Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends jazz with world influences but lacks standout compositions that elevate it significantly.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate world music elements, such as the use of Middle Eastern scales in 'Desert Rose' and African rhythms in 'Fill Her Up'.
  • The sequencing includes a gradual build-up of energy, with the first half being more introspective and the latter half featuring more upbeat tracks.
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
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Brand New Day 4:07
  • 2 End of the Game 6:36
  • 3 Windmills of Your Mind 4:17

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata