Star Guitar
The Chemical Brothers · 2002
33 min · 5 tracks · electronic · pop rock · punk
A hypnotic blend of pulsing beats and melodic loops that captures the essence of electronic dance music.
Why this album works
'Star Guitar' became a defining track in the electronic genre, reaching number three on the UK Singles Chart and receiving critical acclaim. Its innovative music video, directed by Michel Gondry, further cemented its cultural significance by creatively visualizing the rhythmic elements through a train journey.
- Best for
- steady rhythmic journey throughout hypnotic beats for dancing for focused listening
- Context
- In 2002, The Chemical Brothers were well-established within the electronic music scene, following their breakthrough album 'Dig Your Own Hole' released in 1997. 'Star Guitar' came as a single from their fifth studio album, 'Come with Us', marking a period of continued innovation for the duo as they explored new soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Queen· Muse· Sting· Ed Sheeran· Bryan Adams· Kim Wilde· Dire Straits· Phil Collins
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Star Guitar (edit) Standout 4:02
- 2 Star Guitar Standout 6:57
- 3 Star Guitar (Pete Heller’s Expanded mix) 8:34
- 4 Star Guitar (Pete Heller’s 303 dub) 7:30
- 5 Base 6 Standout 6:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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