Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends new wave and rock with clever lyrics, showcasing strong songwriting and production.

What we noticed

• — Several tracks incorporate unexpected tempo changes, such as 'Hound of Heaven,' which shifts from a slow build to an upbeat finale.
• — Lyrically, the songs often employ clever wordplay and metaphor, particularly evident in '(Near-Sighted Girl With Approaching) Tidal Wave.'
• — The final track, 'Horrendous Disc,' serves as a thematic conclusion, revisiting motifs from earlier songs while maintaining a distinct musical identity.

How the number is built

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

8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

7/10

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.