The Faint, an American indie rock band from Omaha, Nebraska, was formed in 1995.
The original lineup included Clark Baechle, Todd Fink, and Joel Petersen.
Initially known as Norman Bailer, the band featured Conor Oberst of Bright Eyes
before he left shortly after their formation. Their early releases on Saddle
Creek Records did not achieve widespread success. In 1999, they released
Blank-Wave Arcade, which gained underground popularity due to its dance
influences. This was followed by Danse Macabre (2001) and Wet from Birth (2004).
In 2008, the band left Saddle Creek Records and ...