Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Cuckoo showcases a blend of atmospheric elements and strong production, though its cohesion is uneven.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong single, 'Missing Link,' which sets a high-energy tone before transitioning into more atmospheric tracks.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar effects that create a dense wall of sound, particularly evident in 'Superblaster' and 'Cuckoo.'
- Vocal delivery often intertwines with instrumentation, using reverb and echo to enhance the ethereal quality of the sound.
- The sequencing includes abrupt shifts in tempo and mood, notably between the driving rhythms of 'Turkey Crossing' and the more subdued 'Sweetest Pie.'
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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 Superblaster (US mix) 4:00
- 2 Crystal 4:05
- 3 Left of Mother 4:12
- 4 Cuckoo 4:55
Reference: MusicBrainz
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