Six years since their last visit, Clean Bandit returned to Singapore with the same effortless energy that first made fans fall in love with them — and this time, the roar of Formula 1 engines only added to the thrill.
“We can’t believe it’s been six years,” Grace Chatto laughs, backstage at the Singapore Grand Prix 2025. “It feels like yesterday we were here.”
“Yeah, it feels incredible,” adds Molly Fletcher, the band’s violinist. “The energy in the city is beyond. We’re so happy to be back.”
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“There’s no place I’d rather be”
Few acts have fused classical and electronic music as seamlessly as Clean Bandit. From their breakout hit ‘Rather Be’ with Jess Glynne to the euphoric ‘Symphony’ with Zara Larsson, the group has always thrived at the intersection of pop, dance, and orchestral elegance.
So naturally, when asked what their F1 entrance song would be, Grace doesn’t hesitate: “It would have to be ‘Rather Be’ — ‘There’s no place I’d rather be!’”
“Exactly,” Molly chimes in with a grin. “Coming out, going full, like — 100 percent.”
That commitment to going all in has defined their live shows over the years, from Ultra Miami to Glastonbury, where strings meet synths in perfect chaos. Grace recalls one unforgettable moment: “We did this show in Miami with Tiësto, and he wanted us to stand on top of the DJ booth with our violin and cello. The sea of people, the music, the wind — it was epic. We were just fully going for it.”
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“It would be chic AF”
If there’s one thing Clean Bandit knows how to deliver beyond their music, it’s a vibe. When asked to imagine their dream stage aesthetic, both Grace and Molly light up.
“It would be chic,” Grace muses.
“Chic AF,” Molly laughs. “Maybe like a cream colour, beigey, with an iridescent kind of tinge.”
“Like my nails?” Grace teases, holding them up.
“Yes! Like a pearl, pearlescent,” Molly replies. “I love that. Especially at night.”
It’s an exchange that perfectly captures the group’s creative chemistry — part high-concept artistry, part spontaneous fun.
The next chapter
As they prepare for their next era, Clean Bandit are caught between two worlds: the dancefloor-ready bangers fans know them for and the lush, emotional soundscapes that show their depth.
“We’re debating internally at the moment which songs to put on the album,” Grace admits. “We have a lot of up-tempo songs like ‘Tell Me Where U Go’ — that’s much more dancey and vibey in that way. But then ‘Believe’ is more in the ‘Symphony’ vein — beautiful chords, more old-school.”
“I’m battling with Jack [Patterson],” she adds with a grin. “He wants it all to be in the same tempo. Decisions, big decisions.”
Their latest single, ‘Tell Me Where U Go’, leans toward the club side of their catalogue — trancey, euphoric, and built for the night. “It’s definitely going to get people moving,” Grace says.
“We just felt happy immediately”
This latest visit marks Clean Bandit’s third time in Singapore, and the connection with fans remains as strong as ever.
“When we came off the plane yesterday, we just felt happy immediately,” Molly says. “Every time we’re here, it’s such a beautiful experience.”
That warmth extends across Asia, where the trio are embarking on a major regional tour. “We’re about to do a big tour across Asia after this,” Grace shares. “We’re so excited about all of that.”
“Thank you,” Grace smiles. “We love you, all our Singapore fans.”
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