Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

65 /100
Treeline
Higher than 54% of albums we've rated

The album features solid songwriting and production but doesn't significantly stand out in its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo groove with jangly guitars and steady percussion, creating a cohesive sound.
  • Tracks four through six introduce varying dynamics, with 'Met Resistance' featuring a more subdued arrangement that contrasts sharply with the preceding songs.
  • The final four tracks gradually shift towards a more introspective tone, culminating in 'Landers,' which closes the album with a lingering, atmospheric finish.
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
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blank Curtain 4:31
  • 2 So Excited 3:00
  • 3 At Pace 3:07
  • 4 Met Resistance 3:12
  • 5 Degree 2:51
  • 6 Water Table 4:03
  • 7 Gossamer 3:18
  • 8 Mint 3:23
  • 9 Fulton Park 2:41
  • 10 Landers 4:18

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata