Out Of Exile
by Audioslave
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 91 Ratings

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  1. akibiri
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    While the first album, although it's good reception, had issues with Tom Morellos guitar playing (I'm saying this as a huge fan!), he seems to have fixed this issue in a few spots on the album and that increased it's enjoyabality to a much higher level. Doesn't Remind Me and Drown Me Slowly had me rocking hard!
  2. ydnar4
    Aug 29, 2014
    9
    Out of Exile is not as good as Audioslave's self titled album but that does not make it a bad album at all. It displays a different genre of music than the first album did. Chris Cornell said himself that the lyrics on this album were better than the first album and that they no longer needed to rely on the heavy guitar riff all the time. Cornells vocals are the focal point on this album.Out of Exile is not as good as Audioslave's self titled album but that does not make it a bad album at all. It displays a different genre of music than the first album did. Chris Cornell said himself that the lyrics on this album were better than the first album and that they no longer needed to rely on the heavy guitar riff all the time. Cornells vocals are the focal point on this album. He writes a lot of personal songs on Out Of Exile. The Worm mixes Cornell's personal lyrics with great guitar riffing like no other song on the album. Then of course you have several hit rock songs in Doesn't Remind Me, Your Time Has Come and Be Yourself. Out of Exile is just a classic hard rock album. I highlight Man or Animal, The Worm, Out Of Exile and Your Time Has Come.… Expand
  3. KyleK13
    Sep 28, 2013
    3
    What a disappointment. The first audioslave album was just an amazing rock album, with the zeppelin and sabbath influences clearly visible. In this album...not so much. The album starts off fair enough, with a decent opening track called your time has come. then it goes to an even better title track, both keep to the bands hard rock roots. But after that, the album just went downhill. BeWhat a disappointment. The first audioslave album was just an amazing rock album, with the zeppelin and sabbath influences clearly visible. In this album...not so much. The album starts off fair enough, with a decent opening track called your time has come. then it goes to an even better title track, both keep to the bands hard rock roots. But after that, the album just went downhill. Be yourself sounded like something my highschool counselors would listen to. Doesnt remind me might have been a nice slow rock song, something which i can respect, but the rest of the album just isnt worth listening to.… Collapse
  4. asylumspadez
    Nov 25, 2011
    7
    There were a few good tracks from the album but it wasnt as good as the previous album. Audioslave has come into a more original sound but it doesnt really work as well as they previously sounded.
  5. TyroneP
    Mar 2, 2011
    3
    Because they're good musicians, they are able to perform this sub-par material well enough to fool the average listener into thinking they're on to something decent. And by that, I mean it had me fooled. But after enough spins I caught on; the songwriting is bland and uninspired. With all the good music out there, I can't find a good enough reason to ever play this album again.
  6. JoeC
    Feb 13, 2007
    10
    dude, this album rocked! i loved your time has come, out of exile,be yourself, and doesn't remind me! There singles were AWESOME! but they should have made a video for Heavens Dead. That was pretty good also. I loved their soft side. But Rock Hard Revelations is even better.
  7. AdamB
    Sep 27, 2006
    3
    Weak. Derivitive. Cheesy. Not nearly as solid or heavy as their first release. Formulaic even with Tom Morello's guitar innovation. No sign of what we loved about Rage or Soundgarden on this record. The guys are clearly getting soft in their old age.
  8. Myles#13
    Sep 6, 2006
    8
    Good album, though not as good as the debut. 'Be Yourself' is of course, the main song on the album, but it is a fairly well-rounded album. 'Number One Zero' is a fav of mine; the album is pretty awesome rock.
  9. IanC
    Jul 25, 2006
    9
    A very good album, not as good as thier first. This album is not as heavy, but it makes up for that with some very great songs.
  10. DanielB
    Jun 7, 2006
    10
    very good cd. i like the voice and meaning of the songs
  11. OliverC
    May 24, 2006
    6
    You can't say the songs on this album aren't composed and performed by very talented artists, with catchy tunes and nice melo beats.. but you can sense a deeper vein that this band needs to tap into and just explode instead of holding themselves back. The punch line: Good, but uninspired!
  12. KerrehW.
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Audioslave is an incredible band, Chris Cornell is most certainly one of the best voices in rock, and the instrumentalists that back him up are the best in the business. This album proves it.
  13. RobertJ
    Apr 17, 2006
    10
    A consistent and by far incredible album. Every song is amazing
  14. MilesE
    Apr 12, 2006
    10
    I love this CD the song "Be Yourself" is a perfect example of a great rock song
  15. Terrez
    Mar 11, 2006
    3
    This album has no weight or rock hook to it. Yes im a huge Morrello fan but he has soft unflattering riffs.Soft and dissapointing from audioslave. I hope this is a one off poor, weak and plain unexciting album. Everything on this album is facing the emo wall and bowing its head. Stop whinning savage garden man and get back to what u can do.. dissapointed!
  16. AudieC
    Feb 14, 2006
    10
    Every song on the album is uplifting. The CD has a variety of tempos too. From songs such as "Man or Animal" to "Dandelion." I like every song on the album...it's friggin awesome!!!
  17. andrew
    Dec 12, 2005
    10
    the best of both worlds, this is an amazing album better than the last finally audioslave has found their own sound. if you liked rage against the machine changes are you'll like this album. chris cornell and tom morello are probably the two most gifted people in the music industry, the guitar solos are amaazing. cd fav: Doesnt remind me , man or animal, the curse, be yourself, drown the best of both worlds, this is an amazing album better than the last finally audioslave has found their own sound. if you liked rage against the machine changes are you'll like this album. chris cornell and tom morello are probably the two most gifted people in the music industry, the guitar solos are amaazing. cd fav: Doesnt remind me , man or animal, the curse, be yourself, drown me slowly !… Expand
  18. JoeJ
    Nov 29, 2005
    10
    Well Made
  19. GrungeRocker
    Nov 3, 2005
    1
    Mr. Chris Cornell, you are the messiah to all those who appreciate true music and art. You really know how to capture the emotions of a human being and deliver it in the most realistic of ways. You truly reach out towards all the people who share the same pains of desperation, angst, hatred and depression. Your 'always against the system' songs really nurtured the weakened souls Mr. Chris Cornell, you are the messiah to all those who appreciate true music and art. You really know how to capture the emotions of a human being and deliver it in the most realistic of ways. You truly reach out towards all the people who share the same pains of desperation, angst, hatred and depression. Your 'always against the system' songs really nurtured the weakened souls of people, telling them to rise up against tough situations and parts of their life that were downright miserable. After you closed the doors to the 'Garden of Sounds' the wiils of those souls were crushed and the pieces scattered. Those souls adapted to your lone voice some time later and felt right at home, but then your voice was lost and the same fate befell those souls again. Times have changed and so have you. Mr. Cornell, you have become the one thing that we the souls have always feared you would one day turn into; a-mindless-corporate-radio-musician who is forced to make music from the outside rather than letting it emote from within. Shame on you. Here is my little thought on (the NEW) you; "I wish I could blow up the outside world As I fell on black days The times were gone for honest men The day I tried to live But one more time around I burrowed down And blew up the outside world."… Expand
  20. LanceS
    Oct 11, 2005
    10
    Since Soundgarden and Rage (Rage fan from the beginning) split, I've been waiting for a heavy rock band to come around. To expect Audioslave to sound like either of the other bands is narrow minded. I like every track on both disks, it is only going to get better. Hopefully the generic pop/punk and pop/rock considered music will fall to the way side the more music Audioslave puts out.
  21. DarrenL
    Oct 6, 2005
    1
    Compared to their debut, THIS ALBUM SUCKS!!!!!
  22. eirike
    Sep 11, 2005
    10
    I dont understand why this album gets so poor ratings....I love it, it rocks, When I listen to the first track, i jsut want run naked all o ver the world. It is so coool....And Tom Morello shows another side of himself, he shows the he is a pretty damn good solo-guitarist;) THIS ALBUM ROCKS....RUN AND BUY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  23. DaveF
    Sep 6, 2005
    8
    Heard "Remind Me" on the radio and couldn't get enough of it. The rest of the album is just as strong. Soundgarden may be long gone, but it no longer matters.
  24. markg
    Aug 29, 2005
    5
    Very disappointing relative to debut album. Does not click at all.
  25. ThomasC
    Aug 14, 2005
    9
    Great album.. listened to the album some times now, gets better everytime! Not one track I find bad. NICE
  26. amadeush
    Aug 10, 2005
    8
    tom morello is the craziest guitar genious of the new century, yo. brad wilk's drumming is precise and effective. tim cummerford's treble heavy bass is cool and chris cornell's singing is great. but the songs are only good not excellent,
  27. RicardoM
    Aug 5, 2005
    8
    I guess they're trying to find a place in the musical rock revolution both RATM and Soundgarden develop and sustain in the 90's. Give them some time and you'll be mesmerize. Right now they're just rocking out the angst you feel by seeing Blink 182 on top of the charts.
  28. AdamH
    Aug 4, 2005
    5
    Audioslave's debut, one of the best rock albums in a long time, seems to have been a one time thing. Out of Exile has sophomore slump written all over it, and every bit of it was a huge disapointment. The only reasons to get this album is the standout Be Yourself, one of their best tracks, and Out of Exile, and respectable hard rocking track. Those are, however, the only reason. The Audioslave's debut, one of the best rock albums in a long time, seems to have been a one time thing. Out of Exile has sophomore slump written all over it, and every bit of it was a huge disapointment. The only reasons to get this album is the standout Be Yourself, one of their best tracks, and Out of Exile, and respectable hard rocking track. Those are, however, the only reason. The solos are more frenquent and just as bad, if worse, than the ones on their debut (which were forgiveable because the song's themselves were good). This album also almost has more ballads than rock tunes, and most of these ballads are stupid and hookless. The production on this album is also horrible. Whereas their debut flowed perfectly, Out of Exile almost feels rigid, and is way underproduced for a hard rock album. All in all, a huge disapointment. Download Be Yourself and consider yourself covered… Expand
  29. AlbertoM
    Aug 4, 2005
    8
    Very good but far from great. There's still something missing there...
  30. AdamM
    Jul 24, 2005
    7
    I really enjoyed thier first album and couldnt wait for their second to come out. But when i first lisented to it i was disapointed. Where was the hard rock i had liked. Now it was replaced by slower songs. But after a couple of times the songs really caught. Tom morerelo's solos are extremely amazing and are far more common in this album. In all their are some good singles and a I really enjoyed thier first album and couldnt wait for their second to come out. But when i first lisented to it i was disapointed. Where was the hard rock i had liked. Now it was replaced by slower songs. But after a couple of times the songs really caught. Tom morerelo's solos are extremely amazing and are far more common in this album. In all their are some good singles and a decent album.… Expand
  31. BenT
    Jul 19, 2005
    10
    Out of Exile is just as great as their self-titled debut, though more mellow. I'm beginning to think Audioslave cannot create a song I don't like, which I can't say for most other bands. This CD rules.
  32. EljahS
    Jul 8, 2005
    10
    Sounds great!
  33. PhilM
    Jun 25, 2005
    4
    What happened to the hard rock sound?
  34. PopeClementXI
    Jun 20, 2005
    8
    True that man! Some of Morrelo's solos are awesome here. What the hell was Paul thinking when he wrote that! Cornell's voice is also second to none and the band seems reformed from their last disc... Very Reformed.
  35. ChrisP
    Jun 16, 2005
    10
    pope john paul doesnt know what he is talking about thus why he didnt put his real name if you actually listened to rock music you would understand that even thought the solos were expected they were better then any other gutarist's solos out today. Plus their best song they made today was on this album(doesn't remind me) so go crall back in your cave and don't speak of pope john paul doesnt know what he is talking about thus why he didnt put his real name if you actually listened to rock music you would understand that even thought the solos were expected they were better then any other gutarist's solos out today. Plus their best song they made today was on this album(doesn't remind me) so go crall back in your cave and don't speak of audioslave again.… Expand
  36. PopeJohnPaul
    Jun 11, 2005
    2
    Chris Cornell attempts to bore us to sleep by singing trite cliches as Tom Morello does his best to destroy his legacy as a guitarist by throwing off some of the worst solos ever laid to tape (Yes, I am especially speaking of 'Be Yourself'). Next, please.
  37. RaulC
    Jun 11, 2005
    10
    Rather than folowwing the big band motto, pleasing the crowds, Audioslave is trying to find a sound of their own, and in my opinion, they´re on the right track, they even stripped out the music, trying to escape from their previous grandiose, pointed out in the marvelous "Doesn´t remind me" We should wait for that third album, which is usually the sound defining moment of a Rather than folowwing the big band motto, pleasing the crowds, Audioslave is trying to find a sound of their own, and in my opinion, they´re on the right track, they even stripped out the music, trying to escape from their previous grandiose, pointed out in the marvelous "Doesn´t remind me" We should wait for that third album, which is usually the sound defining moment of a band, where we are going to either hear the Next Big Thing of the real Audioslave, or witness the failure of its proyect. My bet is on the first... Buy this, this is REAL Rock N´Roll.… Expand
  38. LennonM
    Jun 10, 2005
    8
    This album definitely showed how Audioslave is molding together into themselves and breaking away from their old ties. Not as strong as their first one but it's still a winner.
  39. JasonG
    Jun 10, 2005
    10
    great album, great lyric and music, has a great variation which is different than most albums
  40. Matt
    Jun 9, 2005
    5
    Proficient, but lacks personality.
  41. MarcB
    Jun 8, 2005
    7
    "Be yourself is all that you can do" Basic, simple but it does the job.with this one morello shows us that he can still make great solos like back in the days!!! I'm sure that cornell had a greater part for the music adding a new dimension to the band.Not bad
  42. GaryA
    Jun 7, 2005
    8
    although an improvement over there first i,m still bit disapointed although i still think i best is yet to come.
  43. aforss
    Jun 7, 2005
    9
    are we rating an album or a song?... ooe is better than their debut album... song by song the first one is far superior, but as an album you can feel this one being much more complete, or solid.
  44. CosmoJPrelog
    Jun 7, 2005
    2
    The first record to influence me to give up hearing.
  45. TomG
    Jun 6, 2005
    3
    "Be yourself is all that you can do" reminds me of the US military recruitment song "Be all that you can be." C'mon guys what happened to creativity and avoiding cliches. The only thing this song has going for it is Morello. I have never been a fan of Cornell's half -baked singing. Not a fan and unless they change singers I probably won't be.
  46. KurtO
    Jun 5, 2005
    2
    I'm a HUGE Chris Cornell fan, and I own every Soundgarden, Audioslave and Rage Against the Machine album. This is the most disappointing album I've heard from any of the above-mentioned groups (except maybe 1980's Soundgarden, but they were just developing their sound at the time, so they have an excuse). Although I haven't listened to Out Of Exile multiple times, I I'm a HUGE Chris Cornell fan, and I own every Soundgarden, Audioslave and Rage Against the Machine album. This is the most disappointing album I've heard from any of the above-mentioned groups (except maybe 1980's Soundgarden, but they were just developing their sound at the time, so they have an excuse). Although I haven't listened to Out Of Exile multiple times, I know it probably won't make much of difference if I do because of how well I know these guys. However, I wasn't thrilled with "Be Yourself"at first, and I still think it has a weak chorus but it has grown on me and I like it a lot now. I can only hope that the rest of the album will have that same effect if I give it another chance, but I doubt it will. The songs are just bland and uninspiring. Their first album blew me away; Out of Exile is dull and very disappointing in comparison. Chris Cornell is the greatest singer alive; he needs to team with better songwriters so he can fulfill what should be his legacy as the greatest singer ever before he gets much older or it'll be too late.… Expand
  47. TomA
    Jun 2, 2005
    9
    Brilliant. The common theme seems to be Audioslave have found THEIR own sound which I couldn't agree with more. They sound like a band now, not Cornell singing over Morello's riffs. I think this is an absolute gem of a CD, Morello is mesmorizing (yes that good) and in my opinion his best work to date. I feel dirty comparing Audioslave to Soundgarden and RATM but I think this is Brilliant. The common theme seems to be Audioslave have found THEIR own sound which I couldn't agree with more. They sound like a band now, not Cornell singing over Morello's riffs. I think this is an absolute gem of a CD, Morello is mesmorizing (yes that good) and in my opinion his best work to date. I feel dirty comparing Audioslave to Soundgarden and RATM but I think this is equal of Superunkown and RATM. A big call but definately warranted.… Expand
  48. PauloD
    Jun 2, 2005
    3
    this album just fail to bring some personality to audioslave sound. it feels like a bad 70's hard rock with the most terrible solos from tom morello to date.
  49. RandyB
    Jun 1, 2005
    8
    It walks the line between Soundgarden and Rage Against the Machine like a tightrope walker between the Sears Tower and a hot air balloon, conjuring up memories of both in the twelve tracks. It's not as good as the debut, the high-pitch guitar really pushing buttons this time around and the lyrics for moments and even for a whole song save the chorus ('Doesn't Remind It walks the line between Soundgarden and Rage Against the Machine like a tightrope walker between the Sears Tower and a hot air balloon, conjuring up memories of both in the twelve tracks. It's not as good as the debut, the high-pitch guitar really pushing buttons this time around and the lyrics for moments and even for a whole song save the chorus ('Doesn't Remind Me') sounding strange and typical instead of poetical. Overall however, 'Out of Exile' is a good album if not completely great. Even with the limp 'Doesn't Remind me', it was all worth it for the emotionally gripping 'The Curse', the rocker 'Your Time has Come', and the amazing 'Be Yourself'. Audioslave have created a fine follow-up album where others have produced putrid trash.… Expand
  50. DeepG
    May 31, 2005
    9
    This album is far superior to the self-titled debut, which (and i know many would never admit it) was somewhat one-dimensional...this is a dynamic, eclectic and multi-layered piece which will grow on you with each listen..great work! all hope is not lost with audioslave..thank goodness Fav tracks: Yesterday to Tomorrow, Doesn't Remind Me, Drown Me Slowly, Be Yourself, Out of Exile
  51. PedroL
    May 29, 2005
    8
    Maybe they are one of the best rock bands right now... but i cant rate as a 10, because i know they can do a better CD... RATM was a lo tbetter than this.
  52. AaronG
    May 29, 2005
    8
    Well... this album really doesn't sound forced like their last one. They seem to have gone a little softer, a little more mainstream, but that's THEIR sound. They aren't copying Rage or Soundgarden. And Morello is really showcased in a lot of the songs. "Doesn't Remind Me" is catchy and awesome, maybe the best on the CD
  53. X2pixel
    May 29, 2005
    9
    Cracking album. Their debut album was my favourite 'current' album until a couple of hours ago when I bought OOE. A good mix of songs, none of them suck and some are superb. As before a great blend of rythm, guitar riffs and Cornell's voice.
  54. steveh
    May 28, 2005
    8
    Audioslave's debut, in my mind, was the best rock album I'd heard in about 10 years. From that reference point, the second album doesn't quite get there again, but it's excellent in its own right. This one will stay in my car's stereo for at least several months....
  55. AldiK
    May 27, 2005
    8
    A solid sophomore album; great, heavy guitar riffs and dramatic solos. Chris Cornell shines bright, conjuring up memories of his solo effort "Euphoria Morning" with tunes like "Doesn't Remind Me" and "Dandelion" while Morello and Co. keep rockin'.
  56. MatthewP
    May 27, 2005
    10
    Just push play and you will see... Rock N Roll has reborn again
  57. ShawnG
    May 26, 2005
    9
    A significant improvement that finds them sounding like a band instead of a supergroup. Some surprsingly well-written songs too.
  58. Markm
    May 26, 2005
    10
    great band...great album
  59. [Anonymous]
    May 26, 2005
    9
    If you like this kind of music, it's what u want. Great lyrics, nice tunes, sweet solo riffs and a genuine passion for music. If you don't like this kind of music, fuck off and don't vote cause I don't go out to give rap/pop shitty scores since I know I'll hate the album without even listening to it.
  60. StephenG
    May 26, 2005
    8
    While this one isn't on par with the debut album its still a good effort. And compared to most of the uninspiring rock crap on the radio its awesome. There are a few songs here where Audioslave is Audioslave and not that band with Cris Cornell and those guys from Rage. Doesnt Remind Me, Dandelion, and #1 Zero all have a distinctly different sound than either of their previous groups. While this one isn't on par with the debut album its still a good effort. And compared to most of the uninspiring rock crap on the radio its awesome. There are a few songs here where Audioslave is Audioslave and not that band with Cris Cornell and those guys from Rage. Doesnt Remind Me, Dandelion, and #1 Zero all have a distinctly different sound than either of their previous groups. All in all a nice sophmore effort. Looking forward to the next one.… Expand

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Metascore
67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    58
    The album ends up in the same spinning-wheels muck that often bogged down Soundgarden. [27 May 2005, p.136]
  2. E! Online
    67
    The foursome has still not found a common sound to call its own.
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  3. AllMusic
    80
    Lean, hard, strong, and memorable, a record that finds Audioslave coming into its own as a real rock band.
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