"The Space Between Us" is an album by Scottish composer Craig Armstrong, released in 1997. Highly regarded in the realm of film music, Armstrong had worked on numerous soundtracks before releasing this debut solo studio album, infusing that cinematic feel into the compilation. The album crosses various genres, blending electronic music with classical in an exuberant mix.
"The Space Between Us" is enriched by collaborations with different artists. It features the distinctive solo vocals of fellow Scot Elizabeth Fraser, known for being the lead singer of the Cocteau Twins, on the song "This Love", as well as a duet with Paul Buchanan of The Blue Nile on "Let's Go Out Tonight". Other guest artists on the album also include the London Session Orchestra and Swara.
Armstrong's ability to intertwine classical music influences with modern technologies and sounds resulted in a deeply emotional and evocative output. From delicate solo piano to sweeping orchestral arrangements, the album manages to achieve a dramatic yet intimate tone throughout.
The album proved to be both critically and commercially successful, making Armstrong a sort-after collaborator in the music industry. It has since become a vital work in Armstrong's deeply influential career. Its notable uses include in both television and film soundtracks, and stand-out songs such as "Weather Storm" have proven particularly popular.
In conclusion, "The Space Between Us" is a seminal album that showcases Craig Armstrong's exquisite blending of the cinematic and the personal, classical and contemporary, to create an immersive musical experience.
