Hot Chip

Biography

The Hot Chip band was formed by long-time friends Alexis Taylor (vocals, keyboards, percussions, piano and guitar) and Joe Goddard (vocals, synthesizer, percussions) in 2000, in the British capital. Later they were joined by the latter participants - Owen Clarke (guitar, synthesizer), Felix Martin (drum machine) and Al Doyle (guitar, synthesizer, percussions). Al Doyle is a member of LCD Soundsystem at the same time. LCD Soundsystem is a musical project of James Murphy, co-founder of the DFA Records, where Hot Chip recorded their album The Warning. In 2000 the band announced their presence on the scene with the EP entitled Mexico. The disc caught the public's attention with the mesmerizing beats and an amusing work of both vocalists. The second EP was called Sanfrandisco E-Pee and managed to be less dark and more danceable than the previous work Mexico.

In 2004, Hot Chip recoded their debut full-length Coming On Strong. In 2006, the band released their sophomore studio album The Warning, which generated two major hits - Over And Over and And I Was A Boy From School. The material on the work was a mixture of dance, electronica and a number of other musical styles. The Warning was a real hit in the United Kingdom. In 2007, Hot Chip collaborated with DJ Kicks over the dance compositions compilation DJ-Kicks: Hot Chip, which featured their new track My Piano. In February 2008, Hot Chip released their third full-length Made In The Dark, which was presented with the first single Ready For The Floor.

The members of Hot Chip are also known not only for their records, but also for the live performances. At every concert they present the listeners with a new arrangement of every album composition – that is why their every gig without any exaggeration can be called a unique event. They are constant guests at the electronic music festivals, including Dour Festival, Glastonbury, Sonar, Benicassim, Lovebox and Electric Picnic. Moreover, each of Hot Chip members is known to be an excellent DJ. On December 29, 2007, all the five Hot Chip participants took part in a live DJ set in the radio program The Essential Mix with Pete Tong. The show was translated with the British wave BBC Radio One. In 2008, Hot Chip issued the album called Made In The Dark. In 2008, Hot Chip prepared their subsequent studio attempt called Made In The Dark. This was a nicely elaborated record without flaws featuring many more vocal parts than the previous works by the Londoners. In 2010 Hot Chip made their fans happy by releasing the new album titled One Life Stand. ? 2010 ???? ????????? ????????? ??????????? ????? ????? ????????? ???????, ?????????? ???????? One Life Stand.

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Studio Albums

Hot Chip, One Life Stand mp3One Life Stand
The British electronica band Hot Chip recorded the fourth disc One Life Stand. Possessing high quality and individuality, the album bears the strong disco tint and keeps the danceable mood of its predecessor
2010

Indie Electronic, Synth Pop, Electropop, Indie Pop, Dance-Pop

Hot Chip, Made in the Dark mp3Made in the Dark
Made In The Dark widens the borders of the pop music notion in many respects proving that Hot Chip is a unique collective ignoring whatever regulations. As before its music causes smiles of admiration with precise shots of melodies and texts
2008

Alternative Dance, Dance-Pop, Indie Electronic

Hot Chip, The Warning mp3The Warning
The Warning is the second full-length album from Hot Chip. If you like your dance music intelligent but still accessible, with soulful harmonies and cheeky lyrics that surprise you with moments of deep feeling, this record comes highly recommended
2006

Electropop, Indie Electronic, Synth Pop

Hot Chip, Coming On Strong mp3Coming On Strong2005

EP

Hot Chip, We Have Remixes EP mp3We Have Remixes EP2010

Alternative Dance, Electropop, Indie Electronic, Indie Pop, Synth Pop

Compilation albums

Hot Chip, DJ-Kicks: Hot Chip mp3DJ-Kicks: Hot Chip2007

News

Hot Chip to take part in charity concert03.05.2012
Hot Chip were named among musicians set to take part in Big Star tribute concert. The show will also feature former REM guitarist Mike Mills, Brendan Benson of The Raconteurs, I Am Kloot, Teenage Fanclub and others.Read more
Hot Chip announced "simple" album02.03.2012
Hot Chip revealed details about their next studio effort. Titled In Our Heads, the record is set to hit the stores in June. All in all it will feature 11 tracks, including single Don't Deny Your Heart.Read more
Hot Chip's new album to feature Buddhist monks08.01.2012
Hot Chip revealed that their next studio effort will feature Buddhist chanting monks. The band's guitarist Al Doyle claimed that the album is almost ready.Read more
Hot Chip's side project to release solo album21.10.2011
British electronic band The 2 Bears announced the release of its debut album. According to Joe Goddard, the sound of the record incorporates different genres, from hip-hop and soul to dance music.Read more