ASK DAVE
[From Bong 19, January 1994.]
What do you think of Terry Hoax’s version of Policy Of Truth?
It’s all right
What is your favourite DM track written by Alan?
Two Minute Warning
Do you believe in God?
I believe in something
What is your favourite TV show?
Beavis & Butthead and The Simpsons
At what age did you start singing?
At age four when I was forced to go to Sunday school
Why do you always wear an obelisk? Is it for religious reasons?
Because Daryl says I can do whatever I want
Do you ever read BONG?
Yes
What song, to date, do you feel you sing the best?
Condemnation [1]
Do you ever get nervous before shows?
Sure, sure, sometimes, maybe, well no
What do you fear the most?
Forgetting
If you could change the world, what’s the first thing you would do?
Make it flat
Did / do you ever plan to do a solo album?
Maybe later, I just want to paint [2]
Are you interested in politics?
Not really
In your opinion, what’s the best DM song recorded to date?
I Feel You
Besides English, do you speak any other language?
No
Who is your favourite actor?
Beavis, Bart Simpson
Do you have any pets?
Guido the cat
How old were you when you had your first kiss?
Don’t remember, before 19
Do you have a favourite singer / band?
Lots
What’s your favourite place in the world?
Me home
What advice would you give to Jack (Dave’s son) if he decided to follow in your footsteps?
Become an accountant
Do you have a favourite artist?
Yes [3]
Is there anyone you’d like to do a duet with?
I can’t think of any
What do you get out of painting?
About $20, fantasy
Which of DM’s albums do you rate the most?
Of course Songs Of Faith And Devotion
Have you ever wished you were someone else?
Yes, Steven Mason
Do you, Martin, Andy, and Alan ever socialise outside of working hours?
Yes
Is there any particular song you find difficult to sing live?
Roxanne by The Police
Who or what is the most important thing in your life?
Me missus innit
Do you play any sports?
Pinball
What was your childhood ambition?
To be a rock star
What is your favourite colour?
Black
What is your favourite food?
Thai
What do you wear to bed?
Nothing
Do you like touring? What was your favourite?
Yes, this one
[From Bong 19, January 1994.]
What do you think of Terry Hoax’s version of Policy Of Truth?
It’s all right
What is your favourite DM track written by Alan?
Two Minute Warning
Do you believe in God?
I believe in something
What is your favourite TV show?
Beavis & Butthead and The Simpsons
At what age did you start singing?
At age four when I was forced to go to Sunday school
Why do you always wear an obelisk? Is it for religious reasons?
Because Daryl says I can do whatever I want
Do you ever read BONG?
Yes
What song, to date, do you feel you sing the best?
Condemnation [1]
Do you ever get nervous before shows?
Sure, sure, sometimes, maybe, well no
What do you fear the most?
Forgetting
If you could change the world, what’s the first thing you would do?
Make it flat
Did / do you ever plan to do a solo album?
Maybe later, I just want to paint [2]
Are you interested in politics?
Not really
In your opinion, what’s the best DM song recorded to date?
I Feel You
Besides English, do you speak any other language?
No
Who is your favourite actor?
Beavis, Bart Simpson
Do you have any pets?
Guido the cat
How old were you when you had your first kiss?
Don’t remember, before 19
Do you have a favourite singer / band?
Lots
What’s your favourite place in the world?
Me home
What advice would you give to Jack (Dave’s son) if he decided to follow in your footsteps?
Become an accountant
Do you have a favourite artist?
Yes [3]
Is there anyone you’d like to do a duet with?
I can’t think of any
What do you get out of painting?
About $20, fantasy
Which of DM’s albums do you rate the most?
Of course Songs Of Faith And Devotion
Have you ever wished you were someone else?
Yes, Steven Mason
Do you, Martin, Andy, and Alan ever socialise outside of working hours?
Yes
Is there any particular song you find difficult to sing live?
Roxanne by The Police
Who or what is the most important thing in your life?
Me missus innit
Do you play any sports?
Pinball
What was your childhood ambition?
To be a rock star
What is your favourite colour?
Black
What is your favourite food?
Thai
What do you wear to bed?
Nothing
Do you like touring? What was your favourite?
Yes, this one
DAVE'S BIRTHDAY IN RUSSIA
[From Bong 19, January 1994. Words: Sergey Krawets.]
Dear BONG,
My name is Sergey Krawets and I operate a small fan club here in Moscow, Russia. I’m also a student at the Institute, and I recently had an article published by the newspaper. I wrote the article using information I found in BONG. I am not a member of BONG because it is very hard to get subscriptions here in Russia, however we do have friends who occasionally copy it for us. I hope you do not disapprove that we use and share your wonderful magazine, but BONG is the only reliable source of information about Depeche Mode we have, and we thank you for all the things you do for the fans.
Also, I have included an article about the Depeche Mode gathering we had on May 9, 1992. I hope you like it, and will share it with all the members of BONG.
When we arrived at the station of Mayakovskaya in Moscow, where all the DM fans gathered, there were many DM fans from our country there. Most of the fans dressed in Depeche Mode style. We sang songs as we walked down the main street and shouted, Depeche Mode. Most of the people that watched stayed rooted to the spot, stopped dead from this strange procession and our very loud echo. It was splendid. We went to the English embassy to hand ambassadorial letters for Depeche Mode, in which we asked if they would come to our country. Everyone signed the letter! Later we went to a bar and had a high old time. We were speaking and debating loudly. Then at five PM we went to the Disco, Orion. Many fans had gathered there by the time we arrived. It was a bit like Camden Palace. [1] We went into the club and saw the Long Play newspaper for DM fans. Cassettes were also on sale. I bought “People Are People”, “World In My Eyes”, and a DM photo. We then danced in the club that was decorated with name inscriptions of Depeche Mode and big posters of Dave, Martin, Alan and Andy. There was a big competition on the most knowledge, hair style, and super fan, etc. This celebration continued until eleven PM and music was playing all the time, but not only DM, but also music by Front 242, Kraftwerk, and Nitzer Ebb. They also showed a programme on TV of a Nitzer Ebb interview. At the end of the show the English BBC came to see us. It was great. Everybody pushed forward to get in front of the camera. I was on camera for about two seconds. I got to know many fans.
[From Bong 19, January 1994. Words: Sergey Krawets.]
Dear BONG,
My name is Sergey Krawets and I operate a small fan club here in Moscow, Russia. I’m also a student at the Institute, and I recently had an article published by the newspaper. I wrote the article using information I found in BONG. I am not a member of BONG because it is very hard to get subscriptions here in Russia, however we do have friends who occasionally copy it for us. I hope you do not disapprove that we use and share your wonderful magazine, but BONG is the only reliable source of information about Depeche Mode we have, and we thank you for all the things you do for the fans.
Also, I have included an article about the Depeche Mode gathering we had on May 9, 1992. I hope you like it, and will share it with all the members of BONG.
When we arrived at the station of Mayakovskaya in Moscow, where all the DM fans gathered, there were many DM fans from our country there. Most of the fans dressed in Depeche Mode style. We sang songs as we walked down the main street and shouted, Depeche Mode. Most of the people that watched stayed rooted to the spot, stopped dead from this strange procession and our very loud echo. It was splendid. We went to the English embassy to hand ambassadorial letters for Depeche Mode, in which we asked if they would come to our country. Everyone signed the letter! Later we went to a bar and had a high old time. We were speaking and debating loudly. Then at five PM we went to the Disco, Orion. Many fans had gathered there by the time we arrived. It was a bit like Camden Palace. [1] We went into the club and saw the Long Play newspaper for DM fans. Cassettes were also on sale. I bought “People Are People”, “World In My Eyes”, and a DM photo. We then danced in the club that was decorated with name inscriptions of Depeche Mode and big posters of Dave, Martin, Alan and Andy. There was a big competition on the most knowledge, hair style, and super fan, etc. This celebration continued until eleven PM and music was playing all the time, but not only DM, but also music by Front 242, Kraftwerk, and Nitzer Ebb. They also showed a programme on TV of a Nitzer Ebb interview. At the end of the show the English BBC came to see us. It was great. Everybody pushed forward to get in front of the camera. I was on camera for about two seconds. I got to know many fans.
FAITH AND DEVOTION OF DEPECHE MODE FRIENDS
[From Bong 19, January 1994. Words: Michaela Olexova.]
… No doubt the biggest social music event of this weekend in Prague was the convention of the Depeche Mode Friends Fan Club in the hall Lucerna. Besides the effective lighting, disco, attractive competitions and big attention of all participants, a few live bands were introduced to the crowds. Among the invited guests was Dusan Vozary (Ocean) with his own solo project, the band Datwerk and Michal Jirak’s K.M.K. . Surprisingly the event for thousands of fans was organized without any sponsors. This remarkable evening was created by a few enthusiastic girls who actually run the Czech Fan Club of the British group Depeche Mode…
The annual convention of the Czechoslovak Fan Club, “Depeche Mode Friends”, held this year on Saturday, April 3 in Prague’s concert hall “Lucerna”, celebrated five years since the DM concert in Prague, 1988, as well as the release of DM’s latest album “Songs Of Faith And Devotion”. The doors opened at 3:00 PM and about 1,000 fans ran through the hall to be a part of the varied programme.
The most requested songs were from the new album as well as the video in between the disco. We organized many attractive competitions with fabulous prizes for all participants. The most popular competitions were the DM look-a-like, Megamix DM, and DM Lyrics in which the fans had to match the titles with a few lines from several songs. Other competitions included “Best Dancer” and “Masterquiz” that were open to everyone. We had prizes for the lucky winners in the tombola and many give-aways for the dancing crowds.
To vary the evening, there were two live concerts from the young techno bands “KMK” and “Datwerk”. Both received a huge round of applause from the audience. The fans also had a chance to see the November recording of Coercion taken during the convention in London. [1]
The event finished around midnight, but the atmosphere of that special night remained long after. Without the help of the people who were around when we needed it, the convention would not have been a success. Thank you to all the fans who attended, all the musical guests, organizers, BONG, Mute Records and especially Depeche Mode themselves.
The “DM Friends” convention was the biggest social music event in Prague during the first weekend in April and some Czech national newspapers covered the event.
[From Bong 19, January 1994. Words: Michaela Olexova.]
… No doubt the biggest social music event of this weekend in Prague was the convention of the Depeche Mode Friends Fan Club in the hall Lucerna. Besides the effective lighting, disco, attractive competitions and big attention of all participants, a few live bands were introduced to the crowds. Among the invited guests was Dusan Vozary (Ocean) with his own solo project, the band Datwerk and Michal Jirak’s K.M.K. . Surprisingly the event for thousands of fans was organized without any sponsors. This remarkable evening was created by a few enthusiastic girls who actually run the Czech Fan Club of the British group Depeche Mode…
The annual convention of the Czechoslovak Fan Club, “Depeche Mode Friends”, held this year on Saturday, April 3 in Prague’s concert hall “Lucerna”, celebrated five years since the DM concert in Prague, 1988, as well as the release of DM’s latest album “Songs Of Faith And Devotion”. The doors opened at 3:00 PM and about 1,000 fans ran through the hall to be a part of the varied programme.
The most requested songs were from the new album as well as the video in between the disco. We organized many attractive competitions with fabulous prizes for all participants. The most popular competitions were the DM look-a-like, Megamix DM, and DM Lyrics in which the fans had to match the titles with a few lines from several songs. Other competitions included “Best Dancer” and “Masterquiz” that were open to everyone. We had prizes for the lucky winners in the tombola and many give-aways for the dancing crowds.
To vary the evening, there were two live concerts from the young techno bands “KMK” and “Datwerk”. Both received a huge round of applause from the audience. The fans also had a chance to see the November recording of Coercion taken during the convention in London. [1]
The event finished around midnight, but the atmosphere of that special night remained long after. Without the help of the people who were around when we needed it, the convention would not have been a success. Thank you to all the fans who attended, all the musical guests, organizers, BONG, Mute Records and especially Depeche Mode themselves.
The “DM Friends” convention was the biggest social music event in Prague during the first weekend in April and some Czech national newspapers covered the event.