Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks a strong cohesive arc throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and instrumentation.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that build in intensity, particularly in the choruses.
- The album closes with a stripped-down track that contrasts sharply with the fuller arrangements of earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- easygoing melodies for casual listening
- reflective moments with friends
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- warm sounds for cozy evenings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy music
- seek lengthy, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Offers a solid representation of Dr. Dog's sound but isn't widely recognized as essential.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Head and the Heart· Fleet Foxes· My Morning Jacket
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Truth 4:26
- 2 Broken Heart 3:36
- 3 Minding the Usher 3:26
- 4 Distant Light 3:24
- 5 Phenomenon 3:55
- 6 Too Weak to Ramble 3:56
- 7 Long Way Down 3:51
- 8 Cuckoo 4:04
- 9 Twilight 3:35
- 10 Rock & Roll 3:07
- 11 Love 3:41
- 12 Nellie 3:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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