Strangelove at The State Theatre

Celebrating 40 Years of Iconic Sound: Strangelove-The Depeche Mode
Experience Announces European Tour Honoring "Black Celebration" Hollywood, CA – As the music world marks the 40th anniversary of Depeche
Mode’s seminal album Black Celebration, one arena-scaled tribute production
is set to bring the revolutionary sounds of the '80s back to life. Strangelove- The Depeche Mode Experience, renowned throughout North America for their
authentic recreation of Depeche Mode’s iconic music, visual aesthetic, and
energetic intensity, is thrilled to announce their Spring 2026 European tour, which will traverse major cities and pay homage to the landmark album that
defined an era. Depeche Mode’s Black Celebration, released forty years ago in 1986, is
celebrated for its dark, innovative sound and profound influence on the
electronic and alternative music scenes. The album’s rich, and by turns
atmospheric and industrial tones coupled with introspective lyrics helped
define the '80s zeitgeist; and have continued to inspire generations of music
lovers. Strangelove’s tour will feature a meticulously crafted setlist that pays homage
to the Black Celebration album, including fan favorites like “Stripped”, “A
Question of Time,” and the title track, “Black
Celebration”, as well as incorporating album B Sides into the set. In addition
to this album-focused set, the band will perform an additional set comprised of
other Depeche Mode hits and fan favorites from all eras of Depeche Mode’s
45 year history. Each performance will feature a visual and auditory experience designed to
transport audiences back to the 1980s, with elaborate stage set production, period-accurate costumes, and high-quality sound production. Strangelove-The Depeche Mode Experience is fronted by youthful
doppelganger Leo Luganskiy, whose vocal and stage presence has been
lauded for capturing the essence of Depeche Mode’s legendary
frontman, Dave Gahan. The band’s dedication to authenticity ensures a
nostalgic, yet fresh experience for fans old and new. Largely heralded as
being one of the most successful touring full-production tribute shows in the
United States since 2010, the group is finally presenting a full-scale EU tour
for the first time. "We’re incredibly excited to celebrate this milestone and
honor this body of work with fans across Europe," says
Vocalist/Guitarist/Founder Brent Meyer. "Depeche Mode's Black Celebration
holds a special place in the hearts of so many, and we’re honored to pay
tribute to this groundbreaking album with a tour that truly reflects its impact." Tickets for the tour will be available for purchase beginning in January 2026,
through the band’s official website and major ticketing platforms. Fans are
encouraged to secure their tickets early to ensure they don't miss out on this
once-in-a-lifetime celebration. For more information, including tour dates, ticketing details, and exclusive
content, please visit www.depechetribute.com or follow the band on social
media at @strangelovetribute.
About Strangelove-The Depeche Mode Experience
Strangelove-The Depeche Mode Experience is the world’s foremost full- production tribute show dedicated to faithfully recreating the music of
Depeche Mode. With a focus on delivering an authentic live experience, the
band has garnered acclaim for their meticulous attention to detail and
passionate performances and has fans all over North and South America and
Australia. Strangelove-The Depeche Mode Experience is a supergroup of
sorts, comprised of NY/LA/London industry-veteran artist/producers in their
own right; with many accolades. The band members have many current
credits/collabs with household-name artists (such as musicians with: Depeche
Mode, The Cure, David Bowie, Morrissey, Bauhaus, Love & Rockets, etc.). The Strangelove members have several placements in TV/film/video games
with their active respective original-music projects and inked a record deal for
original music AS Strangelove in 2024 with Harmony Records in USA. On tour,
they are united by a common love of Depeche Mode’s incredible body of work
and a unified vision to celebrate these songs with the energy and intensity
they were initially presented to the world.