Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Hardware showcases solid hard rock songwriting and energetic performances, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track, 'Burning Bones', setting a fast pace that continues through the first half.
- Each song features prominent guitar riffs and solos, often accompanied by shouted choruses that invite audience participation.
- The last three tracks slow down slightly in tempo, allowing for a more reflective tone before concluding with 'Celebration'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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 Rock City 1:35
- 2 Ein ME-Interview 3:50
- 3 Smelly Nelly 1:15
- 4 Celebration 1:15
Reference: MusicBrainz
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