Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album features intricate riffs and varied vocal styles, making it a strong entry in melodic death metal.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, maintaining intensity through the first five songs before introducing a slower, more melodic section.
• — Riffs are often layered with harmonized guitar lines, creating a dense sound that showcases both technical skill and melodic hooks.
• — Vocal delivery alternates between aggressive growls and clean singing, with the growls dominating the verses and clean vocals appearing in choruses or bridges.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

6/10

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 5/10

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.