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 orchestral pop with folk influences, creating a nostalgic yet accessible sound.

What we noticed

  • The album features lush orchestral arrangements that enhance the emotional weight of each ballad.
  • Tracks like 'Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte' and 'Try to Remember' utilize a slow tempo and rich harmonies to evoke nostalgia.
  • Several songs incorporate traditional folk elements, such as 'Jamaica Farewell' and 'Black Is the Color of My True Love’s Hair', which contrast with the pop sensibility.
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 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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte
  • 2 Danny Boy
  • 3 Try to Remember
  • 4 The Green Leaves of Summer

Reference: MusicBrainz