The Faint - Fasciinatiion
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If there's one area where the Faint has remained fairly consistent, it's in the ability to make even the shyest of tight-jeaned hipsters haul ass to the dancefloor. 2004's Wet From Birth saw the band stray slightly from its obvious new wave-y formula in favor of electronica elements and post-punk flair. The self-released Fasciinatiion distances itself further. The synths and keyboards don't so much soar as they bend and warp in and out; computerized-sounding blips and vocals highlight the album's electronic edge. It's complex and distorted, but at times it's not clear why the group's energy is purposely restrained. Lyrically, frontman Todd Fink examines America's current state of...
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