"We Are the Night" is the sixth studio album by the British electronic music duo, The Chemical Brothers. The album was released in the United Kingdom on 2 July 2007 and was their third to debut at the top of the UK album charts. The title of the album derived from a sample used in the track "Das Spiegel".
Creatively, the album integrates various styles and influences, from techno, house, and electro to hip hop. It also includes collaborations with artists like Willy Mason on "Battle Scars," a pop-rock ballad, and rapper Fatlip on "The Salmon Dance," a playful hip-hop track.
Notably, the album earned prestigious accolades. "We Are the Night" won the Grammy Award for Best Electronic/Dance Album in 2008, affirming The Chemical Brothers' status as pioneers in the electronic music genre. Moreover, it received positive reviews from critics who praised its innovation and energy, proving it to be a milestone in The Chemical Brothers' prolific career.
Despite expecting to have difficulties in producing the album, mentioning that they were likely to struggle and encounter bouts of writer's block, The Chemical Brothers delivered an offering that was both artistic and popularly received. Regardless of the pressure, "We Are the Night" marked a high point in their extensive career and has since held a revered place in electronic music history.
