Danse Macabre cover

Released 25 years ago this August

Danse Macabre

The Faint · 2001

35 min · 9 tracks · indie rock

A frenetic blend of post-punk rhythms and synth-driven melodies that electrify the senses.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • frantic energy for dancing
  • short bursts of intensity
  • synth-driven anthems for parties
  • electric atmosphere for late nights

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, mellow tunes
  • seek lengthy musical explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Danse Macabre' was released in 2001, The Faint had established themselves as a key player in the Omaha music scene, building on the success of their previous album, 'Blank-Wave Arcade'. This third studio album marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing a more polished production while maintaining their signature blend of punk energy and electronic influences.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Agenda Suicide 3:58
  • 2 Glass Danse 2:59
  • 3 Total Job 2:17
  • 4 Let the Poison Spill From Your Throat 4:02
  • 5 Your Retro Career Melted 3:50
  • 6 Posed to Death 3:09
  • 7 The Conductor 4:42
  • 8 Violent 5:36
  • 9 Ballad of a Paralysed Citizen 4:28

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