Is Martin Gore A-List?
Yes — Martin Gore is above A-list, ranked S tier as an icon with generational cultural impact.
Reached A-list in 1990
Violator Album Success
Ranking Timeline
Depeche Mode Forms
Gore co-founds Depeche Mode. Initial earnings are minimal.
Some Great Reward Release
Depeche Mode releases 'Some Great Reward'. The album begins their international success.
Violator Album Success
'Violator' becomes a massive commercial success. Depeche Mode becomes a global phenomenon.
Solo Album Counterfeit
Gore releases his first solo album, 'Counterfeit e.p.', while continuing to tour with Depeche Mode.
Collaborates with Vince Clarke
Gore collaborates with Vince Clarke, releasing an album under the name VCMG.
Memento Mori Album Release
Depeche Mode releases Memento Mori following the death of bandmate Andrew Fletcher. It receives positive reviews.
Continues with Depeche Mode
Gore continues to write and perform with Depeche Mode. He remains a legendary figure in electronic music.
Last updated: February 23, 2026