Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

61 /100

Treeline

Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

Evil Ways blends rock with Latin influences effectively, showcasing Santana's emerging sound and setting a foundation for future work.

What we noticed

• — The title track features a prominent guitar riff that is interwoven with brass and percussion, creating a lively call-and-response dynamic.
• — The second track, 'Jam in E,' is an instrumental piece that showcases extended improvisation, allowing the musicians to explore their Latin rock sound.
• — Several tracks incorporate traditional Latin rhythms, such as salsa and bolero, which are layered over rock instrumentation.

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

8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

5/10

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.