Out of Control
The Chemical Brothers · 1999
18 min · 3 tracks · electronic music
Driving beats and swirling synths create an expansive soundscape that captures the essence of late '90s electronic music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Out of Control — This title track features a hypnotic blend of driving beats and ethereal vocals, marking a high point in the duo's ability to fuse rock and electronic elements.
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Power Move — With its infectious groove and energetic build-up, this track exemplifies The Chemical Brothers' knack for creating dancefloor anthems that maintain a live-band feel.
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Out of Control (Sasha remix) — This remix by Sasha showcases a more introspective take on the original, highlighting the versatility and broader appeal of the song within electronic music circles.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong electronic composition with effective production, though it may not deeply engage listeners over time.
What we noticed
- The title track features a driving beat that maintains a consistent tempo throughout, while the second track introduces a more experimental sound with layered synths.
- The remix of 'Out of Control' by Sasha reinterprets the original, adding new textures and extending its length without altering the core elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Followed their breakthrough album, solidifying their commercial success and recognition.
- Themes
- late-night revelry· hypnotic dance floors· 1990s rave culture
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Out of Control was The Chemical Brothers' fourth studio album, continuing their commercial success following the breakthrough of Dig Your Own Hole in 1997. At this point, they were solidifying their reputation as pioneers of the big beat genre, known for blending electronic sounds with rock elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fatboy Slim· The Prodigy· Daft Punk
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Out of Control 7:21
- 2 Power Move 4:11
- 3 Out of Control (Sasha remix) 7:18
What to play next
Surrender
1999
Continues the expansive sound with a blend of driving beats and melodic elements.
Dig Your Own Hole
1997
Sets the stage with similar energy and sonic exploration leading into 'Out of Control'.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
You've Come a Long Way, Baby
Fatboy Slim
Shares the same driving beats and playful sampling that encapsulates late '90s rave culture.
The Fat of the Land
The Prodigy
Both feature aggressive electronic soundscapes with punk influences, for late-night revelry.
Second Toughest in the Infants
Underworld
Explores hypnotic rhythms and expansive electronic textures, echoing the vibe of dance floors from that era.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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