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There is a simple three ingredient recipe to forging a credible career in the electronic music industry; hard work, talent and passion.

Using these three cardinal commandments, The Chemical Brothers have successfully paved their own path, culminating in a career spanning over two decades which promises more to come.

Composed of Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons, the duo originated in 1991 in Manchester and since then they’ve successfully managed to reach several generations with their unique and pioneering sound.

Remaining at the forefront of electronic and pop culture with a portfolio spanning genres - from the original 'big beat' to electronica and techno - many fans may fondly remember being introduced to this musical force of nature by parents, older siblings, even aunties and uncles. And that's the point. Inaugurating their own individual style that resonates to anybody with the sense to sit up and listen, The Chemical Brothers command the attention of every generation.

Their music remains absolutely timeless, with songs like 'Hey Boy, Hey Girl' and 'Block Rockin' Beats' still being seamlessly blended into DJ sets to this day, with absolutely no hint of age imprinted on them. Even the more hardcore electronic music fans who value exclusivity above all rarely raise an eyebrow when a song that originated in the 90's creeps its way into a super cool and totally fresh set.

With their 2012 motion picture 'Don't Think' receiving great critical acclaim as well as gaining the highly regarded five star rating from Empire, it just goes to show that their music in itself is enough to be the driving force behind a full feature film. Quite simply, it talks, and sometimes without words.

Shot in one night with just twenty cameras at The Fuji Rock Festival, it consists of trippy visuals that marry with their almost psychedelic sound perfectly.

However, those who are not as familiar with The Chemical Brothers should be made aware that this show is not fabricated for the sake of a camera - this is just how they are. This is their own remarkable style and it's a wonder to behold. Check it out.

DJ's and artists wishing to carve a career should use The Chemical Brothers as their absolute bench mark, as, to put it bluntly, those who accrue just half of their prosperity can truly say they have made it.

Staying true to the reason they decided to become a part of the music industry is what makes them so distinct and is why they have gained such awe-inspiring longevity.

In an era where music has become disposable and one hit wonders are common, it is a great honour for an outfit when they survive the test of time and stick around for longer than their five minutes of fame.

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