The track became a "Stoke Newington Thursday night basement classic" and a fixture at A Love From Outer Space (ALFOS) parties hosted by the late Andrew Weatherall and Sean Johnston. Release Details
Frequently categorized as House, Dub, or Synth-pop , the track is characterized by its 109 BPM tempo and a deep, driving bassline. Bell X1 - Flame (Chicken Lips Remix)
The Slow-Burn Standard: Bell X1’s "Flame (Chicken Lips Remix)" The track became a "Stoke Newington Thursday night
Paul Noonan’s warm, breathy vocals—specifically the lyrics about toasting marshmallows —take on a hypnotic quality when paired with the remix’s minimalist percussion. First appearing on Island Records as a 12"
First appearing on Island Records as a 12" vinyl promo in early 2006, the remix has seen several iterations and re-releases. Information Bell X1 (Remixed by Chicken Lips ) Label Island Records / Wonk Productions Primary Genre Indie Dance / Balearic / House Key/Tempo Db Minor / 109 BPM Release Year 2006 (Promo) / 2010 (Digital)
While the original version of "Flame," taken from the 2005 album Flock , is an emotive indie-pop track, the (sometimes titled the "Chicken Lips Version") reimagines it as a six-minute indie-dance journey. Produced by the duo of Andrew Meecham and Dean Meredith , the remix strips away the rock production in favor of a sleazy, cosmic groove .