What makes Doom Abuse by The Faint notable?

'Doom Abuse' garnered significant attention upon release, debuting at number five on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. Critics praised its sharp production and thematic depth, marking it as a pivotal comeback that solidified The Faint's relevance in the contemporary music scene, influencing both indie rock and electronic genres. Released in 2014, 'Doom Abuse' marked The Faint's return after a seven-year hiatus following their album 'Fasciinatiion' in 2008. This record came during a period when the band sought to redefine their sound while maintaining their signature blend of post-punk and electro-pop elements. The album encapsulates a phase of artistic rejuvenation for the group as they navigated the evolving landscape of indie music.

Who is Doom Abuse for?

Doom Abuse works well if you're into driving beats for late nights, pulsating energy for dance floors and biting wit and dark humor.

How many songs are on Doom Abuse?

Doom Abuse has 12 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Doom Abuse

The Faint · 2014

39 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

A pulsating blend of dark synths and driving beats that explores modern anxieties with biting wit.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

driving beats for late nights
pulsating energy for dance floors
biting wit and dark humor
quick bursts of modern angst

Maybe skip if you want

slow-paced reflective experiences
long tracks for deep focus

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2014, 'Doom Abuse' marked The Faint's return after a seven-year hiatus following their album 'Fasciinatiion' in 2008. This record came during a period when the band sought to redefine their sound while maintaining their signature blend of post-punk and electro-pop elements. The album encapsulates a phase of artistic rejuvenation for the group as they navigated the evolving landscape of indie music.
Stylistic neighbors: Death from Above 1979· The Postal Service· Hot Chip

Tracklist

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

1 Help in the Head 4:22
2 Mental Radio 2:46
3 Evil Voices 3:41
4 Salt My Doom 2:18
5 Animal Needs 3:50
6 Loss of Head 2:58
7 Dress Code 1:47
8 Scapegoat 2:00
9 Your Stranger 2:47
10 Lesson From the Darkness 3:52
11 Unseen Hand 4:15
12 Damage Control 4:28

What to play next

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Fasciinatiion

2008

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