Good afternoon, today I want to talk to you about the group The Chemical Brothers, who are not like Prodigy but they are not far behind either. To start with their story we have to go back a few years to the 70s in London, England. Ed Simons was a boy with a great interest in music, but mainly the genre that he liked to pursue his career as a producer was hip hop and from then on he also had other great interests that would influence him.
At the University of Manchester is where he would meet his partner where they would immerse themselves in the music scene as "The Dust Brothers." But that name was already registered and that same band warned him that if they did not change it they would report them to the authorities, that is when he changed the name from "The Dust Brothers" to "The Chemical Brothers."
Expansion and International Success
Exit Planet Dust (1995)
- And finally they made their first album with a very particular style mixing breakbeat, house, techno, with experimental sounds.
Featured songs
"Chemical Beats,"
"Leave Home"
Dig Your Own Hole (1997)
- With this album, The Chemical Brothers established themselves on the global scene. With the collaboration of Noel Gallagher of Oasis, they led the duo to success on international charts. This album is often considered one of the best electronic music works of the 90s.
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- Block Rockin' Beats
- Setting Sun
Surrender (1999)
- And this album was the one that made people like me know him.
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- "Hey Boy Hey Girl"
Come with Us (2002)
- An album that combines his signature big beat style with a more melodic and experimental approach.
Featured songs
- "Star Guitar"
- "The Test"
Push the Button (2005)
- This album won the Grammy for Best Electronic/Dance Music Album and has one of their most enduring hits.
Featured songs
- "Galvanize"
We Are the Night (2007)
- "Do It Again" (con Ali Love)
- The Salmon Dance
No Geography (2019)
- Multiple award-winning and critically acclaimed, No Geography is a mix of political and social themes, with a vibrant and energetic production. This album reaffirms his relevance and creativity in today's electronic music.
Featured songs
- Got to Keep On
- Free Yourself
The Chemical Brothers are widely recognized as one of the most influential bands in electronic music. Their unique sound and ability to experiment have influenced many artists across a range of genres, from electronic to rock and pop. Their ability to integrate multiple styles and commitment to visual innovation in concert have made them music icons and pioneers in the use of technology in live performances.
