The Singles 86–98
Depeche Mode · 1998
97 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · synth-pop
A haunting blend of dark wave and synth-pop that encapsulates Depeche Mode's evolution through moody anthems and introspective lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- haunting anthems for introspection
- for late-night reflection
- wave-like pacing with varied intensity
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
- seek standalone singles experience
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1998, Depeche Mode had solidified their status as pioneers of electronic music with The Singles 86–98 serving as a retrospective collection. This album followed their commercially successful albums 'Songs of Faith and Devotion' (1993) and 'Ultra' (1997), showcasing their evolution while celebrating their rich catalogue. It marked a significant moment in the band's career as they prepared for a new era following personal struggles and lineup changes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- New Order· The Cure· Pet Shop Boys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Stripped 3:51
- 2 A Question of Lust 4:30
- 3 A Question of Time 4:00
- 4 Strangelove 3:47
- 5 Never Let Me Down Again 4:22
- 6 Behind the Wheel 4:02
- 7 Personal Jesus 3:46
- 8 Enjoy the Silence 4:17
- 9 Policy of Truth 5:14
- 10 World in My Eyes 3:57
Disc 2
- 1 I Feel You 4:35
- 2 Walking in My Shoes 5:02
- 3 Condemnation 3:23
- 4 In Your Room 4:50
- 5 Barrel of a Gun 5:27
- 6 It’s No Good 5:59
- 7 Home 5:46
- 8 Useless 4:53
- 9 Only When I Lose Myself 4:41
- 10 Little 15 4:14
- 11 Everything Counts (live) 6:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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