Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate compositions and atmospheric depth contribute to its distinct sound within the black metal genre.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with an atmospheric intro that sets a dark tone, followed by tracks that maintain a relentless pace with tremolo-picked guitar riffs.
• — Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, alternating between blast beats and slower, melodic sections that create a sense of tension and release.
• — The final two tracks are structured as extended outros, gradually fading out the intensity established earlier in the album.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.