Maxi Jazz: Last News

Faithless have shared their synth-soaked new single ‘Peace & Noise’ – tune in below.The UK dance pioneers have today (March 21) shared a powerful new house cut, ‘Peace and Noise’, featuring spoken-word artist Suli Breaks.The track marks their first new music of 2025 and follows recent singles ‘Find A Way’ and ‘I’m Not Alone (Rest Well Maxwell)’. It also follows a whirlwind 12 months of live shows, including a European tour and a Glastonbury slot.Discussing the latest song in a press release, the band said: “Suli Breaks was a star on our last album and here again he provides lyrical content that is both prosaic and profound, deepening the funky rowdiness of this track, which, in itself, is a little gem to warm everyone up for the warmth and genius of the forthcoming album, Champion Sound.”Last year, Faithless announced their eighth album ‘Champion Sound’, although no release date has yet been confirmed.After announcing the upcoming album with the lead single ‘Find A Way‘, ‘I’m Not Alone’ marked their first new music since 2020’s ‘All Blessed’, as well their first release since the passing of frontman Maxi Jazz back in December 2022.Last year, Sister Bliss spoke to NME about the next album, which at the time, she and the band were still working on.

Faithless spoken to NME about new single ‘I’m Not Alone’ – a tribute to late singer Maxi Jazz – as well as being in a “hugely creative mode” for their next album, ‘Champion Sound’.After announcing new album ‘Champion Sound’ with the lead single ‘Find A Way‘, the recently-released new track marks the dance pioneers’ first new music since 2020’s ‘All Blessed’ and their first release since the passing of frontman Maxi Jazz back in December 2022.‘I’m Not Alone (Rest Well Maxwell)’ features one of Jazz’s closest friends, Leeds-based artist LSK, who has featured on all of Faithless’ albums and toured with the band.“We wanted to create a track that hit the sweet spot in the rave, between melancholic and euphoric,” said band member Rollo. “The result was ‘I’m Not Alone (Rest Well Maxwell)’, a tribute to some of the greats who have passed, including Maxi himself”.Talking about the band’s recent live dates – which included stops across Europe, one at Glastonbury, an acclaimed Wilderness set, and a headline show at London’s Roundhouse on what would have been Jazz’s birthday, Sister Bliss said: “It’s been emotional and a gift.

Faithless have released an emotional new single ‘I’m Not Alone (Rest Well Maxwell)’, a tribute to former member Maxi Jazz, who passed away in 2022.The new track, released Friday (August 30) via ADA, coincides with the 26th anniversary of the group’s worldwide dance hit ‘God Is A DJ,’ which was featured on their second studio album, 1998’s ‘Sunday 8PM’.Featuring vocals from longtime Leeds-based collaborator LSK, the track is described as “a paen to some of the greats who have passed”, including their iconic frontman Jazz.“We can’t wait to play this one live for you,” Faithless write in an Instagram post.Earlier this summer, Faithless released another new single titled ‘Find A Way,’ featuring Suli Breaks, which will also appear on their upcoming eighth album, ‘Champion Sound’.Back in April, the group hinted that new music was on the way via their social media accounts. “As many of you have noticed, we’re back…Some shows have already been announced but we couldn’t start the summer without a little personal note.

Faithless have announced their eighth album ‘Champion Sound’ and have shared its funky lead single ‘Find A Way’.Teaming up with acclaimed poet Suli Breaks on vocals, ‘Find A Way’ features a bumping beat and keys with Breaks singing: “Our days will never be complete without your honest smiles / We can find a way”. The track marks the group’s first new music since 2020’s ‘All Blessed’. It also marks their first release since the passing of former frontman Maxi Jazz back in December 2022.

Faithless have announced their return to the live stage after eight years, and teased that new music is on the way. Check out the newly announced shows below.Announced today (April 19), the band have announced a new run of live shows, set to take place across the UK and Europe later this summer.

Faithless have issued a statement about their return, promising fans that new music and “special” live shows are on the way.The band announced their return to the stage recently, lining up their first run of performances since the death of founding member Maxi Jazz.Real name Maxwell Fraser, Maxi Jazz sang, played guitar and produced in the band, and died on December 24, 2022 at the age of 65. He fronted the band from its inception in 1995 until its breakup in 2011.

Faithless‘ Sister Bliss has returned with details of a new solo single – ‘Life Is A Melody’ is out this week.The song, a collaboration with Hyacinth & Apollo, is the first new material to come from the Faithless camp since the passing of legendary singer Maxi Jazz at age 65 just before Christmas last year.Discussing the inspiration behind the new track and how it came together, Sister Bliss said: “It all started in a South London basement – I first saw Hyacinth & Apollo aka Grammy winner Jinadu & DJ/ producer Jem Haynes perform at a private gig in London I was DJing at – their live set totally blew me away”.“Following the liberating feeling of playing a huge number of festivals over the summer after multiple postponements due to the pandemic, I wanted to encapsulate that feeling of euphoria and intensity of being back on the road, and the power of music to bring us together once again,” she added.“I was inspired to reach out to Hyacinth & Apollo and when we got together to create ‘Life Is A Melody’ the alchemy was tangible.“Pre-save the new track ahead of its release on Friday (March 17) here.Maxi Jazz “died peacefully in his sleep” last December, his former bandmates confirmed in a post on social media.

Faithless frontman Maxi Jazz has been unveiled in Crystal Palace.The singer “died peacefully in his sleep” last December, his former bandmates confirmed in a post on social media. He was 65 years old.

Faithless fans were left heartbroken after the death of former frontman Maxi Jazz was announced on Christmas Eve.

Faithless singer Maxi Jazz has died aged 65.