Andrew wasn’t as famous as the other members of Depeche Mode (Dave Gahan, Martin Gore or former founder Vince Clarke) but many said he was the glue to keep the band together. Not a small feat for a band that’s been around for 40-plus years and down to just three members; I figure they’ve had multiple drummers.
Although Depeche Mode wasn’t a band I cared for much in high school or college, I didn’t hate ’em, they just weren’t my go to. They did grow on me in adulthood via WXRT when they followed up their hit album Violator with more “spiritual” material.
Either way, thanks for everything Andrew! I’m sad to see you pass and it was too soon since I think your band had a few more great albums to make.