Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines strong songwriting with atmospheric production, making it a notable entry in Black Sabbath's discography.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a dramatic orchestral intro before transitioning into heavy guitar riffs, establishing a dark atmosphere.
- The thematic elements are consistent throughout, with lyrics focusing on death and the occult, creating a cohesive narrative across the tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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8/10
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 Headless Cross 6:34
- 2 Headless Cross (7" version) 5:15
- 3 Cloak & Dagger 4:41
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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