Andrew Fletcher

Andrew John Fletcher (known as "Fletch") , is the co-founder and keyboardist of influential electronic band Depeche Mode. Fletch had originally played bass in a band with Vince Clarke, but moved on to play synthesizer in the group Composition of Sound with both Clarke and Martin Gore. In 1980, these three musicians formed Depeche Mode with vocalist David Gahan. Fletcher has never been a leading musician in the group, but more of a manager, where his strong points lie. He is also the only member that has never written a song for the band, although it is indicated in one interview that he had attempted it in the past. Although it has been a topic of confusion for many fans, Fletcher has stated that he plays bass in Depeche Mode; programmed on the synthesizer, in addition to electric bass as played on the Songs of Faith and Devotion album. He can also be seen playing keyboards live and in rehearsal videos. Fletcher is also the "spokesperson" of the band, often the one who announces... full article at wikipedia