Crimewave

Crystal Castles

About Crimewave

"Crimewave" is a song performed by Canadian experimental band Crystal Castles and American noise rock band Health from Crystal Castles' self-titled debut album. The song acts as both Crystal Castles and Health's debut singles in addition to being the first single from the album Crystal Castles. It was first released on August 13, 2007 by Trouble Records, accompanied by the B-side "XxzxcuZx Me". The song is a re-working of the Health original track of the same name written by the band members of Health for their self-entitled debut album. It was re-written by Ethan Kath of Crystal Castles. Kath also produced the re-worked track. The song contains prominent electro and chiptune musical characteristics. The track consists of only three lyric lines and has been said to tell a story about the sadness and ennui one might experience when locked inside a Pac-Man maze for eternity."Crimewave" achieved critical praise from most contemporary music critics. Critics complimented the song's originality and emotion it brought to the electronic music scene. The single was accompanied by a music video upon its re-release in 2008. The track was performed by Crystal Castles at  


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2008
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Eyes lit
I want short breaths
I found dark eye lids
Nice breasts
Like the summer into rough hands

Eyes lit
I want short breaths
I found dark eyelids
Nice breasts
Like the summer into rough hands

Eyes lit
I want short breaths
I found dark eyelids
Nice breasts
Like the summer into rough hands

Eyes lit
I want short breaths
I found dark eye lids
Nice breasts
Like the summer into rough hands

Eyes lit
I want short breaths
I found dark eye lids
Nice breasts
Like the summer into rough hands

Eyes lit
I want short breaths
I found dark eye lids
Nice breasts
Like the summer into rough hands

Eyes lit
I want short breaths
I found dark eye lids
Nice breasts
Like the summer into rough hands

Eyes lit
I want short breaths
I found dark eye lids
Nice breasts
Like the summer into rough hands

Eyes lit
I want short breaths
I found dark eye lids
Nice breasts
Like the summer into rough hands

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On short breaths
From dark lids
Firm nice breasts
Up the summer into rough hands

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Crystal Castles

Crystal Castles is a Canadian electronic experimental band formed in 2004 in Toronto consisting of producer Ethan Kath and vocalist Alice Glass. The duo is known for their chaotic live shows and lo-fi melancholic homemade productions. They released many limited vinyl EPs between 2006 and 2007. more »

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Written by: Alice Glass, Ethan Kath

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12 facts about this song

Collaboration
"Crimewave" is a collaborative track between the electronic band Crystal Castles and experimental noise-rock band HEALTH.
Release History
The song was initially released as a single on Crystal Castles' self-titled debut studio album in 2007. Health's original version was first released on their self-titled album earlier that same year.
Genre
This song encompasses genres like synthpop, new rave, bitpop, and chiptune, showcasing the unique crossover of electronic and noise rock styles.
Chart Success
"Crimewave" was the first Crystal Castles song to chart on the UK Singles Chart, reaching number nine on the UK Indie Chart and number 57 on the UK Singles Chart.
Album Success
The Crystal Castles' debut album, housing the "Crimewave" track, was critically acclaimed and has been noted for its distinct and groundbreaking sound.
Unique Style
"Crimewave" is known for its blend of 8-bit chiptune synth lines with a hard-hitting blend of glitchy electronics and aggressive vocals, making it quite memorable and distinct.
Music Video
The music video for "Crimewave" has a low-fidelity, abstract visual style that aligns with the band's unique audio characteristics.
Remixes
The Crystal Castles version is technically a remix of the original HEALTH's "Crimewave" track, and it has been remixed several other times by different artists.
Critical Reception
"Crimewave" was well-received by music critics, with many praising the innovative production and creative fusion of disparate genres.
Live Performances
Both bands have performed "Crimewave" at numerous live shows, enhancing their energetic sets with this manic, crowd-favorite track.
Influence
The distinctive sound of "Crimewave" has been influential within the electronic music scene, serving as a precedent for the Crystal Castles' further music experimentation.
Band Conflict
Despite the song's success, it sparked a conflict between HEALTH and Crystal Castles with allegations from HEALTH that they were not properly credited for their work.

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