In a later interview, Martin further fuelled the myth that this had been an especially difficult project by saying that after its completion, he doubted whether Depeche Mode would ever make another record. Alan however explains: "It's quite normal, when coming towards the end of an album recording, for there to be a certain amount of tension in the air - too much time spent in proximity to the same people makes you stir crazy after a while. 'Black Celebration' was no different in this respect." In spite of this diplomacy, whatever tensions did exist ensured that the album became the last accredited co-production project with the Daniel / Gareth Jones combination, although as we shall see, it was difficult for Daniel to break away from the monster he had helped create.