Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

68 /100
Alpine
Higher than 93% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate melodies and harmonies, establishing a strong presence in the indie folk scene.

What we noticed

  • The first four tracks establish a strong melodic and harmonic foundation, with rich vocal harmonies layered throughout.
  • Several songs feature abrupt shifts in dynamics, such as 'He Doesn’t Know Why' which transitions from soft verses to a more powerful chorus.
  • The album includes interludes of instrumental passages that create a sense of space and atmosphere between vocal sections.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
8/10

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 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sun Giant 2:14
  • 2 Drops in the River 4:13
  • 3 English House 4:41
  • 4 Mykonos (alternative version) 3:38
  • 5 Isles 3:04

Reference: MusicBrainz