Depeche Mode’s legacy is strong and their music has connected with audiences around the world. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the reaction to keyboard player Andy Fletcher’s death was flooded with tributes on social media.
Fellow British band Pet Shop Boys expressed on Twitter they were “saddened” and “shocked” by the news, adding, “Fletch was a warm, friendly and funny person who loved electronic music and could also give sensible advice about the music business.” Singer Alison Moyet shared she was “classmates” with Fletcher and had known him since he was 10. “It doesn’t compute. Fletch. I have no words,” she continued. “My all time favourite band. Have had the pleasure of seeing them live 21 times over 4 different continents! I lived for the iconic Fletch moments,” one fan tweeted, adding heartbroken emojis. “A wonderful talent, you will be missed. Rest in peace,” another person said.
As of this writing, it is unknown whether Depeche Mode will continue as a band. In a 2021 interview with NME, frontman Dave Gahan revealed he felt he was “done” after their last world tour, which ended in 2018. However, he admitted he “certainly wouldn’t rule out” getting back in the studio for another Depeche Mode album.
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