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Chicane - Somersault

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Somersault is the third studio album by Chicane, the recording project of British electronic musician Nick Bracegirdle. Released in 2007 through his Modena Records label, it followed the cancellation of the planned album Easy to Assemble and marked a return after a lengthy gap between Chicane studio albums. The record combines electronic production with vocal tracks and elements associated with Chicane's Balearic and trance-influenced sound.

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Why did it take Chicane so long to release Somersault after Behind the Sun?

Chicane (Nick Bracegirdle) had planned a follow-up called Easy to Assemble in the early 2000s, but it was shelved — reportedly after material leaked and circulated online. That left a roughly seven-year gap between 2000's Behind the Sun and Somersault, which finally arrived in 2007 on his Modena Records label.

Who sings on Chicane's 'Stoned in Love'?

The lead single from Somersault features Tom Jones on vocals, a surprising pairing that became a UK Top 20 hit in 2006. It gave the album a high-profile launch after the cancelled Easy to Assemble project.

Does Somersault sound like Chicane's earlier albums?

It continues the melodic, Balearic trance-pop style of Far from the Maddening Crowds (1997) and Behind the Sun (2000), but with a more song-based feel. If you know 'Saltwater' or 'Don't Give Up' (the Bryan Adams collaboration from Behind the Sun), Somersault sits in the same melodic territory.

Is Somersault Chicane's third album?

Yes, it's the third Chicane studio album, following Far from the Maddening Crowds and Behind the Sun. Later releases include 2010's Giants, which returned Chicane to the UK charts with 'Poppiholla'.

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