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 effectively captures live performance energy but relies on familiar reggaeton structures.

What we noticed

• — The album features live recordings that capture the energy of Yandel's performances, with crowd interactions and applause woven into the tracks.
• — Each song maintains a consistent reggaeton rhythm, often layering smooth melodies over driving beats to create a danceable atmosphere.
• — Several tracks include call-and-response sections, encouraging audience participation and enhancing the live experience.

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

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.