What does Out from Out Where sound like?

A sonic tapestry weaving complex rhythms and lush soundscapes into an immersive auditory experience. Rooted in electronic and trip hop. Start with "Back From Space".

Is Out from Out Where a good place to start with Amon Tobin?

Yes, Out from Out Where is recommended as a starting point for new Amon Tobin listeners. A sonic tapestry weaving complex rhythms and lush soundscapes into an immersive auditory experience. By the release of 'Out from Out Where' in 2002, Amon Tobin was already recognized for his innovative approach to electronic music, following his breakthrough album 'Permutation' in 1998. This record solidified his reputation as a leading figure in the genre, showcasing his ability to blend intricate samples and organic sounds with digital production techniques.

Who is Out from Out Where for?

Out from Out Where works well if you're into steady rhythmic journey, hypnotic soundscapes immersion and long, immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Out from Out Where?

Out from Out Where has 11 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Released 24 years ago this October

Out from Out Where

Amon Tobin · 2002

56 min · 11 tracks · electronic music

A sonic tapestry weaving complex rhythms and lush soundscapes into an immersive auditory experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Back From Space Start here — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its layered beats and atmospheric textures, immediately immersing listeners in Tobin's world of sound.
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Chronic Tronic — This track stands out for its frenetic energy and inventive rhythm structure, exemplifying Tobin's skill at blending genres within a single piece.
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Proper Hoodidge — With its catchy hooks and playful samples, this track encapsulates the album’s overall eclecticism and demonstrates Tobin’s unique approach to melody within electronic music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

77 /100

Summit

Higher than 99% of albums we've rated

The album showcases innovative sound design and complex rhythms, solidifying Tobin's distinct voice in electronic music.

What we noticed

The album features intricate layering of samples and sounds, creating a dense auditory landscape that evolves throughout each track.
Rhythmic patterns shift frequently, with complex breakbeats and syncopation that challenge conventional electronic music structures.
Several tracks incorporate field recordings and unconventional sound sources, adding an organic texture to the electronic elements.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 9/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

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

steady rhythmic journey
hypnotic soundscapes immersion
long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional landscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — This album is noted for its critical acclaim and innovative sound within Tobin's catalog.
Career context: By the release of 'Out from Out Where' in 2002, Amon Tobin was already recognized for his innovative approach to electronic music, following his breakthrough album 'Permutation' in 1998. This record solidified his reputation as a leading figure in the genre, showcasing his ability to blend intricate samples and organic sounds with digital production techniques.
Stylistic neighbors: Squarepusher· Bonobo· Boards of Canada