Daniel Barassi is man of many media talents with two primary public identities. The Brat is known by a globe of Depeche Mode fans as the band’s webmaster, creating a constantly evolving site that pleases even the most finicky superfan. He’s also a music producer, giving birth to mashups that've been consumed on the Internet by hundreds of thousands, and heard locally on KCRW. (The above mashup was recently featured on Gary Calamar’s program.) more ›

While not as titillating as a dis-endowed Merlin repeatedly Tasered in the desert, it's not everyday that Hollywood Boulevard closes for a minishow from one of LA's most popular bands. (Depeche Mode's summer tour features sold out shows in Orange County, Hollywood and Santa Barbara.) In what seems like a commercial for the W's new hotel and residencies, these experienced Britons perform their hit 'Personal Jesus" and new single "Wrong." Their new album "Sounds of the Universe" dropped this week. more ›

The mutual love-affair between Los Angeles and England's Depeche Mode is long and storied. Remember when they played the Rose Bowl? This video might refresh your memory. Last seen locally at Coachella and the Staples Center, you'll get to see them under the stars this tour when the lads play two at the Hollywood Bowl on Sunday August 16, and Monday August 17. Tickets are now on sale. more ›