Chicane’s debut album ‘Far From The Maddening Crowds’ gets symphonic transformation

Chicane music has long captivated listeners, prompting many to wonder why it isn’t more frequently featured in films. Moreover, fans recognize its depth and nuanced qualities, perfectly suited for visual accompaniment, transcending traditional genre boundaries. Despite already scoring numerous moments over nearly three decades since its release, Chicane now transforms his debut artist album into a symphonic adaptation tailored for cinematic resonance: ‘Far From The Maddening Crowds (Symphony Rehearsals)’.

Transitioning into this reimagined iteration of the 1997 album, Joe Duddell, known for his work with Elbow, James, New Order, Alison Moyet, scores and conducts, shifting the focus to strings and orchestration while retaining the dance essence of the original record. Notably, tracks like ‘Early’ evoke the sensation of awakening after a romantic encounter, ‘Offshore DC’ pulsates with infectious dance rhythms, and ‘Red Skies’ exudes an enigmatic aura. Utilizing real musicians from The Hallé and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, the album authentically captures pure emotion.

Chicane reflects on the journey of revisiting this album for nearly three decades, each time viewing it through a fresh perspective. Moreover, Chicane and his team have been contemplating the concept of refining it into an instrumental adaptation for some time now, and breathing new, unfiltered life into these tracks infuses the work with a deeper significance. As Chicane encourages, listeners should immerse themselves, allowing the music to conjure vivid imagery in their minds.

‘Far From the Maddening Crowd – Symphony Rehearsals’ is now available on Modena Records via Armada Music , marking a transformative chapter in Chicane‘s musical journey.