Is Giants a good place to start with Chicane?

Yes, Giants is recommended as a starting point for new Chicane listeners. A lush blend of melodic electronica layered with atmospheric textures and rhythmic intricacies. By the time Chicane released Giants in 2010, he was already an established figure in the electronic music scene, known for hits like 'Saltwater' and 'Offshore'. This album marked his fourth studio effort and followed a hiatus after the release of his previous album, Simple Things, in 2005, showcasing a matured sound while retaining his signature style.

Giants works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Giants?

Giants has 13 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.

Giants

Chicane · 2010

72 min · 13 tracks · electronica

A lush blend of melodic electronica layered with atmospheric textures and rhythmic intricacies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Barefoot Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Giants — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic essence, combining rich instrumentation with emotive melodies that reflect personal introspection and grandeur.
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Poppiholla — This track stands out for its infectious energy and catchy hook, becoming one of Chicane's most recognized songs and a staple in dance music playlists.
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Come Back — With its soaring vocals and poignant lyrics, this track showcases Chicane's ability to blend emotional depth with uplifting production, making it a highlight on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

55 /100

Foothills

Higher than 45% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid composition and craft with cohesive flow, though it doesn't stand out significantly in the genre.

What we noticed

The album features long, atmospheric tracks that often build gradually, layering melodic elements over intricate rhythmic patterns.
Several tracks incorporate repeated motifs that evolve throughout their duration, creating a sense of continuity and flow.
The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and textures.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, immersive listening sessions
atmospheric background focus
dynamic emotional journeys
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Reaffirms Chicane's presence in electronic music, showcasing continued creativity.
Career context: By the time Chicane released Giants in 2010, he was already an established figure in the electronic music scene, known for hits like 'Saltwater' and 'Offshore'. This album marked his fourth studio effort and followed a hiatus after the release of his previous album, Simple Things, in 2005, showcasing a matured sound while retaining his signature style.
Stylistic neighbors: BT· Above & Beyond· Solarstone