Martin Gore

Martin Lee Gore (born 23 July 1961)[1] is an English singer-songwriter, musician, record producer and DJ. He is one of the members of the Synth-pop band Depeche Mode.[2] Gore is the main songwriter for the band.[3] He is the band's guitarist and keyboardist. He has also provided lead vocals occasionally.[4][5][6] Gore has a tenor singing voice. It contrasts with Dave Gahan's baritone voice. He is also known for his stage persona. Gore has also released several solo albums. He has performed with former Depeche Mode member Vince Clarke as part of VCMG.[7]

Martin Gore
Martin Gore in 2009.jpg
Gore in 2009
Background information
Birth nameMartin Lee Gore
Born23 July 1961 (aged 64)
OriginLondon, England
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • musician
  • record producer
  • DJ
Instruments
  • Guitar
  • vocals
  • keyboards
Labels
Websitewww.martingore.com

References

  1. Malins, p. 1
  2. Founding Depeche Mode members Martin Gore, Vince Clarke reunite. The San Francisco Examiner (21 November 2011).
  3. Depeche Mode's Vince Clarke and Martin Gore reunite in the name of techno (24 November 2011).
  4. Kelly, Brendan. Depeche Mode; The The (23 September 1993). Retrieved 30 September 2022.
  5. Rouner, Jef. Happy 51st, Depeche Mode's Martin Gore: A Birthday Playlist. Houston Press (23 July 2012). Retrieved 30 September 2022.
  6. Tramel, Jimmie. Verdict arrives at BOK Center: Oklahoma 'gets' Depeche Mode. Tulsa World (30 May 2018). Retrieved 30 September 2022.
  7. Depeche Mode. www.depechemode.com.