For the 2004 album No Roots, Faithless were joined by rapper/vocalist LSK.
Rollo's studio relationship is quite unique as he has synesthesia [a clinical condition where sounds have colour] . He also acted as producer for the second half of his sister Dido's debut album, No Angel.
Dido has been a guest singer on a number of Faithless tracks, including "Flowerstand Man" from the 1995 debut album Reverence, "Hem of his Garment" from Sunday 8PM, "One Step Too Far" from Outrospective and "No Roots" from the album of the same name.
Faithless have now released 5 studio albums, with a remix album for the first three (Reverence, Sunday 8pm and Outrospective) and an instrumental for the last (No Roots), plus a Greatest Hits collection (Forever Faithless) and 2 DVDS, one of which showcased their universally acclaimed live performances. Their most mature album and arguably their best is the latest album 'To All New Arrivals' released on 27th November 2006, the album name being inspired by the recent birth of two babies to Rollo and Sister Bliss.
Part of one of their tracks featured on the 'Greatest Hits' album (Taruntula) was remixed by the BBC and used as the theme for their World Cup coverage in 2002.
It was reported that Faithless were to split up after their 2005 tour, which was due to end on 30 April 2005. Speculation started after Rollo wrote "We set out thinking it would be our last album, feeling maybe we have had our time in the sun". Fortunately, this was not meant to be. A fresh clutch of tour dates prolonged the tour until December 2005.
In 2006 the band made several summer festival appearances, including the V Festival in England.
In August of 2006, Faithless released a 3 CD compilation for the Renaissance series titled, "Renaissance 3D". The first CD contains a mix of then current club hits, the second CD is a collection of Faithless remixes and productions, and the third CD is a laid back chill out CD.
On the 27th of November 2006, Faithless released its fifth studio album titled "To All New Arrivals". Previews of the tracks were made available via the Faithless website in early October.
Their 'Music Matters' tour in the UK started in early 2007.
In May 2010, Faithless released "The Dance", their best selling album to date in Europe. The album has been followed a few months later by an upgrade, including a remix bonus CD, "The Dance Never Ends".
On March 16th 2011, Maxi Jazz announced on his website that Faithless would cease to be, commenting "But, like when writing a song, you always just ‘know’ when it’s finished… this is and was the “Thank YOU And Goodbye’ tour".
Swingers
Faithless Lyrics
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We're floating from right to bright news [Repeat: x 3]
Making sips of your pop skin
All I need to know it
What more I have to do
All I need to know it
[Low voice]
What do you want?
[LSK]
It's been so long [Repeat: x 2]
Without this feeling
It's been so long
The song Swingers by Faithless is a complex and multi-layered piece, with several different elements that contribute to its overall meaning. At its core, the song is about the feeling of being lost and searching for meaning in life. This is expressed through the repeated refrain of "All I need to know it, what more I have to do", which suggests a sense of confusion and uncertainty about one's purpose in life.
The opening lines, "We're floating from right to bright news/Making sips of your pop skin", are somewhat ambiguous, but suggest a sense of aimlessness and an inability to connect with the world around them. The lines "It's been so long/Without this feeling" suggest a yearning for something that the singer feels has been missing from their life for a long time.
The final question, "What do you want?", is haunting in its simplicity, echoing the sense of uncertainty and lack of direction that runs throughout the song. Overall, Swingers is a deeply introspective piece that explores the complex emotions of searching for meaning in a world that can often feel chaotic and confusing.
Line by Line Meaning
We're floating from right to bright news
We are moving through life consuming whatever positive news and experiences come our way.
Making sips of your pop skin
Enjoying the taste and feel of someone's youthful energy and vitality.
All I need to know it
I am seeking clarity and understanding about a particular situation or circumstance.
What more I have to do
Asking what else is required of me in order to achieve my desired outcome.
What do you want?
Inquiring about the desires or needs of another person.
It's been so long
Expressing a period of time that has passed since experiencing a certain feeling or experience.
Without this feeling
Acknowledging the absence of a particular emotion or sensation.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROLLO ARMSTRONG, AYALAH BENTOVIM, MAX FRASER
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