A Black Celebration - Philly's Favorite Depeche Mode Dance Party (DJ Baby Berlin / Lord Pan)

Friday, September 5, 2025 - 9:00pm

Venue: 
Johnny Brenda's
Age: 
21+

Black Celebration is the fifth studio album by Depeche Mode. This album further cemented the darkening sound and style of DM. ABC the party celebrates this darkening depeche mood as well. This event is an inclusive safe space goth party. Homophobia, misogyny, transphobia, racism, xenophobia, physical violence or hate of any kind will not be tolerated.
*Please note that this event utilizes photography and video coverage to promote our event on social media. If you do not wish to appear in any photo or video posts, please ask the door person for green wristbands.*

Expect to hear:
TONS OF DEPECHE MODE
NEW WAVE
DARK WAVE
POST-PUNK
DEATH ROCK
EARLY INDUSTRIAL
WAX TRAX
GOTH CLUB HITS
FACTORY RECORDS

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