No Geography

“No Geography” is the ninth studio album by the English electronic music duo the Chemical Brothers, released on 12 April 2019 by Virgin EMI Records in the UK and Astralwerks in the US. The album features vocals by Aurora and Japanese rapper Nene and won the Grammy Award for Best Electronic/Dance Album at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards.

The album’s title was announced in November 2018 and derives from a line in the poem “Geography” by New York poet Michael Brownstein, whose reading is sampled on the title track. The cover image is taken from the booklet of the 1977 album “Consequences” by Godley & Creme, depicting a motorway from the perspective of the rear of a Chieftain tank turret.

The album blends psychedelic sensory overload with riotous club bangers, receiving positive reviews. On the review aggregator Metacritic, it scored 79 out of 100. Tracks like “Got to Keep On” were highlighted for their innovative sound, and the album was recognised in various year-end rankings.

The album incorporates samples from various artists, adding depth and texture to its electronic beats.

“No Geography” charted successfully worldwide, peaking at number four in the UK and achieving notable positions in several other countries.