What does Precious sound like?

A haunting blend of electronic textures and emotive lyrics, wrapped in Depeche Mode's signature dark wave style. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave. Start with "Precious (Sasha’s Spooky mix)".

Is Precious a good place to start with Depeche Mode?

Yes, Precious is recommended as a starting point for new Depeche Mode listeners. A haunting blend of electronic textures and emotive lyrics, wrapped in Depeche Mode's signature dark wave style. Released in 2005, 'Precious' marked Depeche Mode's first album after the departure of founding member Alan Wilder. This single set the tone for their album 'Playing the Angel', showcasing a continued evolution in their sound while maintaining the emotional depth that fans expected.

Precious works well if you're into steady rhythmic exploration, atmospheric soundscapes for reflection and haunting melodies for introspection.

How many songs are on Precious?

Precious has 6 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Released 21 years ago this October

Precious

Depeche Mode · 2005

41 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock

A haunting blend of electronic textures and emotive lyrics, wrapped in Depeche Mode's signature dark wave style.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Precious (Sasha’s Spooky mix) Start here — This remix captures the ethereal quality of the original while infusing it with deeper electronic elements, enhancing its emotional impact.
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Precious (Misc. full vocal mix) — The full vocal mix highlights Dave Gahan's poignant delivery, allowing listeners to connect deeply with the song's themes of nostalgia and loss.
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Precious (Motor mix) — With its driving beat and darker undertones, this mix reinterprets the original into a more industrial soundscape, illustrating Depeche Mode's versatility.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady rhythmic exploration
atmospheric soundscapes for reflection
haunting melodies for introspection
extended mixes for deep listening

Maybe skip if you

seeking quick, punchy tracks
prefer upbeat, high-energy music

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — 'Precious' marked a significant return for Depeche Mode, solidifying their mid-2000s relevance.
Themes: club culture resurgence· atmospheric remixes
Career context: Released in 2005, 'Precious' marked Depeche Mode's first album after the departure of founding member Alan Wilder. This single set the tone for their album 'Playing the Angel', showcasing a continued evolution in their sound while maintaining the emotional depth that fans expected.
Stylistic neighbors: New Order· The Cure· Pet Shop Boys