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  • Band members: Andy Fletcher, Dave Gahn, Martin Gore
  • Summary: The three-disc remix compilation features new arrangements from former members Vince Clarke and Alan Wilder.
  • Record Label: Reprise
  • Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Punk/New Wave, Synth Pop
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  1. Positive: 1 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. PopMatters
    Jul 28, 2011
    70
    As far as excessive, inessential, borderline-cash-ins go, this one's a keeper.
  2. Mojo
    Jul 28, 2011
    60
    The more successful versions tend to be of recent, less iconic songs--John The Revelator, Fragile Tension--but, despite the invention throughout hours of listening, not one version matches the original. [Jul 2011, p.112]
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  3. Under The Radar
    Aug 4, 2011
    60
    This anthology of both new and classic mixes reminds us, if nothing else, that Depeche Mode remain an inspiring and influential force in modern music. [Jul 2011, p.91]
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  1. atlantic99
    10
    How many bands in the world can release a 3cd REMIXES ALBUM??? How many bands in the world can make an excellent REMIXES album??? The answer can be only one. Long life to Depeche Mode.… Expand
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