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Nouvelle Vague: A Date With Depeche Mode
Gulbenkian TheatreFri, Mar 12, 2027 · 07:00 PM – 09:00 PM
Overview
Overview
Nouvelle Vague 'A Date With Depeche Mode' is scheduled for Friday, March 12, 2027 at Gulbenkian Theatre. Check the official source before you go, as event times and venue details can change.
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Nouvelle Vague brings their signature bossa nova and easy listening reinterpretations of post-punk and new wave classics to Canterbury. The French band, founded by Marc Collin and Olivier Libaux, is known for transforming iconic songs into sultry, Latin-tinged versions, often featuring female vocalists who had never heard the originals before recording.
Attendees can expect a set that draws from the band's debut album, which includes covers of Depeche Mode, Joy Division, The Cure, and The Clash, among others. The performance captures the playful yet sincere spirit that made the album a global success, selling over 200,000 copies worldwide.
This concert offers a unique opportunity to hear beloved new wave anthems reimagined in a completely fresh style, creating an atmosphere that is both nostalgic and novel.
📍 Canterbury⏱️ 2 hrs🎟️ Tickets from £36
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Good to know
- The event is held in Canterbury, a historic city in southeast England.
- The concert features Nouvelle Vague performing their signature bossa nova covers.
- The band's debut album was released in 2004 and has sold over 200,000 copies worldwide.
Frequently asked questions
What style of music does Nouvelle Vague play?
Nouvelle Vague plays easy listening and bossa nova versions of post-punk and new wave songs.
Who are the members of Nouvelle Vague?
The band was founded by Marc Collin and Olivier Libaux, and features various female vocalists.
What songs can I expect to hear?
The set likely includes covers from their debut album, such as Depeche Mode's 'Just Can't Get Enough', Joy Division's 'Love Will Tear Us Apart', and The Cure's 'A Forest'.
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Nouvelle Vague
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