Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and performance but remains within familiar power metal boundaries.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high-energy tone, maintaining a consistent tempo throughout the first half.
  • Several tracks feature dual guitar harmonies and rapid drumming, characteristic of power metal, particularly in 'Iron Savior' and 'Riding on Fire'.
  • The lyrics across the album consistently reference sci-fi themes, creating a narrative thread that connects the songs.
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
6/10

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 The Arrival 1:10
  • 2 Iron Savior 4:29
  • 3 Brave New World 4:34
  • 4 The Rage 4:51

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata