A Hundred Days Off
Underworld · 2002
62 min · 10 tracks · synth-pop
A hypnotic blend of progressive house rhythms and ethereal synth layers that invites listeners into a vast auditory landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Two Months Off Start here — This track encapsulates the album’s essence with its infectious groove and reflective lyrics about time and change, making it a standout single.
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Mo Move — Opening the album, this track sets an energetic tone with its pulsating beats and catchy hooks that exemplify Underworld's signature style.
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Dinosaur Adventure 3D — This track showcases experimental soundscapes and playful rhythms, representing Underworld's ability to blend whimsy with electronic innovation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's layered synths and rhythmic complexity create a distinctive sound within electronic music.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a rhythmic track that gradually layers synths and beats, creating a hypnotic groove that persists throughout.
- Several tracks feature extended instrumental sections where the rhythm shifts subtly, allowing for moments of tension and release.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- hypnotic rhythms for focus
- immersive tracks for exploration
- late-night dance floor energy
Maybe skip if you
- instant gratification seekers
- short attention span listeners
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Represents a shift towards a more experimental sound post-commercial success.
- Themes
- club culture exploration· hypnotic soundscapes· urban nightlife pulse
- Moods
- Chill
- Career context
- By the time 'A Hundred Days Off' was released in 2002, Underworld had already established themselves as pioneers of electronic music with their landmark album 'Second Toughest in the Infants' (1996). This album marked their first release after a brief hiatus, showcasing a shift toward a more introspective sound while maintaining their dancefloor roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Chemical Brothers· Fatboy Slim· Daft Punk
Tracklist
- 1 Mo Move 6:56
- 2 Two Months Off Start here 9:10
- 3 Twist 6:26
- 4 Sola Sistim 6:29
- 5 Little Speaker 8:40
- 6 Trim 3:25
- 7 Ess Gee 2:24
- 8 Dinosaur Adventure 3D 7:58
- 9 Ballet Lane 3:41
- 10 Luetin 7:00
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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