In what comes as a heartbreaking development for fans across the globe, Depeche Mode has announced the postponement of their upcoming 2025 North American leg of the Memento Mori Tour. The news has left the music world in shock, especially following the monumental announcement of founding member Alan Wilder’s return to the lineup—his first tour with the band in decades.
The postponement comes in the wake of a tragic and unforeseen collapse at one of the key production facilities responsible for the tour’s elaborate stage and equipment. While details are still emerging, sources close to the production confirm that the incident has caused significant logistical and safety concerns, making it impossible for the band to move forward with the tour as scheduled.
“This is a deeply saddening moment for all of us,” the band said in an official statement. “Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the collapse. We were incredibly excited to share the stage again with Alan and bring Memento Mori to life in North America, but safety and respect for those impacted must come first.”
The 2025 tour had generated massive buzz among fans, not only for the continued celebration of the Memento Mori album but also for the emotional return of Wilder, whose artistic contributions helped shape Depeche Mode’s iconic sound. Many fans were already securing tickets and travel plans for what promised to be one of the most significant tours in the band’s history.
Ticket holders are being advised to hold on to their tickets, as rescheduled dates will be announced once the band and organizers have assessed the full scope of the situation.
For now, the Depeche Mode community is left waiting—together in disappointment, but also in solidarity and hope.
More updates will follow as the situation develops.
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