Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album's chaotic melodies and provocative themes create a unique listening experience, though its appeal may be niche.

What we noticed

  • The album features abrupt tempo changes, with tracks like 'Fetus on the Beat' shifting from frenetic energy to slower, more introspective moments.
  • Several tracks employ unconventional song structures, such as 'Worm in a Dog's Heart', which includes sudden key changes and unexpected breaks.
  • The lyrics often juxtapose dark humor with serious themes, creating a dissonance that challenges listener expectations.
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
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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 Love Song for a Witch 4:12
  • 2 Rapist Eyes 4:56
  • 3 Dr. Piranha 2:49
  • 4 Worm in a Dog's Heart 3:49
  • 5 Plastic Surgeons 3:17
  • 6 Pogo the Clown 2:27
  • 7 Castaway 4:17
  • 8 Nude in the Wilderness 3:37
  • 9 Acid Memoirs 3:13
  • 10 Déjà Vu 4:05
  • 11 Grease 2:51
  • 12 Scores for Porn 3:30
  • 13 Magical Band of Fools 3:31

Reference: MusicBrainz