Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and vocal interplay but lacks a cohesive flow across its tracks.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a lively banjo-driven track that sets a folk-inspired tone, followed by a shift to more introspective lyrics in the second track.
- Several songs feature alternating vocal harmonies between the two lead singers, creating a dynamic interplay throughout the record.
- The final track concludes with a gradual fade-out, leaving an open-ended feeling that contrasts with the more structured earlier songs.
- 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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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
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 heartfelt storytelling
- playful sing-alongs with friends
- bittersweet reflections on love
- easy afternoon listening sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want heavy production elements
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked a significant step in their recognition and sound development.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mumford & Sons· The Lumineers· Trampled by Turtles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pretty Girl From Matthews 3:31
- 2 Jenny and the Summer Day 4:21
- 3 A Lot of Moving 2:28
- 4 November Blue 4:32
- 5 My Losing Bet 2:50
- 6 Beside the Yellow Line 5:01
- 7 Old Wyom 2:49
- 8 Closing Night 3:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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