"Exit Planet Dust" is the debut studio album by the English electronic music duo, The Chemical Brothers. Initially released on June 26, 1995, in the United Kingdom by Junior Boy's Own, Freestyle Dust, and Virgin Records, followed by a release on August 15, 1995, in the United States by Astralwerks. The album's title signifies the duo's departure from their earlier moniker, the Dust Brothers.
Recorded between August and November 1994, "Exit Planet Dust" garnered immediate critical acclaim upon its release. The album enjoyed sustained success on the UK charts, remaining in various charts every year from 1995 to 2000. Its highest peak position was number 9 in the UK charts in 1995.
Featuring a blend of electronic music styles, from breakbeat to techno and house influences, "Exit Planet Dust" established The Chemical Brothers as prominent figures in the electronic music scene. Tracks like "Leave Home," "Setting Sun," and "Life Is Sweet" showcased their innovative approach to production, incorporating samples, loops, and synthesizers to create a distinctive sound that resonated with listeners and critics alike.
The album's critical and commercial success set the stage for The Chemical Brothers' influential career, defining their sound and paving the way for subsequent releases that continued to shape the landscape of electronic music.
