Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

62 /100
Foothills
Higher than 24% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and performances but lacks a strong cohesive flow across its tracks.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks employ a slow to mid-tempo pace, creating a reflective mood throughout the record.
  • The lyrics often explore themes of love and heartache, with storytelling elements that are characteristic of classic country music.
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 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 Closer by the Hour 2:18
  • 2 I Washed My Face in the Morning Dew 2:48
  • 3 Jeannie’s Afraid of the Dark 2:47
  • 4 Holding on to Nothin’ 2:29
  • 5 Slip Away Today 2:40
  • 6 The Dark End of the Street 2:17
  • 7 Just the Two of Us 2:39
  • 8 Afraid to Love Again 1:56
  • 9 We’ll Get Ahead Someday 1:57
  • 10 Somewhere Between 2:15
  • 11 The Party 2:56
  • 12 I Can 2:05

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata