Synopsis
Nine Black Alps perform "Burn Faster" in a direct, high-energy music video built around the band rather than a separate narrative. The camera stays focused on the group as they deliver the song, matching its compact arrangement and forceful guitar sound. The presentation keeps attention on the quartet's live-in-the-room intensity and the contrast between Sam Forrest's vocals and the band's driving instrumental attack. It is a concise performance piece that reflects the band's rough-edged alternative rock identity.
Factoids & Trivia
- "Burn Faster" was released as a single by Island Records on July 23, 2007, ahead of Nine Black Alps' second album, "Love/Hate."
- The song was the first single from "Love/Hate," which followed the band's 2005 debut album, "Everything Is."
- "Love/Hate" was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Dave Sardy, known for his work with Oasis and Jet.
- The album version of "Burn Faster" runs for 2 minutes and 48 seconds, while the circulating music video runs for approximately 2 minutes and 59 seconds.
- The single reached No. 42 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 17 on the Scottish Singles Chart.
- The physical single included different B-sides depending on the format. The CD release included "In & Out of Reach" and a video for "Hillside Story," while one of the 7-inch editions paired the song with "Strangest Feeling."
- The video remains available through the band's official Dailymotion account, alongside clips for songs including "Shot Down," "Not Everyone," "Just Friends," "Unsatisfied," and "Bitter End."