Chase & Status, the powerhouse duo of Saul Milton (Chase) and Will Kennard (Status), have long been at the forefront of the UK electronic music scene. Their dynamic sound, which blends drum and bass with a multitude of genres has earned them widespread acclaim, chart-topping hits, and a reputation as true innovators in UK the music scene.
Their trajectory soared in 2023 with a viral Boiler Room stream, propelling the release of their highly anticipated 10-track LP, “2 Ruff Vol 1”. The album's arrival was heralded by the massive hit single "Baddadan," which spent over 15 weeks in the UK Top 10 and was quickly certified platinum. The infectious track cemented their place as one of the UK’s most beloved acts, and the success was compounded by the release of subsequent singles such as "Liquor & Cigarettes," "Say The Word," and "Selecta." Collaborating with a range of artists, from Stefflon Don and Arrdee to Grammy-winning vocalist Flowdan, “2 Ruff Vol 1” was a passion project that ultimately took the charts by storm, landing at #4 on the UK Albums Chart.
The success of “2 Ruff Vol 1” followed a stellar 2022, during which Chase and Status teamed up with vocalist Becky Hill for the single "Disconnect." The track reached #6 on the UK charts, marking the duo’s fifth single to land in the Top 10. This impressive feat led to the duo winning their first-ever BRIT Award for ‘Producer of the Year,’ culminating in a high-energy, viral performance with Becky Hill at the prestigious ceremony.
The year 2024 marked another major milestone in their career - their collaboration with Stormzy, "Backbone," became their first-ever UK Number One, fueled by a viral surprise performance from Stormzy - fresh from a wedding - to 45,000 people during their sold out live show at Milton Keynes Bowl. The track, which dominated the charts for two weeks, kept heavyweights like Billie Eilish and Charli XCX at bay, solidifying Chase and Status’s place at the pinnacle of the UK music scene.
Off the back of their biggest live show to date, the duo have gone to sell out their UK arena tour for 2025. Not only was it the fastest ever selling electronic show at the o2 Arena, but it is also the biggest electronic UK arena tour.
Chase and Status’s creative output continued to impress with “What Came Before”, their sixth studio album. Released in late 2023, the album charted at #4 and showcased 13 tracks that distilled 15 years of musical evolution into a bold and invigorating record. The album captures the essence of their journey, from global tours and sold-out headline shows to their unique ability to blend underground kudos with chart success. The album’s energy was both a nod to their roots and a look ahead, reflecting the duo's relentless drive to innovate and push boundaries.
In 2019 they unveiled ‘RTRN II JUNGLE’, a cultural movement which celebrated 15 years of the duo, paying homage to the music and culture that inspired Will and Saul to set off on their path to glory back in the mid-nineties. The album ended up sparking a jungle revival in the UK, reigniting the movement with packed out headline shows at Drumsheds, Boomtown, SW4, Parklife, Love Saves The Day and many more.
Going back to the beginning, when Will and Saul appeared in 2003 they excelled on the DnB underground with a series of well-received EPs and support from the scene’s top tier, including luminaries such as Fabio & Grooverider, Zinc and Andy C who signed their first LP, ‘More Than A Lot’, to his iconic independent label Ram Records in 2008 which went gold within three months of release. Three years later their follow-up ‘No More Idols’ pushed them into the mainstream domain with chart successes including their Top 5 hit ‘Blind Faith’ (with Liam Bailey) and ‘End Credits’ featuring Plan B. While the album itself was the second best-selling LP by a British band in 2011, hitting No.2 in the UK album charts and certified double Platinum with over 850,000 copies sold to date. That year they were also nominated in the Best Band category at the prestigious Brit awards, picking up the gong for Best Video (for ‘End Credits’) at the Q Awards and NME Awards.
Besides their own music, the duo have been involved with production for superstars like Rihanna - who credited the duo with being intrinsic to her 2009 LP ‘Rated R’. After being signed to Roc Nation for four years, between 2011 and 2015, they produced three Rihanna albums – Rated R; Talk That Talk and Unapologetic. They were the first UK artists to have American rapper Snoop Dogg on a dubstep track. Plus, they produced Rita Ora’s No.1 UK hit ‘RIP’, Dizzee Rascal’s ‘Sirens’, and contributed to the soundtrack for British gangster movie Harry Brown, starring Michael Caine. They’ve also remixed drum’n’bass classics ‘Original Nuttah’ by Shy FX and UK Apachi, and Origin Unknown’s timeless ‘Valley of the Shadows’, as well as high-profile acts such as Jay-Z, for whom they reworked ‘D.O.A. (Death Of Auto-Tune)’ from his album Blueprint 3.
With over 2 billion global streams to their name, Chase and Status have become a mainstay in electronic music, with a reputation that continues to grow. Their music is ever-evolving, each new release reflecting their dedication to both staying true to their roots and pushing forward into new territory. As pioneers of UK dance music, they show no signs of slowing down—constantly regenerating, refining, and breaking new ground. The duo's influence on the UK music landscape remains undeniable, and their future is as bright as ever.
