Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid performances and varied tempos but lacks a cohesive narrative throughout.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with a strong vocal performance on 'I’m Crying', immediately establishing the emotional tone.
• — Several tracks feature prominent organ riffs that drive the rhythm, particularly in 'We’ve Gotta Get Out of This Place'.
• — Tracks like 'Boom Boom' and 'Road Runner' maintain a consistent upbeat tempo, while others like 'Worried Life Blues' slow down for contrast.

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

6/10

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.