"Filth and Dreams" is the seventh studio album by British pop group, Swing Out Sister. Released in March 1999, it marked a significant departure from their traditional lush pop sound, instead opting for a more experimental, electronic and dance-oriented sound.
The album itself is noteworthy for its mature, sophisticated approach to dance-pop. Despite the drastic directional shift, Swing Out Sister's affinity for melody and careful composition remains intact as they transition into a more contemporary oeuvre.
"Filth and Dreams" is a unique chapter in the band's trajectory, and as such, it's not necessarily representative of their typical output. However, its variety and avant-garde spirit perfectly exemplify the group's willingness to continually evolve and experiment. The album managed to reach 6th place on the Japanese Oricon Albums Chart.
The trio for this album included original members Corinne Drewery and Andy Connell, along with outside collaborators. Despite the mixed responses from the critics and being less known in their home country, the UK, the album saw successful chart performances in Japan, a country that wholeheartedly embraced Swing Out Sister's stylistic evolution.
