Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it significantly.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a more upbeat rhythm.
  • Several songs feature lush string arrangements that complement the vocal melodies, enhancing the emotional impact.
  • The album closes with a ballad that gradually builds in intensity before tapering off, creating a reflective ending.
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
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Life Is Just What You Make It 3:04
  • 2 The Twelfth Of Never 2:43
  • 3 Sunshine Rose 3:04
  • 4 Do You Want Me 3:38
  • 5 It's Hard To Say Goodbye 2:53
  • 6 Young Love 2:35
  • 7 Who Can I Turn To 2:42
  • 8 Other Side Of Me 2:40
  • 9 Tears On My Pillow 2:47
  • 10 It Takes A Lot Of Love 2:32

Reference: MusicBrainz