Guide Note:

Tongue-in-cheek electro-funk duo Chromeo is a collaboration between musicians P-Thugg (Patrick Gemayel) and Dave 1 (David Macklovitch). Their debut album, She's In Control, was released in 2004.

Fast Facts:

Formed in 2001 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Based in both Montreal and New York City
Their song "Needy Girl" is used for Reese's Cup ads
Self-described only successful Arab/Jewish collaboration in history
Songs have appeared in the game Need for Speed and a McDonald's ad
Toured with Bloc Party in 2007
Played Coachella 2008

Career Overview

The two members of Chromeo have been close friends since childhood. In 2003, they released the single "Destination: Overdrive," which became a popular club track along with its B-side, "Needy Girl." The songs both appeared on the duo's debut LP, 2004's She's In Control. The following year, the group released a popular mix CD titled Un Joli Mix Pour Toi (in English, "A Pretty Mix For You.") Their follow-up album of original music, Fancy Footwork, arrived in 2007.

Dave 1 is the group's guitarist and lead singer while P-Thugg plays keyboards and synthesizer.

Categories

Entertainment | Music | Indie | Funk

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Chromeo

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Album Review: Fancy Footwork
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Video: "Needy Girl" (Time: 4:11)

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Pitchfork: Chromeo Collaborating With Hall and Oates! (2007)

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Chromeo Videos

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Dailymotion: "I Am Somebody" Live (Time: 3:43)
YouTube: "Rage" (Time: 4:32)
YouTube: "Fancy Footwork" (Time: 3:21)
YouTube: "Tenderoni" (Time: 3:33)

Chromeo Lyrics, Tabs and Chords

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Chromeo On Tour

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