To date, they have released five EPs: 100% No Modern Talking, Rage Valley, Haunted House, Trigger Warning, and Lost Souls EP. They have also collaborated with Swedish House Mafia on their single, Antidote.
Their debut studio album, Abandon Ship, was released in November of 2014. Abandon Ship saw a deviation in sound from the heavier dubstep sound Knife Party had become known for on their earlier EP's, incorporating elements of more mainstream electro house. Originally scheduled for 27th October, unforeseen circumstances caused the album's release to be pushed back to 24th November. However, an accidental iTunes leak on 7th November made it available for download more than two weeks early to those who had pre-ordered it.
In March of 2015, at Miami's Ultra Music Festival, they debuted three new tracks, including a collaboration with Tom Staar, and later teased at a collaboration featuring Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine. On 24th July 2015, Knife Party announced via their official Twitter that fans could expect their next release, entitled Trigger Warning, to be released within the next 6-8 weeks. However, due to difficulties clearing samples, it was delayed until 20th November.
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Reconnect
Knife Party Lyrics
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That jewels are the realm for those who deserve them.
And in the blink of an eye.
In the changing of the wind, fortunes change.
Through every shipwreck comes the chance to begin again.
To rebuild anew atop the mistakes of the past.
Out of death comes life.
And the trash filled mind
of a laser bathed socialite.
Let us begin the story now
The lyrics to Knife Party’s song Reconnect take on a reflective and introspective tone, painting a picture of the changing fortunes in life. The opening lines invoke the idea of royalty and the rewards that come with power and authority. However, there is an underlying message that suggests that these rewards are only deserved by those who can truly claim them through their actions and character.
The following lines move to speak about the inevitability of change and the many opportunities that arise from failure and setback. The analogy of shipwrecks and the chance to rebuild anew are used to demonstrate this message. The final line ‘Out of death comes life’ can be seen as the overarching theme that drives the lyrics forward.
The lyrics then transition to a more personal anecdote, where the singer refers to themselves as having ‘the soul of a proud knight and the trash-filled mind of a laser-bathed socialite.’ These contrasting images suggest a disparity between their outward appearance and their inner character, setting up the idea of a personal journey of rediscovery and self-improvement. The final line ‘Let us begin the story now’ serves as a call to action for the singer to set out on this journey of self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
They say that crowns are reserved for kings.
There is a belief that only the most deserving and powerful are fit to wear a crown and hold a high position of authority.
That jewels are the realm for those who deserve them.
It is commonly accepted that precious stones are meant to adorn only the most worthy individuals.
And in the blink of an eye.
In a sudden or unexpected moment, circumstances can change drastically.
In the changing of the wind, fortunes change.
Just as the direction of the wind can switch at any moment, so too can one's luck and prosperity.
Through every shipwreck comes the chance to begin again.
Even in the face of great failure or destruction, one can find an opportunity to start anew and improve upon past mistakes.
To rebuild anew atop the mistakes of the past.
By recognizing and learning from past errors, one can create a better outcome in the future.
Out of death comes life.
The concept of rebirth and renewal can emerge from even the darkest and most final of situations.
We come to you, with the soul of a proud knight
We approach with the bravery, chivalry, and honor associated with a valiant warrior.
And the trash filled mind
However, there is also an acknowledgement of the corrupt, impure, and immoral aspects of one's being.
of a laser bathed socialite.
This description adds a layer of surrealism and technology to the character's persona, suggesting an indulgent, flashy, and superficial lifestyle.
Let us begin the story now
With this mix of noble and flawed traits, we are ready to start a new chapter with all its possibilities and pitfalls.
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Written by: ROBERT SWIRE THOMPSON
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Egils Aleksejevs
They say that crowns are reserved for kings.
That jewels are the realm for those who deserve them.
And in the blink of an eye.
In the changing of the wind, fortunes change.
Through every shipwreck comes the chance to begin again.
To rebuild anew atop the mistakes of the past.
Out of death comes life.
We come to you, with the soul of a proud knight
And the trash filled mind
of a laser bathed socialite.
Let us begin the story now
Vin Market
Prelude
Pendulum
Lyrics
Somewhere out there in the vast nothingness of space,
Somewhere far away in space and time,
Staring upward at the gleaming stars in the obsidian sky,
We're marooned on a small island, in an endless sea
Confined to a tiny spit of sand, unable to escape,
But tonight, on this small planet, on earth
We're going to rock civilization...
Ordogh Laszlo
"They say that crowns are reserved for kings.
That jewels are the realm for those who deserve it.
In the blink of an eye,
in the changing of the wind, fortunes change.
Through every shipwreck comes the chance to begin again.
To rebuild, anew, atop the mistakes of the past:
out of death comes life.
We come to you with the soul of a proud knight and the trash filled mind of a laser bathed socialite.
Let us begin the story now...
KnightWraith86
It's been 4+ years since this came out. I still want a version of this that's a full length, full feature song. This is possibly my favorite beat and melody in electronic music in a LONG time. The narrator is amazing, the melody is smooth and invigorating, and it's just something that you want to listen to for 10 hours straight at a time.
I will buy this immediately if this ever becomes a real song, and not an intro. I know it won't though.
Enkeria
Well, ... it is possible.
ShrimpCup
@Enkeria i hope :)
Hikari Sakai
I like how this has an 80's Retro feel to it, they should definitely make this a full song :)
Hikari Sakai
now that I think about it, I'm getting alot of Blood Dragon vibes listening to this lol
OVⲶRTONⲶ
Making a full song remix myself. We will see how this goes :D
YoursTrulyST
***** Im getting a huge vibe of Skyrim and Game of Thrones from this
Rabin Miguel // NIIVES
+Dub Stunner So how is it going with the remix? Haha, I'm waiting for someone to do it. I'll listen the crap out of it
Acting 101
Definitely the best song of the album, people say it should be longer, but that would take away the magic. It makes you want to keep listening!
Jack Santalino
I adore this synth melody. What a masterpiece! This track is so smooth, cinematic and atmospheric. Much love!