With the release of MANIFEST DESTINY, Mindless Faith delivered one of the strongest and most noteworthy albums of 2000. The CD is a conceptual, thematic soundscape that confronts the social dynamics leading a nation to rampant expansion and imminent collapse. Praised as "...an all out war on your body, mind, and soul" and "worth 10 orgasms," MANIFEST DESTINY received rave reviews in countless online and printed publications, including a 5 out of 5 in Outburn Magazine. Legends Magazine called it, "An infectious, riveting ensemble... a truly insurmountable sound experience!" And Starvox.net exclaimed, "There is no shortage of excellent production quality and sound nor creative style and talent to be found anywhere on this album. I could not possibly begin to sing enough praise to do Mindless Faith the justice they deserve."
Mindless Faith brings this musical excellence to the stage with intense, dynamic live performances - touring the East coast and performing with Spahn Ranch, Pigface, Switchblade Symphony, Flesh Field, Genitorturers, Godhead, Hanzel und Gretyl, Acumen Nation, Bile and many others. Against a backdrop of synchronous, manipulated video and pulsating lights, Mindless Faith hammers out beats on electronic percussion and metal objects, propelling crowds into a frenzy. Infectious keyboards and guitars meld with powerful vocals to complete the aural assault that continuously expands their devoted fanbase.
They appear on over 16 national/international compilations such as The Unquiet Grave V. 3 (Cleopatra), "Nod's Tacklebox o' Fun" (Reconstriction), and in Europe on "Elektrauma V. 5" (Triton Records), New Forms of EBM V. 1 (Bloodline), Cryonica Tanz V.1 (Cryonica). Their music has also been featured in the movie Sex, Death and Eyeliner(from the producers of "The Prophecy" and "Drive"), several independent films, a CD-ROM for Canon, and MTV's "Road Rules" and "Road Rules/Real World Challenge."
Mindless Faith's third full length CD titled "Momentum" was released in 2004 to North America on Metropolis Records and in Europe on Dependent Records, where it debuted at #7 on the DAC - German Alternative Charts! The CD received rave reviews and the band was featured in all the top European magazines covering these styles of music, including being Sonic Seducer's "Band of the Month!"
"Momentum" has also been a favorite in clubs through North America, Europe, and beyond. While the new CD focuses more on the dance floor, it still retains the diversity and songwriting that separate the band from the rest.
Mindless Faith remixed two Nine Inch Nails songs: 'Only' and 'The Hand That Feeds' from the album 'With Teeth'. They won a number of radio remix contests in doing so, and met Trent Reznor as part of the prize, who said their remix was 'better than some I've paid for'.
2007 saw the release of their latest album 'Medication For The Misinformed', which has garnered much critical praise.
Desert Wind
Mindless Faith Lyrics
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This thick layered prison called the skin
I never asked to be this man
But maybe I did
Maybe I missed my only chance to be...
It seems I'll never know
Just what I could have been
But who cares? And maybe I choose
My thoughts go floating in the air
My feet won't take me anywhere
I think I lost my head somewhere
Along the way
Maybe the wind could make me spin
Maybe it's time to start all over again
In Mindless Faith's song "Desert Wind," the lyrics explore the feeling of being trapped within one's own body and mind. The song begins by describing the sensation of being trapped within one's own skin as a thick, layered prison. The singer expresses a sense of uncertainty about how they ended up in this situation, wondering if they missed their chance to be something else. Despite this uncertainty, they acknowledge that they may not even want to try to change their circumstances and instead feel resigned to their fate.
As the song progresses, the singer describes a sense of detachment from themselves and their surroundings. Their thoughts seem to drift away from them, and they feel like they are unable to move forward in life. However, there is a glimmer of hope offered in the chorus, as the singer suggests that maybe the wind could make them spin and that it might be time to start over again.
Overall, "Desert Wind" is a poignant exploration of the feeling of being trapped and the desire for change. It speaks to a sense of restlessness and a longing to break free from one's own limitations.
Line by Line Meaning
Trapped within these walls
Feeling confined and unable to escape a situation.
This thick layered prison called the skin
Feeling trapped within one's own physical body.
I never asked to be this man
Questioning why one has been born into their current life and identity.
But maybe I did
Speculating that perhaps one's soul chose this life and identity before being born.
Maybe I missed my only chance to be...
Wondering if there was a specific purpose or calling meant for one's life that was missed or ignored.
It seems I'll never know
Feeling uncertain about one's true purpose in life or potential for success.
Just what I could have been
Reflecting on the many different paths and identities one could have taken in life.
But who cares? And maybe I choose
Becoming apathetic towards one's own choices and potential.
To not even try, I'm born to lose
Feeling defeated and destined to fail, regardless of effort.
My thoughts go floating in the air
Feeling disconnected from one's own thoughts and emotions.
My feet won't take me anywhere
Feeling stuck and unable to progress or make meaningful change in one's life.
I think I lost my head somewhere
Feeling confused and unsure about one's own thoughts and identity.
Along the way
Reflecting on a long journey or personal development.
Maybe the wind could make me spin
Wondering if a sudden force or change could jolt one out of their current situation or mindset.
Maybe it's time to start all over again
Contemplating the possibility of a fresh start or a new approach to life.
Contributed by Levi K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.