Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and performance within a cohesive blues framework, reflecting Hopkins' distinctive style.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of electric guitar riffs that drive the rhythm, with Hopkins' vocals often layered over them.
- Each track typically follows a traditional blues structure, with verses alternating between storytelling and emotional expression.
- The pacing varies slightly, but most tracks maintain a mid-tempo groove that allows for both lyrical delivery and instrumental exploration.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 Mojo Hand 3:22
- 2 Little Wail 4:44
- 3 Cotton 6:02
- 4 Take Me Back 2:59
- 5 Nothin’ but the Blues 5:14
- 6 Hurricane Betsy 5:59
- 7 Guitar Lightnin’ 4:23
- 8 Woke Up This Morning 4:34
- 9 Shake Yourself 4:22
Reference: MusicBrainz
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