS too - CAUGHT A LITE SNEEZE and CRUEL and GOD are worth a listen. And Fiona Apple "Limp" - keep smiling y'all!!

[@depmodealex]

Among diehard Depeche Mode fans, I am a diehard. This song is SO played out to me that it's almost a bother to hear it, even though it's arguably their most famous song - but seeing your guys' reaction to this song reminds me of how I felt hearing it when I was a kid. It reminded me of what's so great about this song. Also, the reason why you can't tell what kind of sound or what is making the sounds you're hearing is because Depeche Mode records samples of anything (and I mean ANYTHING) that makes a sound. They've used car exhaust, fireworks, cans, suitcases being slammed. They never want to repeat a "sound" - it makes their music so fresh and unique.

[@nickyd6457]

“I feel you” is a great song too. LOVE Personal Jesus” - absolute classic xx

[@chrish926]

Never Let Me Down Again is my favorite from them. Such amazing atmosphere and mood, just mesmerizing.

[@mairywo]

DM is the band I've seen live most, 11 times so far. They never disappoint and this song is always the highlight. The "reach out and touch faith" part with the audience is always fire.

[@cibernena]

Depeche Mode - one of the quintessential bands of the '80's. You should do "People Are People". That song resonates to these times. It was, if I remember correctly, the first song of theirs that started being played here in the US. It's a really cool song! Love your review.👍😊

[@DanyelleStewart]

I am soooooo proud of you two for getting back to Depeche Mode - My all-time favorite band. The entire Violator Album is exceptional. A hidden gem from this album is the song "HALO." You mentioned that Depeche Mode can sound completely different from song to song, which is 100% correct. They are masters at sampling & effects & their live performances are legendary. The only other band that I can think of that can compare to Depeche Mode in changing their sound & range is the band "MUSE." I have been practically begging you to check "MUSE" out because I believe that you will absolutely fall in love with them. And since Monday is my birthday (which is true), maybe just maybe you will react to them :) - And Depeche Mode, my goodness, they do not have a bad song. Incredible band! For the "MUSE," if you decide to fall in love with another band, listen to "MUSE," song - Supermassive Balck Hole & you can thank me later for turning you on to them...

[@michaelminch5490]

"Violator" was on heavy rotation when I was working at Tower Records in Tacoma at this time. Fantastic album.

[@pixiehood557]

This is usually in the encore at their gigs, and it never fails to send the crowd wild.

[@ashleydixon4613]

This was the very last song they performed at the concert I attended in San Antonio on this last tour they just finished. The whole show was amazing though. 💜

[@NycilSikiclas]

Alan Wilder is an absolute genius for arrangements. You should most definitely check this out: Depeche Mode - Devotional Tour 1993. Either for your own pleasure, or to share here with us. You will love the concert.

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

"PEOPLE ARE PEOPLE" ANOTHER GREAT TUNE FROM THEM👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@garibaldi54]

I think they've already done it.

[@flares]

If you like this I think you'll love 'Shake The Disease''. It's a slightly earlier song but a massive step forward from their even earlier songs like 'Just can't get enough'. Never has a band changed their music so much over the years. 'Shake the Disease' was described as football hooligans as wimps on their 'Singles 81-85' album. Musically and probably lyrically Depeche Mode have always been one step ahead of all the other bands because they were never frightened to experiment. The lyrics of 'Blasphemous Rumours' were SO powerful. Jay you said you wanted more Depeche Mode, I would definitely definitely suggest 'Shake The Disease', it's full of minor chords

[@lemmyelk]

I understood this song as a kid to mean don't get too wrapped up in a relationship and it steered me right. You can't make your partner your everything in life

[@salleebone1894]

I just love Depeche Mode. I have been following them for years. RIP Andrew Fletcher. FYI Johnny Cash covered this song. It's on the same album that Hurt is on. Johnny Cash is just amazing.

[@michaellanning9396]

Love Jay's face when he hears that groove. And Amber moving so smooth to thebeat ✌️❤️🎵😀

[@reneechristopher2121]

Def Leppard did a cover version. Sounded great.❤❤😊😊

[@1TonyNash]

Depeche Mode's album, Violator, came out in 1990, I was 25 years old and my mate & I trained on the weights to the album routinely, for quite some time ( R.I.P. Rob ) - there's some very moody, brilliant tracks to the album, I do recommend. I've owned most of Depeche's albums, loved 'em since 1981, I was 16, with their track, New Life. They've got some brilliant tracks for you to discover. 🙂

[@DerekScottBland]

Def Leppard does an AMAZING cover of this, as does Johnny Cash

[@seanswinton6242]

Strangelove is great song if that wasn't done.

[@ndlouder]

For Amber to say "GENIUS" engineering this song is incredibly insightful.I wish more attention would be paid to the unsung heroes of recorded work. Flood produced this as he did many U2 records.

[@leoda_lion4107]

They have been around FOREVER. They have released music from late 80s to this very day. They never stopped releasing music. They have so many great songs. Most of them are from the 90s which was their decade. And this song is number 3 on the Violator album. The whole album is just one song to another without any crazy jump in tone. Just smooth music. The only other album I can compare it to is the Nine inch nails album they released around the same time. Just goes from one song into another, and just keeps the same vibe.

[@frankticasdroppinknowledge2363]

My older sister and I saw them in concert at Dodger Stadium in 1990. This was a great álbum!

[@martinwarford1389]

I was there also. Great concert. Nitzer Ebb & Electronic were also good opening acts.

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you will Love their "Everything Counts"!!! The had a huge world concert tour 2017-2018, drawing millions of people! They still tour!!!

[@mkmstillstackin]

Definitely! Possibly my all-time favorite track of theirs.

[@ACM-by9lw]

Together with Enjoy the Silence. Personal Jesus is the biggest hit / song from Depeche mode. It is always the last song at their concerts. You should really listen to the 12 inch version. It has a mindblowing electronik ending. This was the first time a guitar was used as a dominant instrument in a Depeche Mode song. The song was inspired by the book Elvis and Me by Priscilla Presley. It's a song about being a Jesus for somebody else, someone to give you hope and care. It's about how Elvis Presley was her man and her mentor and how often that happens in love relationships; how everybody's heart is like a god in some way.

[@tobiassabot5851]

These guys have an incredible catalogue of music that a lot of people miss out on unless they are real fans. A lot of their deep cuts are just as good as their more popular tracks.

[@sputnikalgrim]

Outstanding choice

[@MS-ro9dm]

Def Leppard released a version of this song.

[@melaniemavromaras4902]

I saw them live in Toronto in 1986. Still have the concert ticket 🎟️ Please check out Blasphemous Rumours next!

[@bluesilvahalo3576]

Have you guy's ever heard an artist called LP? I don't know how popular she is in America but hardly anyone has heard of her here in Britain but she is astonishing. Her voice and style will absolutely blow you away.

[@maha77]

*STRANGE LOVE* by Depeche Mode, amazing mid-80's track

[@NS-ie2ld]

Absolutely. I hope they get to that song. The studio album version is much better than the video version. Same with Personal Jesus as well

[@alexkardel1]

my favorite from them

[@happymethehappyone8300]

A MUST HEAR Classic,, Billy Thorpe "Children Of The Sun" 🔥 🌞 🔥

[@deenormus1975]

Yep, this & Policy of Truth are my favs

[@aldo34]

Violator is a proper classic, and IMHO the best mixed album ever. EVER!!!!!!

[@TheTargetFandom]

YAY, IT'S MY FAVORITE DEPECHE MODE SONG OF ALL TIMES THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS!

[@JoTracy]

Great songs never get old This is one of 'em

[@billschipper1718]

Great music never does.

[@Kitch-hu7tm]

This is one of my favorite songs. It has been from the first time I heard it many years ago.

[@steveb7429]

We used to call them Depressed Mode because their music is usually on the darker side. But they are extremely talented and it’s always awesome listening

[@BillGraper]

One of their best songs. I remember having a tape that had a bunch of different remixes. It was great listening to it in my car.

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

SAW DEPECHE MODE AT DISNEYLAND!!! METAL-SYNTH-ROCK-PUNK👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼❤❤❤

[@kimberleywren5545]

Violator (1990 album) one of the most playable albums of all tine, start to finish.

[@somuchdesignwithhanne]

This is the tune of the 1980’s and remember when it came out, and we all went; what! Yeah! Best album, best of the best and groundbreaking on so many levels - Depeche Mode are the best

[@ronaldhartung79]

You two make my day 😊

[@kellyrussell9646]

Johnny Cash did a cover of this too. I know you're fans of his. It's good, check it out.

[@thisnicelady]

This needs to happen immediately

[@janecrow1122]

Love the Cash cover, but my favorites are the Marilyn Manson or Broken Peach versions. Peace, all 💕

[@goblinqueen4991]

@@janecrow1122 I just recently discovered Broken Peach and love them. Had no idea they'd done a cover of Depeche Mode, but I'll be looking for it!

[@kellyrussell9646]

@janecrow1122 Manson's is probably the best. I just brought up Cash because I know they're fans.

[@karenwhieldon507]

Marilyn mansions version is good too

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

I love Depeche Mode! They always had the most interesting and thought provoking music! I love this song.

[@awoFalase]

I was just listening to this this morning. REACH OUT AND TOUCH FAITH!

[@vitzthum9370]

The genius Amber mentioned is Alan Wilder.

[@stumm71]

Pure’s Alan Wilder perfection. But the engineer it was for another genius: Francoise Kevorkian.

[@marioibarra7886]

Finally some more Depeche Mode ❤❤❤ Please react to them live and in concert “Never let me down again” is amazing live. Very “goosebumpy”

[@petercourtien4581]

My favorite song by DM. They opened with “Never Let Me Down Again” when I saw them at Radio City in 1991. Unforgettable!❤️

[@transmission3143]

Amber and Jay, I said elsewhere that there's something about DM you don't get until you see them live, and I recommended Everything Counts. NLMDA is their other all-time-great live song. It's become a tradition with the fans to do the "Never Let Me Down Again Wave" in the chorus: wave both arms side to side, like a pair of windscreen wipers. Simple, fun... and liable to bowl you clean off your feet unless you sling your hips in the opposite direction to your hands 😝

[@dm101ultra]

I agree, they MUST react to them live. It is an epic experience! I've had the privilege to see a show from every tour since 1990. Sadly since moving to Montana, this recent tour I missed. They are absolutely amazing live & Jay and Amber will be absolutely awestruck at their performance. Dave Gahan is an amazing frontman who has the ability to hold an audience with such charisma. They will not be disappointed one bit. Jay and Amber PLEASE, PLEASE! React to them live I promise it will be an experience you won't regret.

[@chiklitz]

this entire album is worth a listen!!! and thats a rare thing for me to say :) absolutely one of the best of all time

[@fgrillo29]

This is an all timer. Violator is a complete monster of an album. This song blew us away. It still gives me chills. Still makes me get up and dance. Brilliant. Glad you guys loved it.

[@philvallee645]

You have to check out But Not Tonight, a beautiful and often overlooked masterpiece on a masterpiece of an album

[@cindyquinn9739]

Oh I clicked on this immediately! You should also give Johnny Cash’s cover of this (yes, really) a try, it’s also excellent.

[@liligirl882]

I’ve seen them live close to two dozen times since the 80s - 3 times in the past year in NYC. They are electric live!! One of my all-time favorite bands. They have a deep, wonderful rabbit hole to explore - many hits!!

[@elizabethmcmurray968]

Ah one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE pieces of music. Love DM.

[@csn10]

And just after Radiohead yesterday! Could more Echo and the Bunnymen or New Order be next? Hope RSR gets to Ministry (Everyday is Halloween, Effigy, Revenge, Stigmat Martyr... ) soon. Maybe even Ride, Lush, Stone Roses, Love and Rockets, Bauhaus, Interpol... for more unexplored alternative subgenres.

[@shanepn]

Ooh do the cover of this by Marilyn Manson

[@auldfouter8661]

meh