original member of Depeche Mode

Depeche Mode's original members were Vince Clarke, Dave Gahan, and Martin Gore. Vince Clarke, the founding member, played a key role in creating their early electronic sound and wrote their first hits. Dave Gahan was the lead singer, known for his distinctive voice and stage presence. Martin Gore is a principal songwriter and guitarist, contributing to the band's evolving musical style. Together, they formed the core of Depeche Mode during their inception in the early 1980s, shaping the band's distinctive blend of synth-pop and electronic music that became influential worldwide.