Top tracks — play these first
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Breathe — The expansive soundscape and reflective lyrics create a powerful atmosphere that encapsulates the emotional core of the album. Its dynamic shifts between quiet introspection and explosive choruses highlight the band's versatility.
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Covet — With its catchy hooks and anthemic chorus, this track exemplifies Basement's ability to blend melody with punk energy. The raw vulnerability expressed in the lyrics resonates deeply throughout the song.
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Comfort — This song stands out for its poignant exploration of personal struggles, conveyed through haunting melodies that linger long after it ends. The contrast between lyricism and instrumentation creates a memorable listening experience.
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Whole — Opening the album, this track sets a tone that balances aggression with melodic sensibility, making it an essential introduction to their evolving sound. Its driving rhythm and earnest delivery draw listeners in immediately.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic punk with introspective moments, showcasing solid songwriting but lacks full cohesion in its flow.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a high energy level, while the second half introduces more introspective and slower-paced songs.
- Guitar work often alternates between melodic riffs and heavier, distorted sections, creating dynamic shifts within individual tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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 Whole 3:10
- 2 Covet 3:47
- 3 Spoiled 2:44
- 4 Pine 2:25
- 5 Bad Apple 2:57
- 6 Breathe 5:21
- 7 Control 2:38
- 8 Black 3:13
- 9 Comfort 2:19
- 10 Wish 5:02
- 11 Summer's Colour 3:31
- 12 Jet 3:23
- 13 Animal Nitrate 3:56
- 14 [unknown] 1:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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