Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

72 /100

Alpine

Higher than 95% of albums we've rated

The album features strong songwriting and emotional depth, with cohesive piano-driven arrangements that stand out in the genre.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with a strong piano motif in 'Crucify', establishing a consistent use of piano as the primary instrument throughout.
• — Many tracks feature dynamic shifts, such as 'Winter' which transitions from soft, introspective verses to powerful choruses.
• — The lyrics are often confessional and personal, with songs like 'Me and a Gun' employing sparse instrumentation to enhance their emotional impact.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

8/10

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.