Get ready, mode fans—Depeche Mode are once again redefining what it means to deliver a live experience. The veteran English electronic-rock outfit has revealed that their latest live-era projects will be available in physical form on December 5, 2025.
What’s on the way
The announcement covers two major releases:
First, there’s a feature film titled Depeche Mode: M—a cinematic journey interweaving concert footage with reflections on Mexican perspectives on mortality. Directed by Mexican filmmaker Fernando Frías, the film captures the band’s three sold-out nights at Mexico City’s Foro Sol stadium during their Memento Mori tour.
Then there’s the live album Memento Mori: Mexico City, recorded at those same shows. It features 28 tracks, including four brand-new bonus songs from the Memento Mori sessions. Fans can choose from CD/DVD or CD/Blu-ray bundles for the film, or pick up the 2×CD and deluxe 4×LP vinyl editions of the live record.
Why this release matters
The project isn’t just another live package. The film connects Depeche Mode’s music to Mexican traditions around remembrance and mortality—perfectly in step with the themes of Memento Mori. It also marks the band’s first major live release since the passing of founding member Andy Fletcher, adding emotional resonance to every note.
And in an age when streaming dominates, the band’s decision to release multiple physical formats—complete with bonus tracks and cinematic packaging—feels like a love letter to collectors who still value the tactile experience of owning music.
What to expect
The live album spans over two hours, blending classics like “Enjoy the Silence”, “Personal Jesus”, and “Just Can’t Get Enough” with newer cuts from Memento Mori. The four bonus songs—“Survive”, “Life 2.0”, “Give Yourself to Me”, and “In the End”—offer something fresh even for die-hard fans who caught the tour live.
The film Depeche Mode: M will also screen in cinemas worldwide starting October 28, offering fans a rare chance to see the band’s monumental live show on the big screen before the physical editions arrive in December.
Final thoughts
For longtime fans, this release feels like more than a souvenir—it’s a statement of intent. Depeche Mode have turned reflection, loss, and resilience into art, fusing their performance with culture and community.
With Memento Mori: Mexico City and Depeche Mode: M, the band proves they’re still pushing boundaries while honoring their past. If you’ve been waiting for something truly special from Depeche Mode, this might just be the definitive live experience of their modern era.