Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

55 /100

Foothills

Higher than 45% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic tracks with introspective moments, maintaining thematic cohesion throughout.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with a brief instrumental track that sets a dramatic tone before launching into the high-energy lead single 'Devil'.
• — Tracks like 'Monsters' and 'Get Up' feature anthemic choruses that invite listener participation, while others like 'Black Soul' delve into darker themes.
• — The last three tracks slow down the tempo, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier intensity.

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

8/10

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.