Surrender
The Chemical Brothers · 1999
58 min · 11 tracks · electronic · pop rock · punk
A euphoric blend of big beats, psychedelic samples, and infectious hooks that defined late '90s electronic music.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on June 21, 1999, 'Surrender' marked The Chemical Brothers' third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Dig Your Own Hole'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as pioneers in the big beat genre, blending rock elements with electronic music.
- If you like
- electronic, pop rock, punk
Surrender is an album by The Chemical Brothers, released in 1999. A euphoric blend of big beats, psychedelic samples, and infectious hooks that defined late '90s electronic music. 'Surrender' debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and received widespread acclaim for its innovative sound. It features the hit single 'Hey Boy Hey Girl', which became an anthem of electronic dance music in the late '90s, influencing a generation of artists and shaping the future of the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Surrender sound like?
A euphoric blend of big beats, psychedelic samples, and infectious hooks that defined late '90s electronic music. Rooted in electronic and pop rock.
What makes Surrender by The Chemical Brothers notable?
'Surrender' debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and received widespread acclaim for its innovative sound. It features the hit single 'Hey Boy Hey Girl', which became an anthem of electronic dance music in the late '90s, influencing a generation of artists and shaping the future of the genre. Released on June 21, 1999, 'Surrender' marked The Chemical Brothers' third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Dig Your Own Hole'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as pioneers in the big beat genre, blending rock elements with electronic music.
Who is Surrender for?
Surrender works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Surrender?
Surrender has 11 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Music: Response 5:20
- 2 Under the Influence 4:16
- 3 Out of Control Standout 7:19
- 4 Orange Wedge 3:06
- 5 Let Forever Be Standout 3:55
- 6 The Sunshine Underground 8:38
- 7 Asleep From Day 4:47
- 8 Got Glint? 5:26
- 9 Hey Boy Hey Girl Standout 4:49
- 10 Surrender 4:29
- 11 Dream On 6:45
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