Andrew Fletcher Of Depeche Mode Has Died
“Fletch had a true heart of gold and was always there when you needed support, a lively conversation, a good laugh, or a cold pint."
Keyboardist and founding member of British band Depeche Mode, Andrew Fletcher has passed away aged 60.
A statement was issued on social media revealing the news, stating, “We are shocked and filled with overwhelming sadness with the untimely passing of our dear friend, family member, and bandmate Andy ‘Fletch’ Fletcher.
“Fletch had a true heart of gold and was always there when you needed support, a lively conversation, a good laugh, or a cold pint. Our hearts are with his family, and we ask that you keep them in your thoughts and respect their privacy in this difficult time.”
— Depeche Mode (@depechemode) May 26, 2022
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In the 1970s in Basildon, Fletcher formed the group Composition of Sound alongside Martin Gore and Vince Clarke. Later on they recruited singer Dave Gahan, which saw them change the name of their group to Depeche Mode.
The band went on to achieve 17 top 10 albums across the UK, with hit singles including Personal Jesus, Just Can't Get Enough and Enjoy The Silence.
Fletcher played on all of Depeche Mode's records which included Songs Of Faith And Devotion which released in 1993 and Ultra in 1997 which both landed at #1 on the UK album charts.
In the 1989 documentary 101, which was centred around the band's Music For The Masses Tour, Fletcher spoke about his roll in the band stating, "Martin’s the songwriter, Alan’s the good musician, Dave’s the vocalist, and I bum around.”
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