What makes Believe by The Chemical Brothers notable?

The album's title track reached number one on the UK Dance Chart and marked another successful entry in The Chemical Brothers' discography. Its innovative sound helped solidify their influence on the electronic genre, paving the way for future artists by blending elements of big beat with contemporary pop. Released in 2005, Believe came during The Chemical Brothers' period of mainstream success following their acclaimed album, Come With Us. This single was part of their ongoing evolution into combining electronic music with pop sensibilities, showcasing their ability to remain relevant in a changing music landscape.

How many songs are on Believe?

Believe has 3 tracks, running approximately 18 minutes.

Believe

The Chemical Brothers · 2005

18 min · 3 tracks · electronic music

A pulsating blend of eclectic beats and infectious melodies that energizes the dancefloor while pushing electronic boundaries.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Believe (extended mix) — This extended version captures the essence of the album, featuring a driving beat and hypnotic synths that create an immersive listening experience.
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Spring — With its upbeat tempo and vibrant energy, Spring showcases the duo's knack for creating infectious grooves that resonate on dance floors.
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Believe (Erol Alkan's 'Feel Me' re-work) — This re-work adds a fresh perspective to the original track, emphasizing its danceability and introducing a new wave of electronic sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong production and unique sound design but lacks a cohesive narrative across its tracks.

What we noticed

The extended mix of 'Believe' features a repetitive, driving beat that builds intensity over its length, creating a hypnotic effect.
The track 'Spring' introduces organic sounds and textures, contrasting with the electronic elements in the other tracks.
The Erol Alkan re-work of 'Believe' incorporates additional layers and effects, altering the original's structure while maintaining its core rhythm.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — The single reinforced their mainstream success after 'Come With Us' and reached number one on the UK Dance Chart.
Themes: hypnotic synth landscapes· 2000s electronic evolution
Career context: Released in 2005, Believe came during The Chemical Brothers' period of mainstream success following their acclaimed album, Come With Us. This single was part of their ongoing evolution into combining electronic music with pop sensibilities, showcasing their ability to remain relevant in a changing music landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Fatboy Slim· The Prodigy· Daft Punk