Interview With Alan Wilder, February 20th, 2010

This is a quick interview with Alan Wilder, done by Daniel Barassi (Depeche Mode webmaster), after the aftershow party at the O2 show of Depeche Mode.

The live footage on the left is Mr Wilder and Mr Gore performing Somebody at the Royal Albert Hall, a few days earlier.

[carolineward]

I wonder if this dignified and humble gentleman is able to comprehend just what he means to the fans. You and your creative talent have been so dearly missed and you will always matter, Mr Alan Wilder.

[thirdlantern]

Alan is so loved. He was just as integral to Depeche Mode as Martin and Dave.

[jadez]

If I had 3 wishes 1) Heath 2) Financial Freedom and 3) Alan Wilder Back with DM to hear how they would sound now, gives me chills! Reunion Tour and then I could Die! It's not a crime to dream.

[ladydominion]

Alan's voice still just makes me melt inside ;)

[rimmel]

The mind behind the best Depeche songs: Alan Wilder's touch and knowledge

[MsDezB]

When Alan joined the band, their sound changed from bein' ultra-poppy to havin' a deeper, darker, edgier sound. All's I got ta say is, GOD BLESS YOU ALAN WILDER! Your musical contributions are underrated and will never be forgotten... at least not by this gal!

[MrSomegreatreward]

every DM fan wants Alan back cause as brilliant as Martin's songs are, Alan gave them a life a song and a depth. The depth of a Martin/Alan song was amazing. What struck me about Violator is the depth and fullness of the album. Alan is a genius and hsi musical ability is up there with any one you can name. His Recoil work is just brilliant and I wish more if it was produced thou.

[captaingish]

Oh jeez, talk about goosebumps and tears. Just hearing him talk about the experience and watching Depeche Mode as a 'fan' sounded so ironically sad and bitter sweet. He seemed to be genuinely overwhelmed by he reception he got. It sure is a great feeling to feel loved and admire. Well Alan, you can have lots more of that feeling if you came back. Please please please Dave, Martin and Fletch, please extend a hand out to Alan and ask him back.

[honeymoonavenue]

It makes me so emotional seeing how much older he’s gotten. I have the biggest crush on younger Alan Wilder. He’s so beautiful and talented.

[simpleplanfan]

Love this man. Always speaks so eloquently. Lovely.

[youarebehindthewheel]

I love this man so much. His works are really missed :(

[stoogemund]

Alan Wilder is the master of diplomacy. ;)

[grimlund]

It was Dave that made the first contact with Alan. It always seems like Dave was the person in DM that was closest to Alan.

[toolsgear]

Sadly they’ve never been the same without him. He should have forever been the fourth FULL member of DM. Letting him walk out the door was a HUGE mistake.

[birgitweigelt]

Alan is a brilliant musician. Always love to see videos with him. He is a great person. Love him so much...

[blitskrieg]

God bless you Alan no matter where you stand.

[LightShadow]

Alan Wilder IS the reason of their success. His sound and compositions (based on Martin's melodies) were magical. I think most of the "copy bands" try to mimic their 80s sound. Alan Wilder wasn't the member that should have left (hint: Andy).

[adhamantlinSempiternal]

Alan Wilder has a beautiful true heart. It would be mindblowing all four back together. A friendship of a lifetime, talent working together as a system matching their abilities. Leave behind whatever reason that parted their ways. You can see it in his eyes. He never truly left. His heart has always been in DM. It melts my heart every time I see the hugs with Martin and Fletch. What a beautiful moment

[maaczka]

a real - real gentleman. i love u, alan wilder.

[lilynlilac]

What a genuinely nice guy!!!  Immensely talented.  Can't help but like him!