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Norwegian artist CHRIS WICKED returns with a dark and atmospheric reinterpretation of the iconic ‘Enjoy the Silence’ — originally immortalized by Depeche Mode.
Blending gothic melancholy, cinematic textures and alternative rock energy, Chris Wicked breathes new life into one of the most beloved synth-driven songs of all time. The result is a version that honours the original while simultaneously transforming it into something darker, heavier and deeply emotional.
“Enjoy the Silence has always been a song that resonated with me. The atmosphere, the sense of longing and the timeless darkness within the melody have inspired me since I was young. We didn’t want to copy the original — we wanted to reinterpret it through own musical universe,” says Chris Wicked.
The release follows an intense period for the artist, who recently concluded the 20th anniversary celebration of Malice In Wonderland with the acclaimed single “Dying Breed.” In recent years, Chris Wicked has embraced an increasingly darker and more cinematic sound, drawing inspiration from artists such as Nick Cave, Paradise Lost, The Sisters of Mercy and of course Depeche Mode.
This new version of “Enjoy the Silence” combines haunting synth landscapes, pulsating rhythms and Chris Wicked’s unmistakable vocal style, resulting in a release that feels both nostalgic and modern at the same time.
The single is available now on all major streaming platforms.
ABOUT
Chris Wicked is best known as the frontman of Malice In Wonderland, a band that gained international attention during the 2000s with their unique blend of glam, goth and hard rock. In recent years, he has focused on darker and more personal solo material, where cinematic goth, dark wave and alternative rock take center stage.
Details:
City: Bergen
Country: Norway
Artist: Chris Wicked
Single title: Enjoy The Silence
Release date: September 02, 2026
Record label: Raven Black Productions
Description:
A cover song of Depeche Mode’s “Enjoy The Silence” is the third single from the upcoming EP “Black Horns & Black Hooves”.
More info: https://linktr.ee/chriswicked
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