Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album features strong melodies and emotional storytelling but lacks cohesive flow across its diverse styles.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with a brief intro that sets a reflective tone before launching into the energetic 'I Drove All Night'.
• — Several tracks feature prominent backing vocals and harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact.
• — The pacing shifts notably with 'My First Night Without You', which introduces a slower tempo, followed by a return to upbeat tracks like 'Like a Cat'.
• — The final track, 'Kindred Spirit', closes the album on a softer note, contrasting with the more vibrant earlier songs.

How the number is built

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

6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

5/10

running order, pacing, length

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.