Martin Gore and artist Cliff Damavandi are giving their haunting collaboration ‘Cross Whisper’ a fresh electronic twist with two new remixes from ANNA and Vera Grace.
The original track, featuring vocals from Gore’s daughter Johnnie Lee, draws inspiration from an unusual personal story involving birds appearing around the time of the death of people close to Gore. Fascinated by the symbolism of birds as messengers and omens, Gore shared the experience with Damavandi, who was inspired to turn the story into lyrics. Gore then brought those words to life with atmospheric synths and haunting vocals.
Now, two artists bring their own perspectives to the track. Brazilian DJ and producer ANNA, who has previously remixed Depeche Mode and Gore, delivers an energetic, psychedelic take inspired by her experience at Hungary’s Ozora Festival. Meanwhile, Dutch DJ and modular synthesist Vera Grace takes a more experimental approach, blending atmospheric electronics, shifting chords and driving percussion.
Both remixes offer a different way into the track’s mysterious atmosphere, expanding on the original while giving it a new dancefloor identity.
Released through Mute, ‘Cross Whisper’ is part of a larger remix project featuring contributions from ANNA, Regis, Vera Grace, Boothnavy and Pye Corner Audio.
The ‘Cross Whisper’ 12-inch vinyl release arrives December 4, 2026.