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Insomnia

Faithless · 2005

40 min · 6 tracks · house · techno · trip hop

A vibrant blend of house and trip hop, layered with hypnotic beats and evocative lyrics.

Why this album works

Best for
hypnotic late-night vibes dynamic rhythmic exploration immersive, extended listening sessions
Context
By the time 'Insomnia' was released in 2005, Faithless was already a prominent name in electronic music, following their critically acclaimed album 'Outrospective' in 2001. This release marked an evolution of their sound, as they experimented with various mixes of their iconic track, showcasing both commercial appeal and artistic growth.
If you like
house, techno, trip hop

Insomnia is a single by Faithless, released in 2005. A vibrant blend of house and trip hop, layered with hypnotic beats and evocative lyrics. 'Insomnia' became a staple in club culture, charting well across Europe and solidifying Faithless's influence on the electronic music scene. The track's pervasive use in films, commercials, and TV shows further embedded it in popular culture, leading to a resurgence of interest in the band during the mid-2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Insomnia sound like?

A vibrant blend of house and trip hop, layered with hypnotic beats and evocative lyrics. Rooted in house and techno.

What makes Insomnia by Faithless notable?

'Insomnia' became a staple in club culture, charting well across Europe and solidifying Faithless's influence on the electronic music scene. The track's pervasive use in films, commercials, and TV shows further embedded it in popular culture, leading to a resurgence of interest in the band during the mid-2000s. By the time 'Insomnia' was released in 2005, Faithless was already a prominent name in electronic music, following their critically acclaimed album 'Outrospective' in 2001. This release marked an evolution of their sound, as they experimented with various mixes of their iconic track, showcasing both commercial appeal and artistic growth.

Who is Insomnia for?

Insomnia works well if you're into hypnotic late-night vibes, dynamic rhythmic exploration and immersive, extended listening sessions.

How many songs are on Insomnia?

Insomnia has 6 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

6 tracks·40:36

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

  • 1 Insomnia (Monster mix radio edit) 3:36
  • 2 Insomnia (Armand’s European Vacation mix) Standout 7:56
  • 3 Insomnia (Monster mix) Standout 8:38
  • 4 Insomnia (Armand’s Mission to Mars mix) 8:52
  • 5 Insomnia (De Donatis mix) Standout 7:38
  • 6 Insomnia (CEC radio mix) 3:53

Release Date

September 1, 2005

Genre

techno, trip hop

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

40 min 36 sec