Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features energetic punk rock elements but lacks significant depth or innovation.
What we noticed
- Several songs feature repetitive choruses that emphasize their anthemic quality, inviting listener participation.
- The album closes with a gradual descent in energy, as the last two tracks shift to more introspective themes and softer instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of youthful energy
- playful anthems for social gatherings
- cathartic expressions of teenage angst
- upbeat melodies for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, contemplative tracks
- want extended, atmospheric pieces
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified The Vaccines' reputation after their debut success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Maccabees· Arctic Monkeys· The Wombats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No Hope 4:10
- 2 I Always Knew 3:34
- 3 Teenage Icon 3:04
- 4 All in Vain 3:52
- 5 Ghost Town 2:21
- 6 Aftershave Ocean 4:09
- 7 Weirdo 4:46
- 8 Bad Mood 3:06
- 9 Change of Heart, Part 2 2:16
- 10 I Wish I Was a Girl 2:52
- 11 Lonely World 5:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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