Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

Atkins' blend of classical and jazz styles showcases his guitar mastery, though the album lacks a strong cohesive narrative.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate jazz standards, blending classical guitar with improvisational elements typical of jazz.
  • The tempo varies significantly across the tracks, with some maintaining a brisk pace while others slow down for more reflective moments.
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
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

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 Limehouse Blues 2:50
  • 2 I Want to Be Happy 3:42
  • 3 Over the Rainbow 2:41
  • 4 Meditation 2:34
  • 5 Lazy River 3:00
  • 6 I'm Your Greatest Fan 3:49
  • 7 It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) 2:59
  • 8 I Surrender Dear 4:04
  • 9 Brazil 2:41
  • 10 Give My Love to Nell 2:52
  • 11 Hot Toddy 2:59

Reference: MusicBrainz