Depeche Mode's line-up has always consisted of David Gahan, Martin Gore, and Andy Fletcher. With a career that spans over three decades, the band has seen other talent contribute to their sound and international success.
Many fans have had 'discussions' over who has been the most important to Depeche Mode's greatest achievements. Often, these types of exchanges have not always ended well.
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Alan Wilder
keyboards, drums, occasional songwriter
Anton Corbijn
photographer, music video director
Ben Hillier
music producer (Playing the Angel, Sounds of the Universe, Delta Machine)
Daniel Miller
founder and chairman of Mute records
Dave Gahan
lead vocals, occasional songwriter since 2005
Martin Gore
keyboards, guitar, vocals, chief songwriter after 1981
Tim Simenon
music producer (Ultra)
Vince Clarke
keyboards, chief songwriter 1980–81
Flood
music producer, engineer (Violator, Songs of Faith and Devotion)
Dave Bascombe
music producer (Music for the Masses)