Clean Bandit, founded by Jack Patterson, Sebastian Gainsborough, and Fred Ball, had already gained a reputation for their eclectic sound with their debut album, "Newlong". However, with "Rather Be", they aimed to push the boundaries even further. The album's title track, featuring vocals from Jamaican artist Sean Paul, was the first single and set the tone for the rest of the record. Inspired by the likes of classical music, jazz, and pop, Clean Bandit crafted an album that was both experimental and accessible.

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The production on "Rather Be" is noteworthy for its emphasis on live instrumentation, particularly the use of orchestral elements. Patterson and Gainsborough drew inspiration from classical music, incorporating strings, woodwinds, and percussion to create a rich, layered sound. This approach, combined with their electronic production skills, resulted in an album that was both timeless and contemporary.

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