What makes Out of the Black by Royal Blood notable?

'Out of the Black' received critical acclaim, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart and winning the Brit Award for Best British Group. Its success influenced a resurgence in rock music, inspiring a wave of new bands that embraced a stripped-down approach to sound. Released on November 11, 2013, 'Out of the Black' marked Royal Blood's debut album, positioning them as a fresh force in the UK rock scene. The duo's innovative use of bass guitar and drums helped redefine traditional rock instrumentation, setting the stage for their rapid rise to prominence.

How many songs are on Out of the Black?

Out of the Black has 2 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.

Released 13 years ago this November

Out of the Black

Royal Blood · 2013

6 min · 2 tracks · hard rock

Raw, thunderous guitar riffs collide with dynamic drumming, creating a powerhouse blues rock sound that commands attention.

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Out of the Black — The title track encapsulates Royal Blood's heavy sound with commanding riffs and an explosive energy that sets the tone for the entire album.
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Come on Over — This track features infectious grooves and a catchy chorus, showcasing the duo's ability to blend hard rock intensity with accessible melodies.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

Royal Blood's debut EP combines raw energy with strong riffs and dynamic songwriting, establishing their hard rock identity.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a heavy bass riff that drives the entire song, setting a high-energy tone for the EP.
Each song features a consistent use of dynamic shifts, alternating between quiet verses and explosive choruses.
The EP maintains a tight runtime of just over 15 minutes, with no track exceeding four minutes, ensuring a relentless pace.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Out of the Black 4:00
2 Come on Over 2:52

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