Time Is Running Out (album)

Time Is Running Out is the second studio album by the English rock band Muse, released on March 24, 2004, in the United States and on June 16, 2003, in the United Kingdom. The album marked a shift in Muse's sound, incorporating more political themes and a broader range of musical influences compared to their debut, Showbiz.

The album's title is reflective of the lyrical content, which often addresses anxieties about the future, government control, and societal decay. Key themes explored within the album include dystopian visions, the manipulation of information, and the pressure of contemporary life.

Time Is Running Out spawned several successful singles, including "Stockholm Syndrome," "Time Is Running Out," "Hysteria," and "Sing for Absolution." "Time Is Running Out" achieved significant mainstream success, becoming one of Muse's most recognizable songs and helping to propel the album to international prominence.

The album received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its ambitious scope, diverse instrumentation, and the band's musicianship. While some critiques noted the album's density and occasional lack of focus, it is widely considered a significant work in Muse's discography and a pivotal moment in their artistic development. Time Is Running Out established Muse as a major force in alternative rock and solidified their reputation for creating complex and thematically rich albums.