Single CD reissue of 2006 digitally remastered edition. Violator is the seventh studio album by Depeche Mode, released on 19 March 1990 by Mute Records. Preceded by the hit singles “Personal Jesus” and “Enjoy the Silence” (a top-10 hit in both the UK and US), Violator propelled the band into international stardom. The album yielded two further hit singles, “Policy of Truth” and “World in My Eyes”. Violator is the band’s first album to reach the Top 10 on the Billboard 200, peaking at number #7.

VIOLATOR Initially released in March 1990, Violator, Depeche Mode’s seventh album showcased the band’s maturity and ability to create dark, brooding atmospheres while achieving mainstream success. The album features some of Depeche Mode’s most iconic tracks, including “Personal Jesus,” “Enjoy the Silence,” “Policy of Truth,” and “World in My Eyes.” “Enjoy the Silence” became a breakout hit, earning the band their first top-10 single in the U.S. and winning a BRIT Award for Best Single. Violator reached the top 10 in numerous countries, including the USA and UK, earning critical acclaim.