With fan speculation at an all time high, Andy Fletcher, who has maybe fueled some of that speculation in the past, has discussed future plans for a new record and tour for Depeche Mode next year.

Andy Fletcher, always one to be pretty open about Depeche Mode happenings, revealed in a recent interview that they plan to head back into the studio to record another record next year. If things go as he hopes, they will return to the studio in Feb/March and release the record and tour by the end of 2008 or early 2009.

Things are looking good as he reports that Martin Gore has already put together 14 demos, 6 more then he previously reported, and he seems to be very pleased with what he has heard so far. Add to that what Dave Gahan is writing and we should have some exciting times ahead. No other details are known at this time, but we’ll keep you updated as we hear things.

To watch the video of Andy discussing the Mode’s future, click here

Source: Depeche Mode Fanclub Isreal