10 iconic The Chemical Brothers moments

There are noteworthy accolades and then there are certain releases or defining moments that showcase The Chemical Brothers’ unique approach. ‘Star Guitar’ is perhaps one of the band’s most popular tracks, not only for it’s dreamy and euphoric motif, but in part because of the creative music video that accompanies it. In similar fashion to the music videos for ‘Wide Open’, ‘Escape Velocity’, ‘C-h-e-m-i-c-a-l’ and ‘Go’, ‘Star Guitar’ presents a surreal visual display. What simply seems to be a view looking out of a train car turns into a mesmerising scene as the landscape syncs with the music. Of course, director Michel Gondry’s brilliance shines through as well, but this was a prime example of the duo’s aesthetic.

Many things might come to mind when looking back on the duo’s illustrious career, but their captivating and creative collaborations helped cement their reputation as respected artists. Beginning with Noel Gallagher of Oasis, who sang on their first number one single ‘Setting Sun’, to linking with Q-Tip on ‘Galvanize’ (above) in 2006 and winning a Grammy for Best Dance Recording. That track was released on the album ‘Push The Button’, which won them another Grammy for Electronic/Dance Album that same year, also featuring Kele Okereke of Bloc Party along with long-time collaborators Beth Orton and Tim Burgess.

Other noteworthy collaborators include New Order’s Bernard Sumner and Primal Scream’s Bobby Gillespie on the album ‘Surrender’, plus Ali Love, Mercury Rev, Richard Ashcroft of The Verve, Wayne Coyne of The Flaming Lips and more.