Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a blend of aggressive energy and introspective lyrics, marking a shift in the band's sound post-vocalist change.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a fast-paced guitar riff that sets an aggressive tone, which is maintained through the first half of the album.
  • Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, shifting from high-energy sections to slower, more introspective moments.
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
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Just Because You Sleep Next to Me Doesn't Mean You're Safe 3:50
  • 2 Abandon Ship 3:09
  • 3 Will Someone Shoot That Fucking Snake 2:23
  • 4 Swarm Over Death 2:50
  • 5 The Ballad of... 3:20

Reference: MusicBrainz