On 19 March 1990, Depeche Mode released what is still considered their finest album – ‘Violator’. Anton Corbijn created its sleeve with assistance from graphic designer Richard Smith of Area. The two would go on to collaborate on dozens of sleeves for a wide range of artists, but to celebrate this seminal album’s 35th birthday, I spoke to Richard …

• Podcast
• ABC, Classic Pop, Depeche Mode, Graphic Design, OMD, Peter Saville, Richard Smith, Tears For Fears, Violator
• March 18, 2025