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 showcases strong harmonies and catchy melodies but follows a conventional country structure.

What we noticed

• — The album features a consistent use of four-part harmonies throughout, particularly in the choruses, which creates a rich vocal texture.
• — Each track maintains an upbeat tempo, with the exception of 'You Made It Beautiful,' which slows down the pace significantly.
• — The title track 'American Made' is positioned as the sixth song, serving as a focal point that energizes the second half of the album.

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.