greetings true believers,

Greetings true believers,

It's less than a week till the Brothers decend upon the Coachella Music Festival in Indio, CA!

The boys have a special DJ set planned that should have the desert awash with excitement. It's been some time since the Brothers have brought a DJ set to this end of the pond, so we know it's going to be a rare and special night.

We also get to see a lot of our friends - both old and new - and catch a lot of other great music.


The Chemical Brothers will be DJing in the Sahara Tent on saturday night - hope see you there!

Love,

Ek
chemical brothers bunker
nyc

Greetings chemical brothers and sisters!

Thanks to everyone for all of the kind holiday wishes. The brothers and all at Chemicals HQ thank you for your loyal support in '08, and we wish you peace, love and happiness in 09!

As the year winds down, we have one last surprise for you here at The House Of Chemical. As the track is already a must play for ringing in the midnight hour, The Chems have whipped up a special New Years' Eve edition of "Midnight Madness".

This version has been serviced to DJs only for NYE, however we'll be posting the track up here tomorrow for your streaming pleasure. It will no doubt turn up in some of your favorite DJs sets tomorrow night as well (and do be sure and support your local DJ and local music scene).

In case you haven't been paying attention, "Midnight Madness" is of course taken from the recently released "Brotherhood" collection from The Chemical Brothers.

Be back soon...

Ek
Chemicals HQ (NYC Bunker)

Greetings Chemical Brothers and Sisters,

The Chemical Brothers Midnight Madness 'Google Earth' video has been added to Youtube.

Featuring YOUR footage, the video was edited from fan submissions:

MIDNIGHT MADNESS GOOGLE EARTH VIDEO


The new album "Brotherhood" is in stores now and includes "Midnight Madness" - as well as 13 essential classics and one other new tune, "Keep My Composure" featuring Spank Rock.

And of course there is the tasty lmtd edition which features "electronic battle weapons" 1 - 10 in a gorgeous special package.

Be sure to drop by the official website for the true chemical experience, currently including a free remix download!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE


Love from Chemical HQ -

Ek
NYC

Greetings Chemical Brothers and Sisters,


They've sold 10 million records and firmly established themselves as one of the most inventive dance acts in the world, and now The Chems bring you their second career-spanning collection, Brotherhood.

The album boasts 13 unforgettable and irrepressible hits from Tom and Ed's back catalogue - everything from 'Galvanize' and 'Believe' to 'Do It Again' and 'Saturate'. It also features essential new tracks 'Keep My Composure' and 'Midnight Madness'.

But of course that's just the start, because the album is also available in a deluxe double-CD edition. In this edition, Disc 2 features Electronic Battle Weapons 1-10.

Since '96, Electronic Battle Weapons have acted as the laboratories for the duo's pioneering musical high-jinx, not to mention providing some of The Chemical Brothers' most memorable mixes. Until this album, the Electronic Battle Weapons series has only been available on limited formats, and this is the very first time they have been widely available in single format.

Meanwhile, the iTunes download also features the Electronic Battle Weapons series, which has not been available digitally before. This is an iTunes exclusive at a special low price.

Here's what each of the formats look like:

Standard CD Version:

1. Galvanize
2. Hey Boy Hey Girl
3.Block Rockin' Beats
4. Do It Again
5. Believe
6. Star Guitar
7. Let Forever Be
8. Leave Home
9. Keep My Composure
10. Saturate
11. Out Of Control
12. Midnight Madness
13. Golden Path
14. Setting Sun
15. Chemical Beats

Deluxe double-CD Version:

Disc 1:
1. Galvanize
2. Hey Boy Hey Girl
3. Block Rockin' Beats
4. Do It Again
5. Believe
6. Star Guitar
7. Let Forever Be
8. Leave Home
9. Keep My Composure
10. Saturate
11. Out Of Control
12. Midnight Madness
13. Golden Path
14. Setting Sun
15. Chemical Beats

Disc: 2
1. Electronic Battle Weapon 1
2. Electronic Battle Weapon 2
3. Electronic Battle Weapon 3
4. Electronic Battle Weapon 4
5. Electronic Battle Weapon 5
6. Electronic Battle Weapon 6
7. Electronic Battle Weapon 7
8. Electronic Battle Weapon 8
9. Electronic Battle Weapon 9
10. Electronic Battle Weapon 10

iTunes download:

1. Galvanize
2. Hey Boy Hey Girl
3. Block Rockin' Beats
4. Do It Again
5. Believe
6. Star Guitar
7. Let Forever Be
8. Leave Home
9. Keep My Composure
10. Saturate
11. Out Of Control
12. Golden Path
13. Setting Sun
14. Chemical Beats
15. Electronic Battle Weapon 1
16. Electronic Battle Weapon 2
17. Electronic Battle Weapon 3
18. Electronic Battle Weapon 4
19. Electronic Battle Weapon 5
20. Electronic Battle Weapon 6
21. Electronic Battle Weapon 7
22. Electronic Battle Weapon 8
23. Electronic Battle Weapon 9
24. Electronic Battle Weapon 10
+ Digital Booklet

So don't hold back - pick up yours today!


OLYMPIA GIG THANK YOU

A big thank you from Tom and Ed to everyone who came out for the Olympia gig; their biggest-ever headline show in London and the first time any band has played this venue for ten years.

It was truly awe inspiring.


Stay tuned for more news - and as always, you can find out all the latest on The Chems at:

http://www.thechemicalbrothers.com
www.myspace.com/thechemicalbrothers
www.youtube.com/thechemicalbrothers


Love from Tom and Ed.



Ek
NYC Chems HQ

Greetings chemical brothers and sisters,

Behold! It's countdown time to the release of The Chemical Brothers new best of compilation "Brotherhood". Sept 1st (2nd in the US) is the big day and you'll be able to pick up both the regular and limited editions at your favorite store, whether it be on your rockin block or on your computer...

The special edition boasts a bonus album of the complete collection of the band's legendary "Electronic Battle Weapon" 1-10 series. Up until now, only djs and collectors had a glimpse into these pre album 12" gems that have proceeded each Chems release. Now you can own these dancefloor salvos for yourself.

And of course the regular edition includes all the greats plus two new Chemical tunes - "Midnight Madness" and "Keep My Composure" (featuring Spank Rock).


EXCLUSIVE FREE DOWNLOAD 'HEY BOY HEY GIRL REMIX'

Is there a better way to get you excited about the new release than to give you an exclusive free download? We don't think so either, so click here to download your exclusive free download of 'Hey Boy Hey Girl (Soulwax 2ManyDJ's Remix).'

I have personally field tested this and it does not disappoint:

FREE REMIX DOWNLOAD

DON'T FORGET YOUR MIDNIGHT MADNESS VIDEO UPLOAD

Don't forget to submit your 'Midnight Madness' clips to be part of the Google Earth video. Closing date for submissions has been extended to Friday 29th August so get with it people.

If you're late to this competition, it's pretty darn cool. Basically you can use the link below to go and easily upload a short video. The best of these will be turned into a new video for "Midnight Madness"! Don't forget about the theme of 'Midnight Madness", get to filming and start uploading and you might be able to say "chemical brothers video" on your resume. Well, kind of.

Go here and upload:

UPLOAD VIDEO

And of course the delightful "Midnight Madness" video and single are now available everywhere.


CHEMICAL BROTHERS PLAY ONE-OFF DJ SET!

They're coming back! The Chemical Brothers are playing a one off, free DJ gig at the Forever Heavenly Festival.

They will be taking over the lobby of the Royal Festival Hall for one night only, playing a very special one off DJ set in the company of their old friends at Heavenly Recordings.

This gig is ticketed but is entirely free. It will be legendary. Needless to say, you need to be there! Some tickets have been made available for you ahead of everyone else.

All you have to do is call 0871 663 2500 and give the password "Brotherhood."


That's all for now on Planet Chemical - but there's plenty more to come, so subscribe to the blog, register on the web site and generally stay tuned.

Love from the brothers,





Errol

Chemical Futurist
NYC


www.thechemicalbrothers.com
www.myspace.com/thechemicalbrothers
www.youtube.com/thechemicalbrothers

Your invited to participate on a never before seen global scale…

You can now contribute to the Chemical Brothers' glittering nocturnal world by taking part in a unique, all-encompassing global video project using the Google Earth application!

Ever since their start in 1993, The Chemical Brothers have sound-tracked numerous special moments in countless people's lives. Now, The Chemical Brothers are giving their loyal fans a chance to give something back.

By making a short film or photograph that revolves around the theme of 'Midnight Madness' – the name of the band's latest anthem-in-waiting – you will get to upload your work onto Google Earth via The Chemical Brothers' website, and tag it to its exact location!

All you need to do is to make a film, from 2 to 20 seconds, celebrating the insanity that goes on at the stroke of midnight and upload it onto the band's website before 25 August 2008.

For details, go to www.thechemicalbrothers.com, and get ready to embrace the madness…

The best work will be edited by ace producers Nexus to form a new concept music video for 'Midnight Madness'. The film will then be streamed on the band's website and premiered as a YouTube exclusive on 1 September.

You can also tag and launch your favourite Chem's track from your location on Google Earth. So anyone passing your area can click on your location and discover which classic from the awesome duo is your favourite!

The single 'Midnight Madness' is released as a digital download on 18 August The Best of album 'Brotherhood' is released on 1 September

www.thechemicalbrothers.com

Greetings chemical brothers and sisters,

As the clock strikes twelve, it's time for the new single from The Chemical Brothers, 'Midnight Madness'! It's available now and it's from the forthcoming album, "Brotherhood".

The Chems' MySpace player now has the track for your listening and adding enjoyment, as well as the new video from the award winning Dom and Nic:

Midnight Madness


There's also an easy front page click through to buy the track and video now.


In other news, the Brothers are performing tonight in Vigo, Spain at Creamfields - and then just a slim handful of shows that remain on the schedule:


7 Aug 2008 Tenerife, Spain - Campo Municipal de Futbol de Candelaria
8 Aug 2008 Sudoeste, Portugal
9 Aug 2008 Andalucia, Spain - Creamfields
10 Aug 2008 Ibiza, Spain - We Love Space (DJ SET!)

16 Aug 2008 Staffordshire, England - V Festival
17 Aug 2008 Chelmsford, England - V Festival

30 Aug 2008 London, UK - Kensington Olympia


There's all sorts of stuff brewing in commemoration of the release of "Brotherhood", including a chance to be part of a new concept video. Here's the skinny:

^ Make your own short clip (from 2 to 20 seconds) or photograph about your favourite Chemical Brothers track.

Then upload your work here on to the Google Map (after the jump) and tag it to it's exact global location.
A selection of the best work will be featured in a new concept music video for the Chemical Brothers.

To celebrate the launch of the new Chemical Brothers' album 'Brotherhood' videos will feature on a Google Earth channel available on September 1, as well as on the Chemical Brothers Youtube channel.

Deadline for submissions via Chemical Brothers' website:
Monday 25th August 2008 – 13.00 GMT - BUT THE SOONER THE BETTER

Sound like fun? For more information, visit the official web site and join the brotherhood now:

http://www.thechemicalbrothers.com



That's all for now, but stay tuned for more news and goodies to come.


Love


Ek
Chemical NYC HQ

EXCLUSIVE NEWS FROM THE CHEMICAL BROTHERS 

Following their fifth consecutive number 1 album last year, the Grammy award winning 'We Are The Night', The Chemical Brothers return with 'Brotherhood' a best of collection with a kick and a twist, set for release on 1 September 2008.

In a career that to date has spanned 13 years and accrued over 10 million record sales Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons have established themselves as true pioneers of electronic music and as The Chemical Brothers they have become one of the most popular dance acts of all time. Now seems the perfect time to take stock of their seminal output with the double disc celebration that is Brotherhood.

Brotherhood comprises of 2 discs, the first is a collection of 14 undeniable benchmark Singles from the bands immense back catalogue and new tracks 'Keep My Composure' plus the brand new single 'Midnight Madness'.

The 2nd will feature exclusively Electronic Battle Weapons 1-10. Since 1996 Electronic Battle Weapons have acted as the laboratories for The Chems' devious musical experiments and laid the rhythmic and melodic foundations for numerous tracks as well as providing some of the duos most formidable mixes. Until now Electronic Battle Weapons 1-9 have only been available on various limited formats and this is the first time they have been widely available.

Brotherhood will be preceded by the digital download single Midnight Madness on 18th of August. Derived and developed from Electronic Battle Weapon 10 Midnight Madness is The Chemical Brothers at their most infectious, euphoric, report-to-the-dancefloor best.

Click here to get the 'Midnight Madness' video exclusively from iTunes this week - or be sure to check out it's TV debut on Channel 4 this Friday night at 12.10am.

Click here to order the album from:
Amazon
Play

TRACKLISTING 

DISC 1
01. Galvanize
02. Hey Boy Hey Girl
03. Block Rockin' Beats
04. Do It Again
05. Believe
06. Star Guitar
07. Let Forever Be
08. Leave Home
09. Keep My Composure
10. Saturate
11. Out Of Control
12. Midnight Madness
13. The Golden Path
14. Setting Sun
15. Chemical Beats

DISC 2

1-10 Electronic Battle Weapons

The Chemical Brothers are playing London's Olympia for their biggest ever headline show in the capital on 30 August. This will be the first time any band has played this historic venue in ten years and The Chemical Brothers have already sold it out. 

Following their fifth consecutive number 1 album last year, the Grammy award winning 'We Are The Night', The Chemical Brothers return with 'Brotherhood' a best of collection with a kick and a twist, set for release on 1st September 2008.

The Chemical Brothers have established themselves as true pioneers of electronic music and have become one of the most popular dance acts of all time. Now seems the perfect time to take stock of their seminal output with the double disc celebration that is Brotherhood.

Brotherhood comprises of 2 discs, the first is a collection of 13 undeniable benchmark Singles from the band's immense back catalogue and new track 'Keep My Composure' which features the shimmering flow of Baltimore's Spank Rock.

The 2nd will feature exclusively Electronic Battle Weapons 1-10. Since 1996 Electronic Battle Weapons have acted as the laboratories for The Chems devious musical experiments and laid the rhythmic and melodic foundations for numerous tracks as well as providing some of the duos most formidable mixes. Until now Electronic Battle Weapons 1-9 have only been available on various limited formats and this is the first time they have been widely available.

Brotherhood will be preceded by the digital download single Midnight Madness on 4th August 2008. Derived and developed from Electronic Battle Weapons 10, Midnight Madness is The Chemical Brothers at their most infectious, euphoric, report to the dancefloor best.

www.thechemicalbrothers.com