The Boxer cover

The Boxer

The Chemical Brothers · 2005

47 min · 7 tracks · electronic · pop rock · punk

A vibrant blend of electronic beats and hypnotic vocal samples that pulse with energy and creativity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • hypnotic rhythms for deep focus
  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • energizing beats for movement
  • wave-like pacing with variation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2005, 'The Boxer' marked a significant moment for The Chemical Brothers, coming as their sixth studio album. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from mainstream success into exploring more eclectic sounds following the commercial peak of their previous album, 'Come With Us'. This release continued to solidify their reputation as pioneers in the electronic music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Fatboy Slim· The Prodigy· Daft Punk

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Boxer 4:21
  • 2 The Boxer (DFA version) 9:43
  • 3 Giant 4:32
  • 4 Spring 5:29
  • 5 Believe (Mathew Jonson remix) 9:26
  • 6 Believe (Erol Alkan's 'Feel Me' re-work) 6:27
  • 7 Galvanize (Abe Duque remix) 7:35

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