What makes A Question of Time by Depeche Mode notable?

This release is notable for its innovative use of live recordings and remixes that captured the energy of Depeche Mode's performances during a peak period of their career. The tracks featured here contributed to the band's growing reputation in both alternative rock and electronic music circles, further solidifying their influence on the emerging dark wave movement. By 1986, Depeche Mode had solidified their place in the synth-pop scene with their fifth studio album, 'Black Celebration.' 'A Question of Time' serves as a follow-up to this influential record, showcasing their evolution into darker, more complex themes while continuing to build on their commercial success.

Who is A Question of Time for?

A Question of Time works well if you're into wave-like dynamics throughout experience, dark atmospheric melodies intertwining and engaging live remix energy.

How many songs are on A Question of Time?

A Question of Time has 8 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Released 40 years ago

A Question of Time

Depeche Mode · 1986

49 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · synth-pop

Electronic textures intertwine with dark, atmospheric melodies, embodying the band's signature moody aesthetic.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

wave-like dynamics throughout experience
dark atmospheric melodies intertwining
engaging live remix energy
immersive in-order listening journey

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek straightforward structures

Where this album fits

Career context: By 1986, Depeche Mode had solidified their place in the synth-pop scene with their fifth studio album, 'Black Celebration.' 'A Question of Time' serves as a follow-up to this influential record, showcasing their evolution into darker, more complex themes while continuing to build on their commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors: New Order· The Cure· Pet Shop Boys