What makes Right of Way by Ferry Corsten notable?

Right of Way received critical acclaim and showcased Corsten's ability to meld uplifting melodies with danceable rhythms, contributing significantly to the trance genre's popularity during the early 2000s. The track 'Rock Your Body, Rock' became a festival anthem and is often cited as one of the defining tracks of its time, further cementing Corsten's legacy in electronic music history. When Ferry Corsten released Right of Way in 2003, he was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the trance music scene following his breakthrough with the album Out of the Blue in 1999. This album came at a time when electronic music was gaining mainstream traction, and Corsten was beginning to establish his unique sound that would influence future generations of producers.

Who is Right of Way for?

Right of Way works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on Right of Way?

Right of Way has 20 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

Right of Way

Ferry Corsten · 2003

77 min · 20 tracks · electro

A pulsating blend of euphoric melodies and driving beats that define the sound of early 2000s trance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Rock Your Body, Rock — This track epitomizes Corsten’s signature high-energy style, characterized by an infectious hook and an irresistible beat that made it a staple in DJ sets worldwide.
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Sublime — With its sweeping synths and immersive vocals, this track captures the essence of euphoric trance, showcasing Corsten's skill in creating atmospheric soundscapes.
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Right of Way — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of freedom and self-expression, featuring intricate production that highlights Corsten’s mastery over trance elements.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

56 /100

Foothills

Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong melodies and production typical of its genre but lacks a cohesive narrative across its length.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent tempo around 130 BPM, while the second half introduces more varied pacing and melodic elements.
Several tracks utilize repetitive motifs and build-ups that culminate in euphoric drops, characteristic of early 2000s trance.

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: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long immersive listening sessions
gradual builds and payoffs
wave-like pacing experience

Where this album fits

Career context: When Ferry Corsten released Right of Way in 2003, he was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the trance music scene following his breakthrough with the album Out of the Blue in 1999. This album came at a time when electronic music was gaining mainstream traction, and Corsten was beginning to establish his unique sound that would influence future generations of producers.
Stylistic neighbors: Above & Beyond· Armin van Buuren· Paul van Dyk