Depeche Mode has officially announced their 15th studio album, Memento Mori, alongside an expansive world tour set to commence in 2025. This marks the band’s first major project since the passing of founding member Andy Fletcher in 2022. The album, produced by James Ford with additional production by Marta Salogni, delves into themes of mortality and introspection, reflecting the band’s evolution and resilience .
The Memento Mori World Tour is scheduled to kick off on March 23, 2025, in Sacramento, California, with a series of North American arena dates, including stops at New York’s Madison Square Garden and Los Angeles’ Kia Forum. Following the North American leg, the band will embark on a European stadium tour beginning May 16, 2025, featuring performances at iconic venues such as Paris’ Stade de France and London’s Twickenham Stadium .
In addition to the album and tour, Depeche Mode has announced a concert documentary titled Depeche Mode: M, directed by acclaimed Mexican filmmaker Fernando Frías. The film captures the band’s 2023 performances at Foro Sol in Mexico City during the Memento Mori tour and explores the cultural connections between the album’s themes and Mexican traditions surrounding death. Depeche Mode: M is set to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in June 2025, with a theatrical release planned for later in the year .
The band has also partnered with luxury watchmaker Hublot and The Conservation Collective, a UK-based environmental charity, to support sustainability initiatives during the Memento Mori tour. Efforts will focus on reducing single-use plastics, improving recycling, and promoting environmental awareness at concert venues .
Fans can anticipate a setlist that blends new material from Memento Mori with classic hits, showcasing Depeche Mode’s enduring appeal and musical innovation. The tour promises to be a poignant tribute to Andy Fletcher’s legacy and a celebration of the band’s continued evolution.
Tickets for the Memento Mori World Tour are available through official outlets, including Ticketmaster . For more information on tour dates, album details, and the upcoming documentary, fans are encouraged to visit Depeche Mode’s official website .