The Chemical Brothers is a British electronic music duo formed by Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons in 1989 in Manchester. Highly regarded for their fusion of electronic music with elements of rock and music from other genres, they are often credited as pioneers of the big beat genre, which experienced a peak in popularity in the 90s. Their first album, "Exit Planet Dust", released in 1995, was a major success, as well as their follow-up, "Dig Your Own Hole", released in 1997, which debuted at the top of the UK charts. The Chemical Brothers have continued to have success throughout their career, with several of their albums reaching the top of the charts in various countries. They have also had great success in live performances, with visually impressive shows and a sound that has managed to captivate audiences worldwide. The duo has also won numerous awards for their work, including several Grammy Awards. Known for their work in music production for films, the Chemical Brothers have contributed to the soundtracks of several movies, including "Trainspotting", "Black Swan", and "Hanna". While they initially performed under the name "The 237 Turbo Nutters," it wasn't until 1995 that they truly became famous under their current name, "The Chemical Brothers." They are recognized as two of the most innovative artists in the modern era of electronic music and continue to push the boundaries of the genre with each new release.

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