‘What Came Before’Last month, Chase and Status returned to the limelight unveiling their chart-scaling and ethereal new single ‘Mixed Emotions,’ a song which they went on to perform at a sold-out headline album launch show at KOKO, Radio One’s Big Weekend, and a plethora of sensational live events, including their forthcoming London headline live set at Electric City.
‘Mixed Emotions’ followed the hard-hitting and trailblazing singles ‘When It Rains’ feat. BackRoad Gee, complete with a Jack McMullen starring, Hector Dockrill-directed cinematic visual, and the addictive smash ‘Don’t Be Scared’ feat. Takura. Today, the duo has reached the release of their sixth studio album, ‘What Came Before.’ Created by Crown & Owls, the accompanying artwork captures a truly special and magnetic live moment; a pure moment of rave energy with no technology to skew the view.
Consisting of 13 tracks, ‘What Came Before’ distills 15 years of unparalleled experiences into a bold, invigorating sixth album; informed by global tours, sold-out headline shows, five albums, multiple awards, chart success, underground kudos, top-tier collaborations, and remixes, and, above all else, that unwavering dance floor energy that remains as tangible and transformative now as it has since the very beginning.
This pure, unadulterated exhilaration is the glue that binds all of these experiences together, cultivating a legacy of positive vibes, unforgettable moments, and the continued progression of British club culture. For trailblazers Chase and Status, the story is cyclical – a constant process of regeneration and refinement that comes full circle. Everything that came before, from their inception point to now, has brought them back to their essence.
Landing in the wake of their critically acclaimed specialist album ‘Rtrn II Jungle,’ and just ahead of their headlining Parklife festival this Summer, Chase and Status’ musical return has never been more highly anticipated. For more on the love plot visit: whatcamebefore.net.
‘What Came Before’ marks the inception point for the duo’s next phase; while on forced hiatus during the lockdown, they also went back to square one with their live show. With ‘What Came Before’ Chase & Status prepare to embark on the next chapter of their illustrious career as a seasoned act ignited by the same excitement and anticipation that was present back when they first arrived.
‘What Came Before’ tracklist:
01. Don’t Be Scared (feat. Takura)
02. Go
03. Censor (feat. Popcaan & IRAH)
04. Mixed Emotions
05. Over & Done (feat. Pip Millett)
06. Run Up (feat. Unknown T)
07. 5AM
08. Headtop (feat. IRAH)
09. When It Rains (feat. BackRoad Gee)
10. Hold Your Ground (feat. Ethan Holt)
11. Blazer (feat. IRAH)
12. Consciousness
13. Forgive Dark