Is Hanna a good place to start with The Chemical Brothers?

Yes, Hanna is recommended as a starting point for new The Chemical Brothers listeners. A pulsating blend of electronic soundscapes and haunting melodies that underscores intense emotions and action sequences. Released in 2011, Hanna marks a significant point in The Chemical Brothers' career as they transitioned from mainstream hits to composing for film. This soundtrack followed their successful album Further (2009) and showcased their ability to create atmospheric music tailored for a narrative context, further expanding their artistic boundaries.

Hanna works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, pulsating energy for focus and immersive cinematic soundscapes.

How many songs are on Hanna?

Hanna has 20 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Hanna

The Chemical Brothers · 2011

50 min · 20 tracks · electronic music

A pulsating blend of electronic soundscapes and haunting melodies that underscores intense emotions and action sequences.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hanna's Theme Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Escape 700 — This track exemplifies the driving energy of the album, combining frenetic beats with an evolving arrangement that mirrors the urgency of Hanna's journey.
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The Devil Is in the Details — With its intricate layers and suspenseful build-up, this piece encapsulates the darker themes of the film while showcasing The Chemical Brothers' signature production style.
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Car Chase (Arp Worship) — This track is a standout for its dynamic pacing and use of tension, perfectly accompanying one of the film's most thrilling sequences.
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Hanna's Theme (vocal version) — The vocal version of Hanna's theme brings an emotional depth that contrasts with the more instrumental pieces, highlighting character development within the narrative.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album effectively combines electronic soundscapes with strong thematic elements, creating an immersive listening experience.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of layered synths and rhythmic pulses that create a driving momentum throughout most tracks.
Several tracks, such as 'Hanna's Theme' and 'Escape 700', utilize minimalistic melodies that build tension without overwhelming the listener.
The running time includes interludes and transitions that maintain a cinematic flow, with tracks often blending into one another seamlessly.

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: 8/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with peaks
pulsating energy for focus
immersive cinematic soundscapes
wave-like pacing with tension

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward song structures
seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Marks a shift to film scoring, showcasing a new direction in their sound.
Themes: intense action sequences· narrative-driven soundscapes· dark cinematic tension
Career context: Released in 2011, Hanna marks a significant point in The Chemical Brothers' career as they transitioned from mainstream hits to composing for film. This soundtrack followed their successful album Further (2009) and showcased their ability to create atmospheric music tailored for a narrative context, further expanding their artistic boundaries.
Stylistic neighbors: Fatboy Slim· The Prodigy· Daft Punk