Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends upbeat and introspective tracks but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features more upbeat tracks, while the second half shifts to a slower tempo with introspective themes.
  • Several songs incorporate layered harmonies and intertwining melodies, particularly in the choruses.
  • The instrumentation varies from track to track, with some featuring prominent guitar riffs and others relying on piano and strings.
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
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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 playful energy
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • reflective moments of quiet introspection
  • upbeat tracks for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • want lengthy, immersive albums
  • prefer slower, more atmospheric pieces

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — Solid entry that showcases the band's style but isn't widely recognized as a standout.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Listening In 4:55
  • 2 Go Out Fighting 3:27
  • 3 Buzzing in the Light 4:01
  • 4 Virginia Please 4:03
  • 5 Critical Equation 3:59
  • 6 True Love 2:51
  • 7 Heart Killer 3:33
  • 8 Night 6:02
  • 9 Under the Wheels 3:50
  • 10 Coming Out of the Darkness 3:40

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata