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The Depeche Mode album that almost wasn't

The Groove | Boston, MA | 10/09/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Over a decade since its release, it's surprising to hear how fresh Depeche Mode's "Ultra" remains after all these years. Equally surprising is how the record even saw the light of day. Following 1993's "Songs of Faith and Devotion," singer Dave Gahan sold his soul to the devil and drugs, and Alan Wilder thew his hands in the air and quit the group. Those two blows would have killed a lesser band, but DM held strong and released "Ultra." Produced by Tim Simeon of Bomb the Bass, the singles "Barell of a Gun," "It's No Good," and "Home" still hold up well, but other glimpses of near brilliance are "The Love Thieves" and the dark and etheral "Sister of Night." "Ultra" has been remastered and repackaged with lyrics and photography by Anton Corbijn; we also get a DVD featuring a 45 minute documentary that chronicles the band from 1995-1998, featuring refreshingly candid interviews with the band, Alan Wilder, management and producer Tim Simeon. The DVD also features the album in 5.1 surround sound as well as b-side tracks and the 1998 single "Only When I Lose Myself." "Ultra" was released to modest success in 1997, but it's a solid album that warrants a second listen."

Go hasting sucks!

Marlon Maxi | 09/12/2009

(1 out of 5 stars)

"i order the deluxe edition but the prople from GO HASTING send the regular edition not once, not twice,3CD`s that i order,they only gave me a refund for 1 cd."

Real Music

T. McGlamery | Winston-Salem, NC United States | 02/11/2009

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you're a DepecheMode fan I'm sure you'll agree this is one of the best CD's they've put out. Their lyrics always have a meaning that goes so deep-or they do for me anyway. Any DM fan will already have this in their collection."