TRACK OF THE NIGHT: Enjoy The Silence

Depeche Mode / Enjoy The Silence

An absolute classic. Taken from the masterpiece that is Violator, in which Depeche Mode successfully tied up the links between synthpop and alternative rock to form dark wave; Enjoy The Silence is a complete and utter enigma. Despite containing one of the greatest pop choruses of all time, this wonder of a chorus is surrounded by an awe-inspiring mix of haunting synths, dark guitar chords and an obscure underlying dance beat - not the most normal of pop arrangements yet this simply adds to the track's charm and pure brilliance. If that wasn't enough, Dave Gahan also adds a beautiful sense of emotion to the track as his deceptively deep yet sweet vocals mix perfectly into the track's dynamic arrangement as he sings "all I ever wanted, all I ever needed, is here in my arms" in such a yearning manner it sounds as if he could break down in tears. With Enjoy The Silence Depeche Mode proved that dark synthpop didn't have to sound cold and lifeless as they brought as much emotion to the track as they did synths. A timeless reminder of a band at the pinnacle of their career. Mind-bogglingly brilliant.

Depeche Mode / Enjoy The Silence  by  ShornStarMusic