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Singles 1986-1998 is a worthwhile purchase for casual admirers and completists alike. The two-disc set contains revamped versions of the major singles from 1986 to 1998 and a version of "Little 15" that was first released only in France. The set's "grand finale" is the live recording of "Everything Counts", from the 101 album. Although the original studio version of the "Everything Counts" single appeared on 1984's People Are People, DM fudged the chronology to justify including this astounding live recording on the album. The live recording highlights the worshipful crowd applauding, cheering, and chant-singing "The grabbing hands / Grab all they can / Everything counts in large amounts" long after the song has ended.--Beth Bessmer
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I perhaps shouldn't be listening to Depeche Mode, as I am only 17. But in comparison with the latest electronic offers around at the moment, Depeche Mode are still in a class of their own. Their sound is refined while still being varied from catchy guitar riffs on "Personal Jesus" to all out electronics in "A Question of Lust". I should point out that these are both some of the standout tracks on the 2CD set amongst others. . I do agree with other reviews in that Depeche Mode are not given the recognition that they deserve as they have no doubt inspired countless other musicians to get out their keyboard's. The only thing I do feel about the set is that the second disk does let the package down, but then again that may just be because disc one is so absolutely flawless and the inclusion of the live "Everything Counts" is a good move as it displays the bands true musical ability. All in all a very worthwhile purchase indeed, for both those who are just discovering the band, or those who have fond memories of the 80's electronic music scene.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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The best thing that ever happened to Depeche Mode was that Vince Clarke (later of Erasure, amongst others) left the group. This is not to besmirch Mr Clarke who, with the aforementioned Erasure, went on to make his own more mature musical marks. My point is that this allowed Martin Gore to step up to the plate, something that might never have happened had Clarke remained. Gore took over songwriting duties from Clarke and by 1986, the chronological beginning of this CD, he had developed into something of a mature and classic writer of hard-edged, pulsating electro-pop with the odd touch of broodiness. There had been flashes before with such tracks as "People are People", "Everything Counts" (which makes a "live" reappearance here), "Master and Servant" and "Blasphemous Rumours" but in the years 1986-1998 the mature Martin Gore emerges and Depeche Mode produced their most musically impressive work.
Primary among this work are "Personal Jesus" and "Condemnation". They serve as examples of what seems to be Gore's existential search for meaning in life. Alternatively, they are just good music. There has been specuation over the years as to what sort of music Depeche Mode actually produce. The terms "industrial" or "electro-pop" make some sense yet, ultimately, they remain inadequate. I would suggest that they produce songs of complexity and depth and leave it at that. Listening to this CD is an intellectual and thoughtful process as well as a musically enjoyable one.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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This 'best of' 2CD set is far superior to its early-80's sibling (detailing the first part of the band's career.) By 1986, there sound was sharpened to a powerful, evocative stab of pulsing electronic beats, jagged yet melodic hooks and a engaging art-pop vocal delivery. The texture of their songs is rich and full of little touches. Take, for example, the understated orchestral backdrop to songs like 'Walking in my Shoes' and 'Home.'
Naturally, it's a brilliant introduction to the band's work, and both discs are packed with exceptional material. Although the lyrics are a little weak, and their heights (Stripped, Never Let Me Down Again, It's No Good) tend to eclipse some lesser work, this dark, edgy pop is truly worthy.
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