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 blends energetic synth-pop with introspective lyrics, reflecting its transitional nature within the genre.

What we noticed

• — The first three tracks feature driving synth lines and upbeat tempos, while the following tracks introduce slower, more introspective melodies.
• — Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Only the Good (Die Young)' and 'Can You Hear Me'.
• — The album closes with 'Yesterday's Shadow', which features a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering atmospheric quality.

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.