Violator (Collectors Edition CD + DVD) (1990)

"In a word, stunning. Perhaps an odd word to use given that Violator continued in the general vein of the previous two studio efforts by Depeche Mode: Martin Gore's upfront lyrical emotional extremism and knack for a catchy hook filtered through Alan Wilder's ear for perfect arrangements, ably assisted by top English producer Flood. Yet the idea that this record would both dominate worldwide charts, while song for song being simply the best, most consistent effort yet from the band could only have been the wildest fantasy before its release. Goth without ever being stupidly hammy, synth without sounding like the clinical stereotype of synth music, rock without ever sounding like a "rock" band, Depeche here reach astounding heights indeed. The first disc of this 2006 reissue contains the album in remastered form; the second disc provides the album in 5.1 sound, six additional tracks (including two remixes) and a short film about the band during the recording days." (Ned Raggett, Allmusic)

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