The Faint (Electro-Rock)

Xavi6 · 16-12-2008 02:48PM #1

Is anyone else a fan or even heard of them?

I first got into The Faint back in 2005 when I was over the States and heard the song 'I Disappear' which is quite frankly a stunning bit of music (see below). Since then I've listened to their back catalogue and it's quality.

2008 has seen the release of their latest record titled 'Fasciinatiion' and it has been generally well received.

Just wondering if anyone else had any thoughts on them.

'I Disappear' -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1q8eByzJseY

D.V.S. · 16-12-2008 03:49PM

Ha! Someone on boards that has reeeal taste! The Faint are quite possibly the best users of 80's synth dynamics and dancey rhythms about right now. Did you catch them at Leccy Piccy? I was there, and in Oslo the next weekend to see them again...

Danse Macabre is their best work I think, but Fasciinatiion is close, which is a good sign. Fulcrum & Lever is great, the lyrics are inspired...

Xavi6 · 16-12-2008 04:06PM

Wow I didn't think anyone would reply to this thread!

Didn't get to see them at the Picnic as I'm in Oz but it's good to see they're doing some gigs outside the States.

'Danse Macabre' is a cracking album, though I love 'Wet From Birth' as well.

16-12-2008 11:03PM

Weird... listening to them right now! Only discovered them the other day through a mate. Danse Macabre is indeed a cracking album.. must check out their other ones.
Similar vibe to The Presets I reckon, altho The Faint have apparently been around for much longer. From Nebraska of all places!

lordgoat · 17-12-2008 01:25AM

Dude, i like the faint. That's all i'm saying til you put your name back. Why the change?

Xavi6 · 17-12-2008 07:46AM

It was a challenge in aid of the Santa Strike Force and has raised a bit of money so I'm happy with it. Tis only til next week anyway.

The Faint (Electro-Rock)

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