Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends upbeat jazz with Latin influences but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first track, 'Fandango', features a prominent trumpet melody layered over a lively rhythm section, establishing the album's upbeat tone.
  • Several tracks incorporate Latin rhythms and instrumentation, such as congas and maracas, particularly evident in 'Coco Loco'.
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
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • upbeat tracks for lively gatherings
  • short bursts of joyful melodies
  • varied rhythms for dance enthusiasts
  • playful tunes for sunny days

Maybe skip if you

  • want slow, contemplative pieces
  • prefer heavy, intricate arrangements

Where this album fits

Stylistic neighbors
Chuck Mangione· Burt Bacharach· David Sanborn

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fandango 3:41
  • 2 Margarita 3:41
  • 3 Push and Pull 4:40
  • 4 California Blues 3:49
  • 5 Quiéreme tal como soy (Love Me the Way I Am) 3:49
  • 6 Route 101 3:21
  • 7 Coco Loco (La guajira) 2:54
  • 8 Aria 3:44
  • 9 Angel 2:51
  • 10 Sugarloaf 5:07
  • 11 Latin Medley: Frenesi / Bahia / Moliendo Cafe / Porompompero 5:43

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata