The Crystal Method is an electronic music act comprising Ken Jordan (who r… Read Full Bio ↴The Crystal Method is an electronic music act comprising Ken Jordan (who retired in 2017) and Scott Kirkland. Formed in 1993, The Crystal Method is the most recent stop in a string of projects that led them from their native Las Vegas (and some forgettable four-track stabs at Vocal jazz music), to the early-'90s L.A. rave scene. Drawn in by its youthful idealism, Jordan and Kirkland became absorbed by L.A.'s underground club culture and began knocking out tracks inspired by their experiences. On the strength of one of their demos, The Crystal Method signed to Steve Melrose and Justin King's City of Angels imprint in 1994, and their debut single, Keep Hope Alive, appeared soon after. The title was in reference to L.A.'s waning rave scene (burdened by constant police pressure and a string of random violent incidents) and became something of an anthem due to the endless barrage of remixes and alternate versions that appeared. The pair's demand to be taken seriously as a band (as opposed to the enforced anonymity of most techno acts, and something of a new concept for American dance producers) extended to incessant live performances, and The Crystal Method's increasing popularity both in the clubs and among radio jocks led to a deal with Geffen affiliate Outpost Recordings in 1996. The group's debut LP, Vegas -- an unabashed party record bathed in acid, funk, rock, and big beat hip-hop -- appeared in mid-1997 and sold very well. The follow-up Tweekend was released four years later, and the duo inaugurated a series of mix albums (Community Service) in 2002. Third album Legion of Boom followed in 2004.

The strength of their debut single Keep Hope Alive - now one of the most-remixed dance tracks - saw them signed to Outpost Recordings. Their debut album Vegas was released in 1997 and achieved significant mainstream success with its blend of electronic, rock and hip-hop influences. A re-working of Trip Like I Do featuring rock band Filter appeared on the soundtrack to the movie Spawn and achieved significant radio airplay.

Their second album, Tweekend, was released in 2001, and featured guest appearances from guitarist Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine, Audioslave) and singer Scott Weiland (Stone Temple Pilots, Velvet Revolver). This was followed in 2002 by a mix CD entitled Community Service. Their third studio album, Legion of Boom, followed in 2004, and Community Service II was released in 2005.

The Crystal Method also wrote the score and produced the soundtrack for the film London (2006). And work has begun on a second movie score, After is its current title.

They had 4 songs on the FIFA '98: Road To World Cup Video Game: More, Now Is The Time, Keep Hope Alive and Busy Child. In 2002 The Crystal Method's single Name of the Game was the theme song and featured in the credits of the hit video game Splinter Cell. Also, the track Born Too Slow appeared in the demo and full version of the game Need for Speed: Underground. The PSX game Nitrous Oxide (N2O) features the Vegas album in its entirety as the soundtrack.

In 2008 they teamed up with Nike to release a compilation album, Drive, featuring a 45 minute seamless mix of some of their most famous songs and remixes. This set, with its constant BPM, was aimed at long distance runners. Drive also features some new tracks.

The Crystal Method also wrote the theme tune to the Fox tv series Bones staring David Boreanaz and Emily Deschanel and it's become a big dance floor hit in the UK.

Their webpage at thecrystalmethod.com/ links to all their info, dates, and social media.

Here on last.fm, the artist TCM is an alias for The Crystal Method. However, there are also tracks as TCM which are not by The Crystal Method, but by the project TCM which stands for Thimbles, Cowboy & Mr. Ladies. This was a project that created intro's, outro's and interludes for the Dutch Turn Up The Bass House Party compilation CD series. See discogs

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The Crystal Method Lyrics

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I know that I don't understand
The way my feelings roam
I've got to look outside again
And wonder where I've gone

I looked into someone's eyes again
And it's been all so long
I never wanted to talk again

I tried to silence you

You keep comin' back again
You keep comin' back some more

And then you come back and roam my mind
You try to make me look good

You know I just didn't have the time
I've never understood

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Crystal Method's song "Vegas" are about confusion and uncertainty in relationships. The singer admits that they don't understand the way their feelings change and shift, and they find themselves questioning their own thoughts and emotions. They want to explore outside of themselves to try and make sense of their inner turmoil, but they can't seem to escape their own mind.

The singer has a history of avoiding conversations and interactions with others, but they find themselves drawn to someone's eyes. However, they are conflicted and attempt to shut them out, but the person keeps returning. The singer expresses frustration at this constant back-and-forth, and they can't seem to figure out what they want or how they feel.

Ultimately, the song reflects the complex and messy nature of human relationships, and how even when we try to shut others out, they have a way of infiltrating our thoughts and emotions. It highlights the difficulty of understanding our own feelings and desires, let alone those of others.

Line by Line Meaning

I know that I don't understand
I am aware that I lack comprehension

The way my feelings roam
My emotions are erratic and unpredictable

I've got to look outside again
I must seek external perspective

And wonder where I've gone
And question my current state

I looked into someone's eyes again
I made eye contact with another person once more

And it's been all so long
And it has been an extended period of time

I never wanted to talk again
I had no desire to communicate further

I tried to silence you
I attempted to make you stop speaking

You keep comin' back again
You repeatedly return to me

You keep comin' back some more
You persist in returning

And then you come back and roam my mind
You revisit my thoughts and occupy them

You try to make me look good
You endeavour to enhance my appearance or reputation

You know I just didn't have the time
You are aware that I did not have sufficient time

I've never understood
I have yet to comprehend

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: KEN JORDAN, SCOTT KIRKLAND, TRUDIE REISS

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