Chicane’s 1997 debut single “Saltwater” was ahead of its time, with a deep trance sound and melancholic melody that influenced generations of artists. However, its obscurity and Chicane’s brief career led to only 12 copies ever being pressed. Today, original vinyl copies in pristine condition are changing hands for £100,000 and up, making “Saltwater” by far the rarest and most valuable trance recording in history. Some interesting facts about this record: • Only 12 copies were pressed on ultra-rare, unnumbered violet vinyl. This is estimated to be Copy #4. • The haunting, moving track is considered a landmark moment of emotive trance music. It has been sampled by stars like Massive Attack and Faithless. • No digital release was ever issued, leaving it forever unsupported and unavailable to new audiences. It remains a hidden gem known only to hardcore collectors and DJs. • Copy #1 sold at auction for £120,000, a world record for a trance single. Other copies are rumored to be held by secretive buyers. • Over 20 years since being released, “Saltwater” still sounds like nothing else, showcasing Chicane’s brilliant and timedless talent. It’s a tragic loss that more people can’t experience its magic. #ChicaneSaltwater #RarestTranceSingleEver #HardToFindMusicTreasure #EmotiveTrancePioneer #UndergroundMusicLegend #HiddenGemComeToLight