Chicane (recording artist)

Chicane is the name used by UK-based DJ's and record producers Nick Bracegirdle and Ray 'Madman' Hedges.

Related Topics:
UK - DJ - Record producer

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Chicane are known for the singles "Offshore", an Ibiza anthem included in thousands of compilations in both chill-out and dance form, "Saltwater", which featured vocals by Clannad member Máire Brennan, "Autumn Tactics" and especially the #1 smash hit "Don't Give Up", which features vocals by Bryan Adams. Their other hits include the fast-paced "Halcyon", and the dance melody "Love on the Run" featuring the vocals of Peter Cunnah of D:Ream fame.

Related Topics:
Ibiza - Anthem - Clannad - Máire Brennan - Bryan Adams - Peter Cunnah

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Chicane have also done a number of remixes for artists such as Everything But The Girl, Billie Ray Martin, Bryan Adams and Enigma.

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Everything But The Girl - Billie Ray Martin - Enigma

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Bracegirdle has also worked as a producer for Bryan Adams and Cher on her album Living Proof. He also composed the music for PlayStation's game Formula One.

Related Topics:
Cher - Living Proof - PlayStation - Formula One

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Chicane usually work in the studio with another producer. Some of their first productions, such as "Offshore", were made with the help of Leo Elstob.

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Nick Bracegirdle usually works alone under the alias Disco Citizens, whose tracks have a stronger progressive house feel, without any vocals, and so this project doesn't get the same airplay as the more radio-friendly Chicane. Working with singer Vanessa Quinones and producer Mr. Joshua, Bracegirdle was part of the Mr. Joshua Presents Espiritu project, known for the song "In Praise of the Sun", released with both English and French vocals.

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