Top tracks — play these first
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Maxwell Murder Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Ruby Soho — This track embodies the album's spirit with its catchy chorus and narrative about longing, becoming one of Rancid's most recognizable songs.
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Time Bomb — With its infectious beat and memorable hooks, this song captures the sense of urgency and rebellion central to the punk ethos.
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Roots Radicals — This song not only showcases Rancid's signature ska-punk sound but also reflects themes of community and identity, resonating deeply with fans.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic punk with ska elements, showcasing strong songwriting and engaging performances.
What we noticed
- Several songs feature call-and-response vocals, creating an interactive feel that engages listeners.
- The last four tracks slow down slightly in tempo, providing a contrast to the earlier intensity while maintaining thematic continuity.
- 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
- frenetic bursts of youthful energy
- dynamic journey with peaks
- for rebellious sing-alongs
- quick hits of urgency
- ideal for high-energy gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, contemplative music
- seek long, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — ...And Out Come the Wolves established Rancid's mainstream success and recognition in punk music.
- Themes
- California punk scene· working-class struggles
- Career context
- Released in 1995, ...And Out Come the Wolves was Rancid's third studio album and marked their breakthrough into mainstream success. Following the underground acclaim of their previous albums, this record propelled them into the forefront of the punk revival, solidifying their place in the genre's history.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Offspring· NOFX· Less Than Jake
Tracklist
- 1 Maxwell Murder Start here 1:25
- 2 The 11th Hour 2:28
- 3 Roots Radicals 2:47
- 4 Time Bomb 2:24
- 5 Olympia WA. 3:30
- 6 Lock, Step & Gone 2:25
- 7 Junkie Man 3:04
- 8 Listed M.I.A. 2:22
- 9 Ruby Soho 2:37
- 10 Daly City Train 3:21
- 11 Journey to the End of the East Bay 3:11
- 12 She’s Automatic 1:35
- 13 Old Friend 2:53
- 14 Disorder and Disarray 2:49
- 15 The Wars End 1:53
- 16 You Don’t Care Nothin’ 2:28
- 17 As Wicked 2:40
- 18 Avenues & Alleyways 3:11
- 19 The Way I Feel 2:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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