Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album captures the raw energy of garage rock with memorable hooks and a distinctive sound.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of gritty organ riffs that drive the melodies across multiple tracks.
  • Most songs are structured around simple verse-chorus forms, with anthemic choruses that invite audience participation.
  • The tempo remains upbeat throughout, with only minor variations in pace, maintaining high energy.
  • Several tracks, including the title track, utilize repetitive hooks that enhance their memorability.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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 96 Tears 2:38
  • 2 8 Teen 2:45

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