Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

73 /100
Alpine
Higher than 96% of albums we've rated

The album showcases complex arrangements and innovative production, reflecting a significant evolution in The Beach Boys' sound.

What we noticed

  • The album features intricate vocal harmonies layered over lush instrumental arrangements, creating a rich sonic texture.
  • The use of innovative studio techniques, including tape manipulation and unconventional instruments, is prominent throughout the record.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
9/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

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 GOOD VIBRATIONS 3:36
  • 2 WOULDN'T IT BE NICE 2:23
  • 3 SURFER GIRLS 2:26
  • 4 DON'T WORRY BABY 2:46
  • 5 FUN, FUN, FUN 2:03
  • 6 I GET AROUND 2:13
  • 7 IN MY ROOM 2:13
  • 8 LITTLE DEUCE COUPE 1:39
  • 9 KEEP AN EYE ON SUMMER 2:22
  • 10 YOUR SUMMER DREAM 2:27
  • 11 CALIFORNIA GIRLS 2:37
  • 12 BARBRA ANN 2:05
  • 13 HELP ME RHONDA 3:08
  • 14 PLEASE LET ME WONDER 2:45
  • 15 SHE KNOWS ME TOO WELL 2:28
  • 16 KISS ME BABY 2:34
  • 17 GOD ONLY KNOWS 2:49

Reference: MusicBrainz