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 innovative studio techniques with whimsical lyrics, marking a distinct entry in the psychedelic rock genre.

What we noticed

  • The album features a prominent use of reverb and echo effects, particularly on the vocals, creating a spacious sound that enhances the psychedelic atmosphere.
  • Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and shifts in instrumentation, which contribute to a sense of unpredictability.
  • The title track is positioned as the penultimate song, allowing it to serve as a climactic moment before the album concludes with a more subdued piece.
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 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 Incense and Peppermints 2:37
  • 2 The Birdman of Alkatrash 2:14

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