The UK release of Alex Clare’s 2011 single "Too Close," built on a sample of Major Lazer’s “Pon De Floor,” became a surprise transatlantic hit. The track’s distinctive sound and Clare’s vocal performance found a massive audience, peaking at number one in several countries.
- "Too Close" samples "Pon De Floor" by Major Lazer, produced by Diplo and Switch.
- The single was officially released on 2011-04-15 by Universal-Island Records Ltd.
- Alex Clare's debut album, The Lateness of the World, was released in 2011.
Alex Clare is a British singer and songwriter known for his genre-bending blend of soul, folk, and electronic music. In 2011, he released the single "Too Close," which marked a significant moment in his burgeoning career.
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