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

The album blends traditional and modern sounds effectively, showcasing Gil's innovative approach within the Tropicália movement.

What we noticed

  • Several songs incorporate spoken word elements alongside sung verses, creating a dynamic interplay between different vocal styles.
  • The use of diverse instrumentation, including strings and percussion, adds layers to the arrangements, enhancing the overall texture of the music.
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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Nega (Photograph Blues) 5:48
  • 2 Can't Find My Way Home 5:17
  • 3 The Three Mushrooms 5:38
  • 4 Babylon 4:19
  • 5 Volkswagen Blues 4:08
  • 6 Mamma 3:45
  • 7 One O'Clock Last Morning, 20th April 1970 4:39
  • 8 Crazy Pop Rock 4:13
  • 9 Can't Find My Way Home (live) 6:34
  • 10 Up From the Skies (live) 5:11
  • 11 Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (live) 9:34

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata