After hugely successful presentations of 'A Strange Hour' across Europe - performances which marked the first time Recoil ventured out of the studio - Alan Wilder is able to confirm a series of dates for the next leg of Recoil's 'Selected Events' tour, scheduled for October & November 2010.
Recoil recently played a show in Mexico City and if the response there is anything to go by, this upcoming leg of the tour is going to be a something special. Says Alan "The Mexicans didn't disappoint, and I've been receiving innumerable requests from Argentinians, Chilians, Peruvians, Brazilians and many others in that part of the world for years now, pleading for a visit. I'm really flattered to be asked of course, and looking forward to it finally happening - I know we will have an incredible time in South America. Paul Kendall and I are planning a few changes to the live set with some new films as well."
In North America and Canada, Recoil with be joined by Daniel Myer's Architect as well as Conjure One (Rhys Fulber - Delirium, Front Line Assembly) for some dates. Recoil will also be playing an exclusive double bill with Gary Numan in Chicago. 'A Strange Hour' will be presented at this unique event while Gary and his band will be performing his classic 'The Pleasure Principle' album in full. Architect will also be on the bill in Chicago.
At all of the 'Selected' events, Alan will be conducting after-show signing sessions so bring your albums along. And look out for news of DM/Recoil parties at certain venues along the way too - there is already one lined at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles.
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'Selected' - Recoil's brand new selection of classic tracks is out now and is available either as download (Europe / USA), 1CD (Europe) or 2CD (Europe / USA) editions . The 2CD features many new remixes and alternative versions, chosen and edited together by Alan and Paul Kendall.
The limited edition deluxe 4-disc box set and a vinyl edition have both now sold out.
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Recoil iPhone App - Alan has announced details of a brand new iPhone App. Available now, the Recoil app (which also works with iPad) provides the most portable way to keep in touch with all the very latest news, including up-to-the-minute updates on the new tour schedule. As well as creating a hub for Recoil's social networking, there is also access to photos, videos, audio and Alan's concepts behind each of his albums.
Designed by un.titled, the app is free and available now from the iTunes store.
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'A Strange Hour' will be presented in the following cities:
(last updated: 07/29/10, 7:12am PST)
Friday, October 15
Guadalajara, Mexico
Venue: tbc
Facebook Event Page
Monday, October 18
Seattle, WA
Venue: Triple Door
Tickets (on sale now) | Map | Venue Info: 206.838.4333 | Facebook Event Page
Tuesday, October 19
Portland, OR
Venue: Aladdin Theatre
Tickets (on sale Fri, 07/23/10 11:00 AM PDT) | Map | Venue Info: 503.234.9694 | Facebook Event Page
Thursday, October 21
San Francisco, CA
Venue: Mezzanine
Tickets (on sale now) | Map | Venue Info: 415.625.8880 | Facebook Event Page
Friday, October 22
Los Angeles, CA
Venue: El Rey Theatre
Tickets (Sat, 07/24/10 10:00 AM PDT) | Map | Venue Info: 323.936.4790 | Facebook Event Page
Tuesday, October 26
Chicago, IL
Venue: The Metro (with Gary Numan)
Tickets (on sale now) | Facebook Event Page
Wednesday, October 27
Toronto, ON
Venue: The Opera House
Tickets (on sale now) | Map | Venue Info: 416.466.0313 | Facebook Event Page
Sunday, October 31
Baltimore, MD
Venue: Bourbon Street
Tickets (on sale soon) | Map | Venue Info: 410.528.8377 | Facebook Event Page
Monday, November 01
New York City, NY
Venue: Highline Ballroom
Tickets (on sale now) | Map | Venue Info: 212.414.5994 | Facebook Event Page
Wednesday, November 03
Santiago, Chile
tba
Facebook Event Page
Thursday, November 04
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Venue: Niceto Club
Map | Venue Info: (0)11.4779.9396 | Facebook Event Page
Friday, November 05
Rosario, Argentina
Venue: Patio De La Madera
Venue Info: 4301093.4371295 | Facebook Event Page
Saturday, November 06
Cordoba, Argentina
Venue: Espacio Quality
Facebook Event Page
Thursday, November 11
Lima, Peru
Venue: Voce
Tickets | Facebook Event Page
Friday, November 12
Bogota, Colombia
Venue: Downtown 727
Tickets | Facebook Event Page
Saturday, November 13
Quito, Ecuador
Venue: 21 Club
Tickets | Facebook Event Page
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For the latest tour updates and all Recoil news:
selected.recoil.co.uk
blog.recoil.co.uk/events
www.facebook.recoil.co.uk
www.twitter.com/recoilofficial
www.myspace.com/recoil
Basic are an electro alternative duo from Basildon, Essex, England. The Band was founded by cousins Louis Hyde (lead vocals) and Dean Oldfield (Chief Songwriter, Keyboards) in 2005 due to their joint passion for music. Their music is influenced by their uncle (Martin Gore), as well as bands like New Order, Joy Division and Kraftwerk.
Since 2005 Dean and Louis have written many songs and have played many local gigs including “Chinnerys” in Southend-on-Sea and they also put on their own show at Towngate Theatre (Basildon) in 2008.
We encourage you to check out their music and their upcoming show list on their MySpace site.
David marked the joyous occasion of the formal adoption of James Nicholas Rogers-Gahan, the son of his wife of eleven years, Jennifer Sklias-Gahan in New York City on Wednesday March 24th. Jimmy officially joins David's other two children -- daughter Stella Rose Gahan, and son, Jack Gahan.
Recoil's album, entitled 'Selected', has been set for worldwide release on 19th April 2010. The album contains a selection of classic Recoil tracks chosen by Alan Wilder who says: "The collection is made up of my personal favourites, remastered and edited together into what I consider a cohesive and total listening experience."
'Selected' features an eclectic mixture of vocalists including Diamanda Galás, Joe Richardson, Douglas McCarthy, Samantha Coerbell, Siobhan Lynch, Toni Halliday, Nicole Blackman , Maggie Estep and Carla Trevaskis.
Details of specific formats, along with tour date information for the upcoming 'Selected Events 2010' presentations, can be found by visiting Recoil's 'Selected' promo web site. This is where you can keep up to date with the tour, press articles and reviews, wallpaper downloads and more. Audio excerpts are there and video updates will also be added soon, so keep an eye out.
Also, check out MuteBank for the exclusive Signed Deluxe Limited Edition Box Set edition of 'Selected'.
Depeche Mode have won the award for "Best International Group - Rock / Pop" at the 2010 ECHO Awards in Germany! Also nominated in the same category were U2, A-ha, Black Eyed Peas and Gossip.
Martin and Fletch were at the ceremonies to accept the award. View the acceptance speech in our Video / Television area.
Alan Wilder joined Depeche Mode on stage at the Royal Albert Hall on February 17th, 2010, for a very special performance of "Somebody", to benefit the Teenage Cancer Trust. While fans have pretty much covered the actual event on YouTube, we have a special soundcheck performance for you:
"Somebody" Soundcheck - YouTube (720p)
"Somebody" Soundcheck - YouTube (1080p)
At the following show at the O2 in London (February 20th, 2010), Alan took some time at the aftershow to do a quick interview with our webmaster:
Interview With Alan Wilder - February 20th, 2010 - YouTube (720p)
Interview With Alan Wilder - February 20th, 2010 - YouTube (1080p)
Depeche Mode and Hublot launch the auction of the most exclusive collector's pieces in the history of Rock and Roll with all proceeds donated to the Teenage Cancer Trust.
Bidding begins February 8th and terminates February 24th
Twelve unique timepieces bearing the album artwork of Depeche Mode's legendary studio albums will be sold via an online auction with all proceeds from the sale going to the Teenage Cancer Trust.
www.hublot.com/depechemode - www.teenagecancertrust.org
On February 17th Depeche Mode will open the 10th season of concerts organised by the charity Teenage Cancer Trust (TCT) at the Royal Albert Hall in London with The Horrors announced as their special guests.
On this occasion, and in support of this cause, Depeche Mode and Hublot have joined forces to produce twelve exclusive boxed sets. In side these exquisitely designed presentation boxes, fans of Depeche Mode will find a treasure chest of exclusive materials chosen by the band.
Each box contains:
- A deluxe vinyl version of the album
- A USB Key containing a digital edition of the album and documentary about the making of the album
- An original album artwork print and a framed gold CD.
- In addition each box will boast a photograph signed by all members of the group who contributed to the album including Vince Clarke and Alan Wilder.
Together, Geneva based auction house Patrizzi & Co and Liveauctioneers.com have graciously donated both their time and energy to this noble cause, in providing the most secure state of the art, online auction system coupled with an unparalleled global auction service and expertise.
All proceeds from this unique auction, which closes on February 24th will be donated to the Teenage Cancer Trust on February 26th at the penultimate concert of Depeche Mode's 'Sounds of The Universe Tour' in Dusseldorf.
Depeche Mode are delighted to announce that The Horrors will support them as special guests for their Teenage Cancer Trust Show, Royal Albert Hall, February 17th.
Depeche Mode who launch the 10th anniversary of Teenage Cancer Trusts gigs sold out their Royal Albert Hall show in a cool 4 minutes.
The band will be donating all proceeds from the one-off show to help raise funds for desperately needed specialist teenage cancer facilities.
For those of you who will be attending the February 20th show at the O2 Arena in London, please be advised that the London Underground Jubilee Line will not be running that night. The entire Jubilee line will be closed for upgrade works, so there are no services to North Greenwich (The O2).
Transport services from central London
by boat
The O2 has its very own high speed express river service between Waterloo and The O2 taking just 25 minutes. Book now to have a memorable journey to and from The O2. This service is PRE-BOOK ONLY online so we can guarantee you a seat and manage demand. Single £6 / £12 return. This service is provided by Thames Clippers and runs every 30 minutes between 16.30 and 19.00 before the event and from 15 minutes after the event finish time until 00.00.
by DLR and boat shuttle
For those travelling from and to central London (south of the Central line) please take the DLR, change at East India station and use the BOAT SHUTTLE services running between the DLR and The O2. The DLR will be running a normal service and boat services will run every 5-7 minutes between 17:00 and 20:30 before the show and 22:00 and 23.30 after the show. The walk between East India DLR and the river pier is approximately 250 metres. The journey time to The O2 from Bank is approximately 35 minutes. Click here for a detailed route map. Please make sure you have a valid ticket (DLR, Oyster, travelcard) before you travel.
by tube and bus
If you are travelling from central London (north of the Central line) we would recommend you change onto the Central line, alight at Stratford and take the Rail Replacement Bus Service F (from Bus Stop X). Services will run every 5 minutes and the bus ride is approximately 20 minutes. The route will be clearly sign posted.
by The O2 Shuttle
A shuttle bus service will be provided from The O2 (after the event only) into Waterloo, Charing Cross and Victoria. Services will leave from North Greenwich bus station from Bus Stop D. All tickets are PRE-BOOK ONLY (£6 single) and are available online. Please note that Oyster cards or Travelcards are not accepted for this service. Additional services will be provided subject to pre-booked demand.
Transport services from East London
by bus and DLR / boat shuttle
Passengers travelling from East London (Canning Town, West Ham or Stratford) should use rail replacement bus service F. Alternatively the boat shuttle noted above from East India DLR will also be available. These services will run every 5-7 minutes.
Local transport services
by bus
Eight TfL local bus routes operate to and from The O2. Key destinations include Stratford, Charlton, Greenwich, Lewisham, Woolwich, Eltham, north Kent and central London. Please visit www.tfl.gov.uk for timetable information. Please note these services have limited capacity so if you wish to travel to and from Central London (e.g. London Bridge and Waterloo) please use the main services noted above. Click for local bus route map (pdf file).
Private transport
by car
The car parks are located within a short walk of the main entrance of The O2. Car parking for this event is PRE BOOK ONLY so we can manage demand and avoid disappointment. Tickets must be booked 24 hours in advance. Please note there is no on street parking on the Greenwich Peninsula. Please use Car Park 1 unless directed otherwise.
by car: FREE drop off / pick up
Those of you who will be dropped off and picked up by car, please use our
FREE dedicated drop off / pick up area within car park 1. Here is a map of the Greenwich Peninsula.
by taxi and private hire
North Greenwich station has a dedicated black taxi rank. Private hire is also available for pre-booking or on the night through kiosks at the main entrance of The O2. Greenwich Express Cars: 020 8858 6661.
On Wednesday, February 17th, 2010, Depeche Mode will play a special charity concert for Teenage Cancer Trust at London's Royal Albert Hall. All proceeds of the Band's show will be donated to the Trust, which is UK charity helping teenagers fight cancer.
This will be a unique event and the first time in their career that Depeche Mode will perform at the Royal Albert Hall. It's probably a once in a lifetime opportunity to see Depeche Mode play this historic venue and it's sure to be a memorable night.
Tickets for this special show will go on sale on December 18th, at 9am (local venue time). Full details, and links, are on our Tour page.
