Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic melodies with introspective lyrics, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving rhythms and bright melodies, while the fourth track introduces a more subdued tone with acoustic elements.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
  • The album closes with two tracks that slow down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective contrast to the earlier upbeat songs.
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
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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 When It All Comes Down 4:07
  • 2 Setting Son 3:05
  • 3 Money & Reputation 4:00
  • 4 My Best Fiend (acoustic) 2:47
  • 5 Give Up? (acoustic) 2:52

Reference: MusicBrainz