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Label: Sony BMG Music UK / Cheeky Records – G0100004304411
Format: CD. Vinyl, Digital
Released: 2004
Style: Wet&Hard, Progressive House
Faithless – I Want More (Faith Not Fear Mix)
Faithless was one of the defining influences of my early years in electronic music. They managed to create tracks that were commercially successful without ever compromising on depth or quality. Among them, Sister Bliss stood out to me – a truly remarkable producer, musician, and DJ who brought authenticity to every performance. Our paths often crossed on the UK circuit – whether it was at Turnmills or major festivals, we shared DJ booths, exchanged music, and respected each other’s creative spaces. So, when the request came in 2004 to remix Faithless‘ “I Want More,” I was both honored and excited. It wasn’t just another remix project; it was a chance to work on a track from artists I admired deeply.
The Crazy Story Behind the Remix
At the time, I was diving into new production software – Ableton Live, still in its third version. It was Jan Kessler who introduced me to a cracked demo version of the software. I was instantly captivated by its intuitive interface and the creative freedom it allowed. The timing seemed perfect when the remix request from Faithless landed on my desk. I decided to take a bold step and produce the entire remix within Ableton. I was still learning the ins and outs of the software, but the creative possibilities were too enticing to pass up. The project flowed smoothly until the very last moment – right when I was about to render the final mix, disaster struck. The demo version expired without warning, and everything came to a halt. Panic set in. My initial reaction was pure chaos. I grabbed the phone and called Ableton’s office in Prenzlauer Berg. By then, it was well past 6 PM, and they were officially closed. Thankfully, a staff member was working late and agreed to help me out. I raced to the office, purchased the full version of Ableton, installed it on the spot, and rendered the remix that same evening. It was a frantic race against time, but the relief when the final version saved was unparalleled.
The remix was accepted and later appeared on the single release of Faithless’ “I Want More.” For me, that summer of 2004 became inseparably linked with the LP. Despite the rainy Berlin weather, the windows were always open, warm air streaming in as we played the album on repeat. “I Want More (Faith Not Fair Remix)” became the soundtrack to a summer filled with energy, unpredictability, and a sense of raw achievement.
The remix was far from perfect, but it embodied the spirit of Berlin – unpolished yet authentic, filled with the drive and spontaneity that defines the city’s electronic music scene. It was a milestone that taught me the value of improvisation, creativity, and trusting the process, even when things seemed to be falling apart.
