Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic songwriting with varied vocal styles, but its cohesion dips in the latter half.

What we noticed

• — The first half of the album maintains a high-energy tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and driving drums, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective tracks.
• — Vocals often alternate between melodic singing and raw, shouted delivery, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
• — Several tracks feature abrupt transitions, such as 'You Dig Yours' leading directly into 'Toy Teenager', which enhances the album's chaotic feel.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.