It started in 1997 with their debut single Sunrise, the first step towards producing their own tracks. Nowadays, one cannot imagine the electronic elite without BLANK & JONES. 13 of their singles made it into the German Top 50, and three into the Top 20. Each and every album hit the Top 50, including two which climbed into the Top 10. They also scored a spectacular triple whammy by occupying the Top Ten album, singles and compilation charts simultaneously with Substance, Desire and The Mix respectively.
BLANK & JONES have teamed up with a number of top international stars in their career to date. The Cure mastermind Robert Smith, Bernard Sumner (New Order), Anne Clark, Sarah McLachlan and Claudia Brücken (Propaganda) have been immortalized on BLANK & JONES tracks, giving them a certain credibility way beyond the boundaries of dance music. Further evidence of their versatility can be seen in their contributions to the Café del Mar compilation series and their own chill-out albums, Relax and Relax (Edition 2). Next up, the people behind the Buddha Bar series have also made enquiries..
The release of the A Forest single and the accompanying album Monument in the USA last year also laid the foundations for BLANK & JONES to create a solid fanbase across the Atlantic.
Seven albums, 3 mix albums (The Mix 1-3) and 15 singles later, BLANK & JONES and their longstanding production colleague Andy Kaufhold have chosen this moment to collate their finest material on one release - The Singles. Comprising the best tracks and greatest successes of BLANK & JONES plus two brand new tracks, recorded exclusively for this album. “We felt the time had come to put all our singles together on one CD, “ Piet and Jaspa explain. “We prefer to see it as one step along the way, rather than a mere retrospective. A little breather before we move on to pastures new.“
Over 20 tracks were in the reckoning for The Singles collection, most of them penned by BLANK & JONES themselves. From the first single Sunrise via chart smashes such as Desire, DJ Culture and Beyond Time all the way to entrancing collaborations with the like of Elles DeGraaf on Mind Of The Wonderful, Claudia Brücken on Unknown Treasure and Steve Kilbey (The Church) on Revealed, the album is packed with original material. One of the few covers is, of course, A Forest with Robert Smith of The Cure on vocals.
An absolute must for fans is the all new WMC Retouch version of Nightfly, direct from the Miami Winter Music Conference (WMC), where BLANK & JONES headlined in March of this year. So new, the track was hot to the touch as it made its way onto the album, having been premiered to rave reactions at the dance convention. BLANK & JONES’ Nightfly WMC Retouch was the talk of the town the following morning on various online sites and blogs.
The album also features two completely new tracks. One is Somebody and the other is Catch, the newest single, based on Kosheen’s 1998 tune. Vocals supplied once again by the fantastic Elles DeGraaf.
BLANK & JONES have taken the utmost care in getting the sound right. Tracks have been remastered but not remixed. “Our aim was to retain the flair of each original track“ Piet and Jaspa elucidate. “We wanted them to sound just as they did when we made them, but clearer, in the same way as one restores a painting. You don’t paint it from scratch, you just bring out the colours again.“ Such loving attention to detail is typical of BLANK & JONES, making them the artists they are today, ready and able to see the bigger picture.
The album is also being released in Limited Edition format, in which The Singles are complemented by an additional DVD, bringing together all BLANK & JONES videos on one disc for the first time. The BLANK & JONES clips are something worth seeing, with a artistic quality rarely seen in such a genre. BLANK & JONES’ dramatic credentials are matched by their sense of humour. Numerous famous names have featured in their videos, including Estella Warren and Til Schweiger in Beyond Time, the latter having also directed the clip.
The DVD was produced and designed by Thomas Jahn, renowned as scriptwriter and director of “Knocking On Heaven’s Door“ and also the man responsible for The Hardest Heart, Mind Of The Wonderful, Perfect Silence and Desire.
The video for the latest single, Catch, was directed by Conchita Soares and Toni Froschhammer and features the thespian talents of TV actress Nadine. The piece will not only be presented on the music channels, but will also be shown at short film festivals over the summer.
BLANK & JONES’ roots are firmly placed in DJ culture. Year after year, millions of ravers around the globe feel the heat of their sensational sets at major events like Mayday, Nature One and Love Parade as well as in clubs all over the world. BLANK & JONES mix DJ and live, making the most of today’s technology. “We do everything digitally, on the basis of Final Scratch, which allows us to use our own edits and mixes, nothing comes straight from tape. Every set we play is unique, not only sound-wise but also in terms of what we play and how we play it. Roughly 60% of our set consists of our own repertoire, as where better to present our own material than via the DJ decks.“
BLANK & JONES are global players in the best sense of the word, with a worldwide reputation to match. They are more than welcome guests at the major festivals and raves in Germany, the Netherlands, Poland and Russia. At the beginning of the year, they played to 15,000 fans in St. Petersburg! They also travel further afield on a regular basis, to Canada, Mexico, South America and Australia.
2005 saw BLANK & JONES spend a lot of time in the USA, where A Forest proved to be a big success. Electronic music is growing and growing Stateside, so BLANK & JONES will return to LA, San Diego, San Francisco and many more cities in North America this year. Overwhelmingly positive reactions to Catch on the initial installment of the BLANK & JONES tour mean that the American fans can hardly wait for The Singles to be released. This will be the third BLANK & JONES US album.
Not content to rest on their laurels, Piet and Jaspa are already preparing an exciting, new and unusual project. On May 26th, BLANK & JONES will perform together with the Robert Schumann Kammerorchester conducted by Alexander Shelly in the Tonhalle Düsseldorf. The definitive electro-classical crossover extravaganza!
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Slow
Blank & Jones Lyrics
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Hear what it say to me
Don't need a conversation
I know just what it need
I love the way you look
Every time I taste it
Baby I love the faces
You make when you release
So we could put on a playlist and we could set the mood
I got some plans
Gonna show you everything you here for
And baby we gon be here real long
Cuz I'm gon take it slow
So
So
Slow
Not gon leave this moment girl and I'm gon take it slow
Slow
So
Slow
Just be here in this moment girl
I'm gon take it slow
So slow
So slow
Slow yeah (mmh)
Let you take the lead if the pressure is applied
Baby you know I'm down for the ride
It's giving
Might just let you live inside
Let you set a vibe you ain't gotta compromise
Energy
You might be
In too deep
Tryna breathe
But I know that you got what I need so give it to me
Driving me insane with this waiting game
But it's a fair exchange when you say my name
So make it everlasting
Treat it like you never had it
If you gone take your time
You better give me passion yeah
Girl I'm gon take it slow
so(slow yeah)
So slow
Not gon leave this moment girl and I'm gon take it slow(yeah yeah)
Slow so(slow slow yeah yeah yeah)
Slow
Just be here in this moment girl
I'm gon take it slow(Slow)
So slow (slow)
So slow
Slow yeah
Love when you moan for me(ooooh)
Feeling like ecstasy
Say that it's mine for me(It's yours)
Feeling like ecstasy
Girl I'm gon take it
Slow
So
So
Slow
Not gon leave this moment girl and I'm gon take it slow(I'm gon take it slow)
Slow
So slow(yeah yeah yeah)
Just be here in this moment girl
I'm gon take it slow(being in this moment baby)
Yeah
Baby take it slow
The lyrics to Blank & Jones's song "Slow" speak about the intense connection and attraction between two people. The song emphasizes the physical aspect of their relationship, with lines like "Lovin ya body baby" and "I love the way you look, Every time I taste it." It portrays a strong sense of desire and understanding without needing spoken words.
The lyrics convey a sense of anticipation and seduction, with the idea of taking things slow to fully enjoy and savor the moment. The singer expresses their willingness to dedicate their time and attention to make their partner feel special: "Gonna show you everything you're here for, And baby we gon be here real long." It suggests that they want to create a lasting and memorable experience together.
There is an emphasis on communication through physical cues and the power of touch: "Let you take the lead if the pressure is applied." The singer understands their partner's needs and desires without the need for explicit conversation. The lyrics also mention the importance of passion and making the experience everlasting: "Treat it like you never had it, If you're gonna take your time, You better give me passion yeah."
Overall, the lyrics to "Slow" depict a passionate and intimate encounter between two individuals who have a deep understanding of each other's desires. The song captures the excitement and anticipation of taking things slow to fully immerse themselves in the moment, creating an unforgettable experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Lovin ya body baby
I deeply appreciate and enjoy your physical presence, my dear
Hear what it say to me
I can sense and understand the messages conveyed by your body
Don't need a conversation
We don't require verbal communication to understand each other
I know just what it need
I am aware of what your body desires and requires
I love the way you look
I admire and adore your appearance
Every time I taste it
Whenever I experience the sensations your body offers
Baby I love the faces
Darling, I adore the expressions
You make when you release
You display when experiencing pleasure
I know you want it and baby you know I want it too
I understand that you desire it and you are aware of my own longing
So we could put on a playlist and we could set the mood
Let's create a playlist to enhance the atmosphere and set the desired ambiance
I got some plans
I have intentions and strategies
Gonna show you everything you here for
I aim to reveal and provide all that you desire and seek
And baby we gon be here real long
We will remain present and engaged for a significant duration
Cuz I'm gon take it slow
Because I am going to proceed at a leisurely pace
Let you take the lead if the pressure is applied
If there is any pressure, I allow you to guide the way
Baby you know I'm down for the ride
Darling, you know that I am willing to accompany you on this journey
It's giving
The situation is providing excitement and satisfaction
Might just let you live inside
I may allow you to fully immerse yourself in the experience
Let you set a vibe you ain't gotta compromise
You can establish a harmonious atmosphere without any need for concessions
Energy
The dynamic and intensity of our connection
You might be
You possibly are
In too deep
Engaged and invested to a significant degree
Tryna breathe
Struggling to find a moment of respite
But I know that you got what I need so give it to me
However, I am certain that you possess what I desire, so please provide it
Driving me insane with this waiting game
The anticipation is causing emotional turmoil and impatience
But it's a fair exchange when you say my name
However, it becomes justifiable reciprocation when you utter my name
So make it everlasting
Let this experience be enduring and timeless
Treat it like you never had it
Handle it as though it is entirely new and unfamiliar
If you gone take your time
If you choose to proceed slowly
You better give me passion yeah
You should provide me with intense and fervent emotions
Love when you moan for me(ooooh)
I adore it when you express pleasure audibly
Feeling like ecstasy
Experiencing sensations akin to euphoria
Say that it's mine for me(It's yours)
Verbalize that it belongs solely to me
Feeling like ecstasy
Experiencing sensations akin to euphoria
Girl I'm gon take it
My dear, I am going to proceed
Just be here in this moment girl
Simply be present in this particular instance, my dear
I'm gon take it slow(Slow)
I am going to approach this at a gradual pace
So slow
Extremely unhurried
Slow yeah
Deliberately and leisurely
Not gon leave this moment girl and I'm gon take it slow
I will not abandon this present time and I will proceed slowly
Just be here in this moment girl
Merely exist and be present in this specific occasion, my dear
I'm gon take it slow
I will progress gradually
So slow (slow)
At an exceptionally relaxed pace
So slow
Really unhurried
Slow yeah
Intentionally and leisurely
Slow yeah (mmh)
Extremely unhurried
Let you take the lead if the pressure is applied
If there is any pressure, I allow you to guide the way
Baby you know I'm down for the ride
Darling, you know that I am willing to accompany you on this journey
It's giving
The situation is providing excitement and satisfaction
Might just let you live inside
I may allow you to fully immerse yourself in the experience
Let you set a vibe you ain't gotta compromise
You can establish a harmonious atmosphere without any need for concessions
Energy
The dynamic and intensity of our connection
You might be
You possibly are
In too deep
Engaged and invested to a significant degree
Tryna breathe
Struggling to find a moment of respite
But I know that you got what I need so give it to me
However, I am certain that you possess what I desire, so please provide it
Driving me insane with this waiting game
The anticipation is causing emotional turmoil and impatience
But it's a fair exchange when you say my name
However, it becomes justifiable reciprocation when you utter my name
So make it everlasting
Let this experience be enduring and timeless
Treat it like you never had it
Handle it as though it is entirely new and unfamiliar
If you gone take your time
If you choose to proceed slowly
You better give me passion yeah
You should provide me with intense and fervent emotions
Love when you moan for me(ooooh)
I adore it when you express pleasure audibly
Feeling like ecstasy
Experiencing sensations akin to euphoria
Say that it's mine for me(It's yours)
Verbalize that it belongs solely to me
Feeling like ecstasy
Experiencing sensations akin to euphoria
Girl I'm gon take it
My dear, I am going to proceed
Just be here in this moment girl
Simply be present in this particular instance, my dear
I'm gon take it slow(Slow)
I am going to approach this at a gradual pace
So slow
Extremely unhurried
Slow yeah
Deliberately and leisurely
Slow yeah (mmh)
Extremely unhurried
Baby take it slow
Darling, proceed at a leisurely pace
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Kenyatta Blakely, Perri Jones
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Radosław Bernaś
MISTRZOSTWO !!!
Iron Grenadier
So glad B&J make those awesome electronic sounds again... Welcome back!
The Megamix Show - DJ Effe
Love this song!!!! Welcome backkkkkkkkk
Betula Usługi Arborystyczne
Czekamy ! :D <3
Dmitriy Trofimow
Ура,снова транс,здорово))ждем!
SaTin
Great sounds!
:-)
⚡️DJ Cello S.⚡️
Läuft bei mir rauf und runter! Bitte mehr davon!!!!! Gruss aus Zürich.
Robert Obrist
Nach vielen Jahren mal wieder was mit "Beat"
sehr schönes Album
mikey-b
welcome back guys! top tune, great album.
chris-deepblue
that sounds awesome!