The distinctive, synth-driven sound that brought The Faint to wide acclaim first surfaced on 1999’s Blank-Wave Arcade. The album was raw and daring, striking its own chord between early synth-pop pioneers (The Human League, New Order) and more recent heroes like Fugazi and Sonic Youth.

Twenty-five years removed from its release, The Faint are returning to announce a reissue of Blank-Wave Arcade. The reissue includes the original release – meticulously remastered for vinyl from the original tapes by Justin Shturtz at Sterling Sound – a new remix from the band, remixes from the era, live tracks, and a rarity previously only available on an out of print 7.
With new music and a 2025 tour on the horizon, The Faints spirit remains fierce, their music offering a much needed respite from the soulless information age. And while the world has changed, The Faints invitation remains the same: sweat, move, and live fully in the moment.

Format / LP
Released /03/14/2025
Catalogue /LBJ-388X
Barcode /648401038811
Artist /The Faint
Label /Saddle Creek
Genre /Pop / Rock