No Roots
Faithless · 2004
77 min · 18 tracks · house · techno · trip hop
A fusion of trip hop and house grooves layered with poignant lyrics addressing contemporary issues.
Why this album works
'No Roots' is notable for its impactful single 'Mass Destruction,' which was embraced for its critique of global conflict and resonated widely, even charting in multiple countries. The album also reflects a moment of cultural reflection post-9/11, engaging listeners with themes of disillusionment and hope.
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks poignant lyrics addressing issues wave-like pacing that evolves
- Context
- By the release of 'No Roots' in 2004, Faithless was already established as a significant act in electronic music. This album followed their critically acclaimed work 'Outrospective' from 2001, showcasing a continued evolution in their sound while maintaining their socially conscious lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Cabaret Voltaire· William Orbit
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:28
- 2 Mass Destruction Standout 3:44
- 3 I Want More, Part 1 Standout 2:49
- 4 I Want More, Part 2 3:11
- 5 Love Lives on My Street Standout 2:10
- 6 Bluegrass 2:44
- 7 Sweep 4:03
- 8 Miss U Less, See U More 3:41
- 9 No Roots 5:23
- 10 Swingers 3:47
- 11 Pastoral 4:26
- 12 Everything Will Be Alright Tomorrow 2:19
- 13 What About Love 6:57
- 14 In the End 4:31
- 15 Mass Destruction (P*Nut and Sister Bliss mix) 3:34
- 16 Blissy's Groove 9:29
- 17 Miss U Less, See U More (Switch's Chops) 6:11
- 18 I Want More (Beginerz remix) 7:52
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