Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

77 /100
Summit
Higher than 99% of albums we've rated

The album showcases ambitious compositions and high production quality, blending orchestral and metal elements effectively.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a symphonic intro that builds tension before erupting into fast-paced guitar riffs and blast beats.
  • Each track features orchestral elements that are intricately woven with heavy metal instrumentation, creating a layered sound.
  • Several tracks incorporate choral arrangements, adding a grandiose feel that contrasts with the aggressive vocal delivery.
  • The album's length is just over an hour, with most tracks exceeding five minutes, allowing for extended musical passages and thematic development.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
9/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 Progenies of the Great Apocalypse 5:17
  • 2 Vredesbyrd 4:44
  • 3 Bottom Feeders 2:05
  • 4 Mechanical Spin Phenomenom 4:58
  • 5 Abhorrence 4:50
  • 6 Nucleus 4:37

Reference: MusicBrainz