Who Is Chicane (musician)? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Born on February 28, 1971, Chicane, whose real name is Nicholas Bracegirdle, is currently 54 years old. He first gained prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s, primarily known for his melodic trance-infused tracks. Chicane's musical journey began with his breakout hit "Offshore," which solidified his status in the electronic music scene. His Wikipedia page offers detailed insights into his extensive career, discography, and contributions to the industry.
| Occupation | Songwriter |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | February 28, 1971 |
| Age | 54 Years |
| Birth Place | N/A |
| Horoscope | Pisces |
| Country |
Popularity
Chicane (musician)'s Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Chicane stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm). While specific details about his weight remain private, Chicane maintains a healthy lifestyle, which reflects his commitment to both his music and personal well-being. His body measurements are not widely discussed, as he prefers to focus on his artistry rather than his physical appearance.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Chicane has chosen to keep details about his personal life, including his relationships, relatively private. He is known to have been in relationships throughout his career; however, specific details regarding a current boyfriend or girlfriend remain undisclosed. This aspect of his life mirrors his preference to maintain a balance between his public persona and private existence.
Far from the Maddening Crowds and Behind the Sun were both primarily recorded at Chicane's personal recording studio, Modena One (sharing the name of his own record label), located at his parents' house. Co-producers who worked on these albums are Leo Elstob, Salt Tank, Ray "Madman" Hedges, and Martin Brannigan.
Tomski was commissioned to program the opening tracks ("Early" and "Overture") on both albums and contributed snippets and sounds to other tracks. However, Bracegirdle has stated that he works alone when in his own studio.
Recently, references to a studio called "Modena 2" have appeared in liner notes since the April 2006 release of the "Stoned in Love" single.
Net Worth and Salary
Chicane's net worth is estimated to be in the range of $10 million to $15 million as of 2025. His earnings primarily stem from his successful music career, including album sales, live performances, and royalties from his extensive catalog. Additionally, Chicane’s involvement in various business ventures and collaborations within the music industry has contributed to his considerable wealth.
Career, Business, and Investments
Chicane's career has been marked by several chart-topping hits and critically acclaimed albums. With standout projects such as "Behind the Sun," "Far From the Sun," and numerous singles that have resonated in dance clubs globally, he has remained a prominent figure in the electronic music genre. Beyond music production, Chicane has ventured into investment opportunities, particularly in technology and music-related startups, showcasing his ability to navigate the business side of the industry effectively.
After producing a radio remix of Bryan Adams's "Cloud Number Nine", Bracegirdle offered Adams the vocal position on the song "Don't Give Up". The vocals Adams recorded were subsequently heavily processed through a vocoder so as to play down his rock music vocal style.
The vocal credit was initially not publicised when the single was sent to Pete Tong's BBC Radio 1 program Essential Selection. On the show, Tong made the song his first "Essential New Tune" selection of the new millennium. It was also Chicane's biggest hit, debuting at No. 1 on the UK charts (and notably replacing "American Pie", Madonna's No.
1 single of the previous week), reached No. 3 on the US dance chart and No. 1 on Australian and Russian charts, and made other charts across Europe as well.
Social Network
Chicane actively engages with his fans via social media platforms, where he shares updates about his projects, musical inspirations, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of his life. You can connect with him on:
The first official word on Chicane's fourth studio album, Giants, came in January through his Facebook artist profile. "Come Back", the first single in connection with the new album, is a rework of the Paul Young 1980s hit "Come Back and Stay" and came with a remix by Riley & Durrant. The single was released on 25 April.
The same month a new track, "Barefoot", was added to Chicane's website. A laidback, Baleric-style tune, it proved popular with listeners awaiting the new album. This was followed by the track "Titles".
Education
Chicane's formal education details are not extensively documented; however, his background in music and technology has played a significant role in shaping his career. It's evident that his passion for music and production techniques could have stemmed from early experiences rather than traditional academic training.
Bracegirdle's first release was the four track EP Cyanide Music Volume One in 1996. This contained music styles varying from deep house to trip hop and nu-disco. This was released the Cyanide record label and was a little known precursor to "Offshore".
The Cyanide label then released Offshore EP #1, which contained the original version of "Offshore" as well three other tracks, again of varying styles. Eventually Bracegirdle founded his own record label Modena Records, which holds the rights to all his songs and licenses them to other labels for release and distribution.
A partnership with Leo Elstob produced the first Disco Citizens single, "Right Here Right Now", in 1995, as well as the first Chicane single, "Offshore", in 1996.
"Offshore" would be the first of Chicane's many releases on Edel UK Records and independent UK dance music record label Xtravaganza Recordings, then-newly founded by DJ and Bracegirdle's college friend Alex Gold. It reached No. 12 on the UK Singles Chart (and No.
1 on other UK-based charts compiled by Mixmag, Record Mirror, and others), the top 40 in multiple European countries, and No. 5 on the US Billboard Hot Dance Music/Club Play charts in 1997 upon re-release.
Its inclusion on numerous Ibiza-themed trance music compilation albums (such as Café del Mar) attest to its popularity in the nightclubs on the island, one of the worldwide epicentres of dance music.
