Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100
Treeline
Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

Chet Baker's 'Chet' showcases lyrical trumpet work and smooth vocals, creating a cohesive jazz experience.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of soft trumpet melodies that often lead the arrangements, supported by subtle piano and bass.
  • Each track maintains a slow to mid-tempo pace, creating a relaxed atmosphere throughout the record.
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
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Alone Together 6:52
  • 2 How High the Moon 3:36
  • 3 It Never Entered My Mind 4:41
  • 4 'Tis Autumn 5:18
  • 5 If You Could See Me Now 5:17
  • 6 September Song 3:05
  • 7 You'd Be So Nice to Come Home To 4:33
  • 8 Time on My Hands (You in My Arms) 4:33
  • 9 You and the Night and the Music 4:06
  • 10 Early Morning Mood 9:02

Reference: MusicBrainz