Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

47 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks a strong cohesive arc across its length.

What we noticed

• — The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and strong hooks, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
• — Several songs incorporate prominent guitar solos that serve as transitions between verses and choruses, enhancing the anthemic quality.
• — The title track employs a call-and-response structure in the chorus, inviting listener participation and creating a communal feel.

How the number is built

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

6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

5/10

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.