Depeche Mode, signed in the UK to EMI's Mute Records, have signed a global deal with the major record company, meaning that EMI will now release their tunes in the US, where the Mode have previously been released by Warner's Reprise label.
EMI's new A&R chief for the US and UK, that Nick Gatfield fella, told reporters: "We are delighted to be extending our relationship with Depeche Mode, and to be supporting them in the US for the first time. They are one of the world's most innovative and successful bands who continuously push boundaries and excite fans with their recording and live work".
Mute man Daniel Miller added: "I am really happy to be continuing to work with the band. They have been reaching new creative heights in the studio and they have one of the most devoted fanbases of any band in the world today. I believe that the Mute and EMI teams are extremely well positioned to help Depeche Mode build on their success".