'Clean' by Depeche Mode

There are other versions of this song that are more kickin' but I like the video.

I like the high cut bathing suit at the beginning along with her 'bob' hair cut. And the 'film watching' scenes bring back good memories of youth.

'Pleasure, Little Treasure' by Depeche Mode

This one just came to me and it seems fit to leave 2011 on a goooood note!

'Master & Servant Cover' by Locust

The cover came from a DM tribute album by various artists (including The Cure, Meat Beat Manifesto, Smashing Pumpkins to name a few) called For the Masses in 1998. The CD has some other great songs besides the post below.

This one is sooo smooth and sexy. It's been in my head all day - had to share . . .

'Personal Jesus' by Depeche Mode

Album: Violator
Released: 1989
Theme: dance

Ok, the let's round out the DM week in fine fashion. Hope I'm not too predictable but it is the weekend and it's been a freakin' long week.

The video captures the energy of the song. Enjoy!

'Never Let Me Down' by Depeche Mode

Album: Music for the Masses
Released: 1987
Theme: quintessential 80's

Oh, a classic that has a driving, powerful beat. I think it's a good one to post on Thursday to usher in the weekend.

This is cool video which actually depicts the song's rhythm and heart.

Watch on YouTube.

'Route 66' by Depeche Mode

Album: Music for the Masses
Released: 1987
Theme: quintessential 80's

Now time for some funky DM. This B-Side is a cover of the standard "Route 66", named after the highway of the same name. The music for the cover is similar, sometimes identical to "Behind the Wheel" which is off Music for the Masses.

There are several mixes and the video resembles my favorite.

'Just Can't Get Enough' by Depeche Mode

Album: Speak & Spell
Released: 1981
Theme: quintessential 80's

Let's get back to basics with DM's debut studio album.

This song is light and fun and think I dedicated it to my high school girlfriend back in the day. Notice how young the band looks in the vid.

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'The Sinner In Me' by Depeche Mode

Album: Playing the Angel

Released: 2005
Theme: quintessential something

Let's introduce some new stuff by DM. I think this album is well done and this song sounds different than the rest, and I like that, of course.

Watch on YouTube