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Reverence

Faithless · 1996

100 min · 19 tracks · house · techno · trip hop

A rich tapestry of electronic beats intertwined with soulful lyrics and infectious melodies that beckon for both dance and reflection.

Why this album works

Best for
long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
Context
Released on April 8, 1996, 'Reverence' was Faithless' second studio album, following their successful debut 'Faithless' in 1996. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the electronic music scene, blending house, techno, and trip-hop influences to create a distinctive sound that would define their legacy.
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house, techno, trip hop

Reverence is an album by Faithless, released in 1996. A rich tapestry of electronic beats intertwined with soulful lyrics and infectious melodies that beckon for both dance and reflection. 'Reverence' achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number one on the UK Dance Albums Chart and receiving critical acclaim for its innovative fusion of genres. The standout track 'Insomnia' became a defining anthem of the 1990s dance music scene, influencing countless artists and earning its place as one of Faithless' signature songs. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Reverence sound like?

A rich tapestry of electronic beats intertwined with soulful lyrics and infectious melodies that beckon for both dance and reflection. Rooted in house and techno.

What makes Reverence by Faithless notable?

'Reverence' achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number one on the UK Dance Albums Chart and receiving critical acclaim for its innovative fusion of genres. The standout track 'Insomnia' became a defining anthem of the 1990s dance music scene, influencing countless artists and earning its place as one of Faithless' signature songs. Released on April 8, 1996, 'Reverence' was Faithless' second studio album, following their successful debut 'Faithless' in 1996. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the electronic music scene, blending house, techno, and trip-hop influences to create a distinctive sound that would define their legacy.

Who is Reverence for?

Reverence works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.

How many songs are on Reverence?

Reverence has 19 tracks, running approximately 100 minutes.

Tracklist

19 tracks·100:45

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Reverence 7:44
  • 2 Don’t Leave 4:02
  • 3 Salva Mea Standout 10:47
  • 4 If Lovin’ You Is Wrong 4:17
  • 5 Angeline 3:37
  • 6 Insomnia Standout 8:47
  • 7 Dirty Ol’ Man 3:05
  • 8 Flowerstand Man 3:22
  • 9 Baseball Cap 2:56
  • 10 Drifting Away 4:11

Disc 2

  • 1 Flowerstand Man (Matty’s remix) 3:58
  • 2 Angeline (The Innocents mix) 1:47
  • 3 Reverence (Tamsin’s re-fix) 5:18
  • 4 Soundcheck Jam 3:00
  • 5 Salva Mea (Way Out West remix) 7:46
  • 6 Don’t Leave (Floating remix) 5:53
  • 7 Drifting Away (Paradiso mix) 6:46
  • 8 Insomnia (Moody mix) 10:40
  • 9 Baseball Dub (Cheeky All Stars remix) 2:40

Release Date

April 8, 1996

Genre

techno, trip hop

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

100 min 45 sec