Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends whimsical lyrics and jangly guitars, showcasing Hitchcock's unique style within early 80s alternative rock.
What we noticed
- The first track features a steady, mid-tempo rhythm with jangly guitars that set a whimsical tone for the album.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt shifts in dynamics, such as 'How Do You Work This Thing?' which transitions from quiet verses to a more energetic chorus.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 Night Ride to Trinidad 3:32
- 2 Fifty Two Stations 4:03
- 3 Young People Scream 2:59
- 4 The Rain 4:44
- 5 America 4:39
- 6 The Cars She Used to Drive 3:08
- 7 Grooving on an Inner Plane 4:53
- 8 St. Petersburg 2:47
- 9 When I Was a Kid 3:59
- 10 Midnight Fish 3:26
Reference: MusicBrainz
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