Far from the Maddening Crowds
Chicane · 1997
72 min · 11 tracks · electronica
Ethereal melodies intertwine with driving beats, creating a transportive experience that defines late '90s electronica.
Why this album works
'Far from the Maddening Crowds' is significant for its chart success, peaking at number 14 on the UK Albums Chart, and is credited with helping to popularize the progressive house sound. The album's lead single, 'Offshore,' became an enduring classic in the electronic genre, influencing countless artists and contributing to the rise of chill-out music in mainstream culture.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Far from the Maddening Crowds' was Chicane's debut album, establishing him as a key player in the UK electronica scene. At this point, Chicane had already gained some recognition through his single 'Offshore,' which served as a precursor to the full-length release and showcased his talent for blending ambient sounds with trance influences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Early 4:18
- 2 Already There Standout 2:55
- 3 Offshore (original mix) 6:48
- 4 Lost You Somewhere 8:27
- 5 From Blue to Green 5:51
- 6 Sunstroke (Disco Citizens remix) 9:06
- 7 Leaving Town 5:59
- 8 Red Skies Standout 7:37
- 9 Sunstroke (original mix) 6:18
- 10 Offshore ’97 9:12
- 11 The Drive Home 6:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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