A planned concert by Depeche Mode in Kiev has been cancelled as the country faces an uncertain future after the former President left office and with Russian forces occupying the Eastern Crimea region At least 77 people were killed in the unrest and a planned concert on 26th February at the 10,000 capacity International Exhibition centre was cancelled over fears for "the safety and security of the band, crew and fans".
Depeche Mode have signed a new deal with agents William Morris Endeavor to manage their live activity in North and South America, having previously been represented by the Creative Artists Agency in those territories. The band are currently working on a new album to be released in 2013 and plan to head out on a world tour.
